TESTIMONIALS
Ceylon is not only an incredibly talented musician, but a natural teacher. I had the pleasure of being a member of Boston University’s Flute Ensemble for a semester under his direction. He is detail-oriented, and creative; dedicated to both technique and artistic expression. The ensemble was large, 10-12 members, and Ceylon excelled at working with the group as well as mentoring one-on-one.
I would highly recommend Ceylon for any position, whether in performance or education, because of his extraordinary work ethic and ability to work with, teach and learn from others. Studying under Ceylon for just a few months improved my playing, and I am more than confident he’ll inspire wherever he goes!
Ceylon is extremely conscientious and reliable. He is a well-trained musician and does thoughtful work with flute students at all levels, from
Ceylon’s recital was a wonderful presentation, well executed and extremely artistic.
Ceylon’s performance impressed us with maturity and flair. Yet again, we are proud to present an accomplished Alaskan youth.
Ceylon Mitchell is an outstanding musician and educator. He is thoughtful and considerate. He has the professional and personal qualities for a fine,
UPCOMING EVENTS
Arts Club of Washington: Homage to Brazil
Arts Club of Washington: Homage to Brazil
Flutist Dr. Ceylon Mitchell (flute) and guitarist Dr. Felipe Garibaldi perform duo works by Brazilian composers.
PAST EVENTS
Raíces Negras Trio - Kennedy Center's Millennium Stage Series
Raíces Negras Trio - Kennedy Center's Millennium Stage Series
Dr. Ceylon Mitchell (flute), Erin Murphy Snedecor (cello), and Dr. Elizabeth Hill (piano) celebrate innovative and prominent American women composers of the 20th and 21st centuries.
Angélique Kidjo: Color of Noize Orchestra
Angélique Kidjo: Color of Noize Orchestra
Global icon and five-time Grammy Award winner Angélique Kidjo returns to Carnegie Hall in celebration of her incomparable 40-year (and counting!) career, including selections from her latest project, African Symphony, as well as performances with her band of songs that...
Levine Presents | Brazilian Choro: The Musical World of Pixinguinha
Levine Presents | Brazilian Choro: The Musical World of Pixinguinha
Contemporary classical flutist Dr. Ceylon Mitchell II leads the Raíces Negras choro ensemble in an evening celebrating the genre’s most influential composer, Alfredo da Rocha Viana Filho, also known as Pixinguinha.