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William Dowdall is a Professor of Flute at the Royal Irish Academy of Music, where he has taught since 2004. Previously, he served as Principal Flute of the RTÉ National Symphony Orchestra (1979–2004) and RTÉ Concert Orchestra. Born in Dublin, he studied in Cleveland under Maurice Sharp and Donald Erb, fostering his dedication to contemporary music.
- Orchestral Experience: Over 50 solo performances with RTÉ orchestras and Irish Chamber Orchestra
- Chamber Roles: Member of Daedalus Wind Quintet, Ulysses Ensemble, and prize-winning Ulysses Wind Quintet (Colmar 1980)
- International Presence: Performed across Europe, USA, China, New Zealand, and Australia
His research focuses on promoting Irish composers and contemporary works, including 8 world premieres in two years. He developed a workshop on Irish contemporary flute music, presented globally. His recordings include landmark albums like Works for Solo Flute (Celestial Harmonies, 2009).
Scientific Awards:
- Ulysses Wind Quintet: Colmar Prize (1980)
Grants & Advising: Supported by RTÉ for premieres like John Buckley's Sea Echoes, toured nationally and internationally. No explicit grants mentioned, but extensive performance collaborations highlighted.
Labs/Teams: Active in RTÉ orchestras, chamber groups, and educational workshops.
