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Jackson Thee

Western Flute

Jackson Thee is a flutist and educator pursuing his Master’s in Flute Performance at West Virginia University and is currently studying with Professor Nina Assimakopolous. A Capital University graduate, he specializes in contemporary music and music education and has studied with renowned flutists Lindsey Goodman, and Lisa Jelle.

Jackson Thee is a passionate and dedicated flutist currently pursuing his Master’s degree in Flute Performance at West Virginia University where he studies with Professor Nina Assimakopolous. He is a proud graduate of Capital University in Columbus, Ohio, where he earned dual undergraduate degrees in Flute Performance and Music Education. During his time at Capital, Jackson was deeply involved in a variety of performance ensembles and educational initiatives, gaining valuable experience both on stage and in the classroom. His love for music and education led him to New Zealand, where he completed a transformative student teaching placement that broadened his global perspective and deepened his commitment to culturally responsive teaching. Jackson specializes in contemporary flute music and is especially interested in exploring extended techniques and new music collaborations. He has studied with esteemed flutists including Lindsey Goodman, and Lisa Jelle. With a unique combination of artistry, innovation, and pedagogical expertise, Jackson is committed to making meaningful contributions as both a performer and educator.

The International Festival of Flutes: People | Place | Culture, hosted by West Virginia University, takes place on lands that include the ancestral territories of the Shawnee, Lenape (Delaware), Haudenosaunee (Seneca, Cayuga, Onondaga, Oneida, Mohawk, Tuscarora), Cherokee, and many other Indigenous peoples.

We honor and recognize the Indigenous Nations and communities who have stewarded this region since time immemorial, and on whose ancestral lands we gather today to celebrate diverse musical traditions and cultural expressions from around the world.

We gratefully acknowledge our sponsors, whose generous support makes both this event and our scholarship opportunities possible: American Forest National Heritage Area, Szilagyi Family Foundation Inc, Jupiter, Altus, Azumi Flutes, Wm. S. Haynes Company, Edna A. Falbo Endowment, Holiday Inn, WVU, College of Creative Arts and Media, WVU School of Music
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