“…a flutist of rare gifts.” The New York Times
"Miss Wissinger played beautifully, shaping her phrases elegantly and producing a sound that was both sinuous and sweet. One hopes to hear her again soon...” ~The New York Times “Her gifts and abilities as a flutist are rare and compelling. I am greatly impressed by her beautiful sound, exciting musicality, and captivating presence.” ~Jean-Pierre Rampal [caption id="attachment_178" align="aligncenter" width="233" caption="Donna Wissinger, professional flutist, artist, performer, educator, speaker"][/caption]
“…consummate artists who breathe their art…”
“Donna Wissinger and Joy Myers are consummate artists who breathe their art and include the audience in their inhalation. Tapestry is not just a performance, it is a happening.” National Federation of Music Clubs, Greenville, SC [caption id="attachment_175" align="aligncenter" width="550" caption="Donna Wissinger and Joy Myers, An American Tapestry"][/caption]
“Beowulf…kept our students laughing, participating, and fully engaged.”
“To keep 600 Middle School students engaged you have to be good! Beowulf: A Tale of Courage and Honor kept our students laughing, participating, and fully engaged. I loved it!” ~Thomasville Art Center Middle School
“…the best history program I have ever seen.”
“The World Turned Upside Down is the best history program I have ever seen.” ~Parkway Elementary, Greenwich, CT “It would be hard to improve upon The World Turned Upside Down: Music and Stories of the American Revolution. This is a program that truly integrates the arts and curriculum." ~George M. Davis Elementary, New Rochelle, NY
“…Close your eyes and be transported.” ~The Daily Sun
“This concert was pure delight. It is a rare privilege to hear two musicians so connected. It was true artistry all the way around.” ~Tarpon Springs Performing Arts “Just listen. Settle in. Close your eyes and be transported.” ~The Daily Sun [caption id="attachment_183" align="aligncenter" width="550" caption="Flutist Donna Wissinger and Pianist Joy Myers in An American Tapestry"][/caption]
News, Reviews, and Updates
Welcome Gentle Knights and Fair Chatelaines to Beowulf’s Photo Gallery
Beowulf: A Tale of Courage and Honor is the journey of the great warrior and hero, Beowulf. From minstrels to monsters, this photo gallery will show you some of the excitement in ARTZ OUT LOUD’s version of Beowulf. ARTZ OUT LOUD has educated and entertained thousands of students across the country! To grab a tale for learning and fun for your school or community, contact Donna, topformdrw(at)aol.com ... [Read more]
Altoona, PA News Features The Pied Piper
~Altoona Mirror photo by Patrick Waksmunski~ “An auditorium full of second and third graders at Logan Elementary School in Altoona sat chattering, as second and third graders do. But as soon as Donna Wissinger, an accomplished concert flutist and Altoona native, played the first few notes on her golden flute, the children quieted quickly and whipped back their heads to see where the music... [Read more]
Selected again as a premier Florida State Touring Program artist!
The State Touring Roster panelists have made their selections for the 2012-2014 season and renowned flutist, Donna Wissinger, is once again on the roster as a premier Florida State Touring Program artist! That means Donna is eligible for 2/3 funding assistance for presenters in Florida, especially in underpopulated counties where priority is given by the State Touring Program. FL State Touring Program... [Read more]
Southern Stories Sold Out – Funds Raised Will Benefit Students
Celebrated artists Donna Wissinger and Joy Myers joined the Thrasher Horne Center for the Arts in two sold out performances of “Southern Stories.” Creator and Director, Tony Walsh, said that the performances raised more than $4,000, which will benefit Clay County Title One students attending 2011-12 performances and also help support visual arts exhibits at the Center. More information... [Read more]
We were simply left speechless…
Words cannot express my eternal gratitude and complete awe regarding your performance at our Venetian Arts Society ‘Arts Salon’ debut. I had such high expectations for our first ‘arts salon.’ I wanted to create an intimate, interactive, almost ‘sacred’ atmosphere and to set a precedent for high standards of artistry – to say that you exceeded my expectations... [Read more]
