About us
Serving flutists for over 20 years
Since 2002, Flautissimo has been Geneva's premier destination for flute sales and repairs. Conveniently situated in downtown Geneva, our store is just a 5-minute walk from the main train station and 10 minutes from the international airport. We cater to the diverse needs of flautists through our two dedicated areas: the Studio and the Atelier.
Flautissimo is the exclusive distributor of Brannen Brothers flutes in Switzerland and and offers a range of renowned brands, including Abell, Bulgheroni, Burkart, Hammig, Jupiter, Keefe, Lafin, Mancke, Muramatsu, Miyazawa, Powell, Sankyo, and Yamaha.
Our workshop specializes in high-end flutes and is certified by Straubinger, Brannen and Muramatsu.
WHO ARE WE?
Flautissimo is a boutique company operated by two passionate flutists: Quentin Schouten and Bastien Ferraris. Quentin and Bastien are always prepared to accommodate your needs and comprehend the most delicate intricacies of your instrument and requests. We pride ourselves on delivering a top-quality service, designed by flutists, for flutists!
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Workshop Manager
Quentin is our expert luthier, certified by Brannen and Straubinger. His mission is to take care of your flutes with the highest level of quality.
After completing his higher musical studies, Quentin pursued his passion for crafting and repairing instruments, with a specialization in flutes. He earned a diploma from the Institut Technique Européen des Métiers de la Musique (ITEMM) before honing his skills in Geneva under the guidance of his mentor, Otto Hnatek.
When he is not at the workshop, Quentin performs on the Geneva stages with ensembles such as the Orchestre des Nations and the Sinfonietta de Genève.
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Sales & Administration Manager
Looking for the flute of your dreams? Bastien welcomes you and guides you in the choice of the ideal instrument. He works with the best flute makers to offer you a selection of exceptional instruments to try in our Studio.
Bastien is a graduate of the Haute Ecole de Musique de Genève and leads a performer career that takes him to the most prestigious stages in Europe.
On modern flute or historical instruments, he performs with ensembles such as Les Arts Florissants, the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, the Geneva Chamber Orchestra or the Musikkollegium Winterthur
THE STUDIO
At the Studio, you will find the optimal conditions to choose the instrument of your dreams. This vast private salon is entirely dedicated to your instrument trials. In a warm atmosphere and with the advice of our team you will have all the time you need to test the different models in stock.
At Flautissimo, we attach particular importance to the welcome of the flutists who visit us. By making an appointment, we privatize our Studio for your flute trials and offer you a serene and welcoming space.
THE WORKSHOP
Our workshop is equipped with all the necessary tools for the maintenance and repair of your instruments. We provide a high quality service suitable for all flute brands. With our extensive stock of spare parts, we can execute full overhauls of your instrument following the techniques recommended by various manufacturers. Quentin, our expert luthier, will be happy to take care of your flutes and advise you.
OUR HISTORY
Founded in 2002 by Otto Hnatek & Alice Gunther, Flautissimo has become one of the best European retailers dedicated to the flute. Since 2021, Flautissimo Genève is managed by two passionate flutists: Quentin Schouten & Bastien Ferraris.