I remember for the audition for principal flutist, we had 600 applications.
As an orchestral player, he was principal flutist in several of the best orchestras in the United States.
He was principal flutist of the Chicago Symphony from 1951 to 1953.
She was the principal flutist of the New York Philharmonic for 15 years.
Jeffrey Khaner is the principal flutist of the Philadelphia Orchestra.
During this time he was also principal flutist of the Boston Pops Orchestra.
He became its principal flutist in 1958 and held the position for six years.
The principal flutist is the one who determines the lengths of notes.
In 1969, he joined the Pittsburgh Symphony as associate principal flutist.
The principal flutist, Jane Walker, is a 25-year member.