“…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
State Touring Funds Available for Florida History Programs and More
Funding opportunities are available now for Florida schools and libraries through The Florida State Touring Program! A featured artist since 1992 and among the highest ranked musicians on the roster in multiple years, Donna is eligible for 2/3 funding for presenters in Florida’s communities. Celebrating 500 years of Florida history in 2013, Donna is now featuring special Florida History programs... [Read more]
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]
Southern Stories: Celebrating 500 Years of Florida History
Sit back. Sip some sweet tea, luxuriate in the Florida sun, and allow the fragrance of orange blossoms to intoxicate your soul. This is Florida. To celebrate 500 years of Florida history, Southern Stories takes you back to ‘old Florida’, a time which Harriet Beecher Stowe captured perfectly in printed word, Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings broadcast to the world with Pulitzer Prize adeptness, and... [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]
