Photo: LefreQue-US Team (Top, left to right) Ryan West, Cathy Miller, Robin Walenta, Steve West
(Bottom, left to right) Bert-Jan Reekers, Hans Kuijt
Coralville, IA – February 1, 2016 – LefreQue US has been established as the distributor of lefreQue sound enhancers for North America. This signals a new collaboration between LefreQue BV of Hoogland, The Netherlands, and West Music Company of Coralville, Iowa.
“With many of the world’s top musicians endorsing the lefreQue products, we are excited to expand awareness and support throughout North America. We see this as a great opportunity for all wind players, as players at every level can benefit.” – said Cathy Miller, Vice President.
What is a lefreQue?
The lefreQue is a sound bridge that enhances the sound on all wind instruments. It consists of a uniquiely designed bridge that utlizes two metal elements created from carefully selected materials. The lefreQue repairs sound breaches which naturally occur as a result of the connection points in wind instruments. The lefreQue was invented by saxophone and flute player Hans Kuijt and has been embraced by musicians worldwide, including wind players in the Berlin Philharmonic, the New York Philharmonic and the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra. Learn more about lefreQue at lefreque.com.
About lefreQue Distribution
LefreQue US is seeking to expand the dealer network. These products were formally introduced into the US market in August 2015 at the National Flute Association Convention. Based on the resulting explosion of business, there is great anticipation for this revolutionary product to be in high demand. Interested parties should contact cmiller@lefreque-us.com for further information.
Learn more about lefreQue at lefreque.com.
Aaron Hansen is an experienced K-6 General Music educator, passionate about bringing music to life through the Orff Approach. He holds both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Music Education from the University of Northern Iowa. Aaron has completed comprehensive Orff Teacher Training, including three levels at the University of St. Thomas and an Orff Master Class. His dedication to the Orff method took him to the Summer International Course at the Orff Institute in Salzburg, Austria. Aaron also shares his expertise by teaching movement at various Orff Teacher Training Courses and conducting workshops for local Orff Chapters.
