Flute Lessons in Port Chester, NY

Instruments: Piano Guitar Saxophone Flute Synthesizer Keyboard

My teaching style is a mixture of a relaxed, conversational feel combined with strong focus. I will constantly insist on stern focus on the material being played- offering big picture ideas as to why a piece is being practiced in a certain way, while asking the student to tell me why such and such a method makes sense. Very small mistakes in the music will be cause to stop and refocus. Read More

Instruments: Flute

I am a passionate teaching musician whose practice spans classical training, jazz, beatboxing, improvisation, electronics and the avant garde. I graduated from the Sydney Conservatorium of Music in 2011 with a Master of Music in Flute Performance. Since moving to New York in 2011, I have had the privilege of performing with musicians from the Bang on a Can All Stars, Juilliard, eighth blackbird, the Eastman School of Music, ExhAust New Music Collective and Project Trio. Read More

Instruments: Flute Piccolo

I have been teaching for more than four years, and each time I encounter a student, I encounter new challenges. I am somewhat stern, yet kind, and I can easily make students laugh. I also try to find out more about the subject that each student likes so that we can both incorporate a bit of fun into the lesson. My sense of humor has come in handy more that once when I find that a student is struggling. Read More

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Flute Clarinet Bass Guitar Music Electric Guitar

TEACHING HIGHLIGHTS 2022 - 2023 Success Academy Charter Schools - NEW YORK CITY - Lead Music Teacher - 4x4 Class Load 2016 - 2021 Waverley College - SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - Part-time Adjunct Music Faculty, Big Band Director - Instrumental Woodwind Instruction - Higher School Certificate Exam Coaching - Australian Music Examination Board Exam Coaching - Musical Director - 'Guys And Dolls' 2015 - 2016 Woolaware Highschool - SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - Part-time Adjunct Music Faculty, Big Band Director - Wind Symphony Sectional Rehearsal Director - Assistant Marching Band Director 2020 - 2021 Marcelin College Catholic Boys Highschool - SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - Part-time Adjunct Music Faculty - Instrumental Woodwind Instruction - 1 on 1 2015 - 2016 International Grammar School - SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - Part-time Adjunct Music Faculty - Director of Wind Sectional Rehearsals Read More

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Flute Clarinet Accordion

My approach varied from student to student. I decide about it after the first lesson where I can determine what kind of steps will take. I have my own music books with songs and exercises that I have developed over last twenty years of teaching I try to find out what the student is interested in, and guide my instruction accordingly to keep the lessons engaging and fun, no matter their ability level. Read More

Instruments: Piano Flute Organ Synthesizer Recorder Piccolo Keyboard

I have enjoyed teaching piano, organ, and flute for over 30 years. My students have done very well in NYSSMA, Yamaha Electone organ competitions, recitals and orchestra performances. I have been performing in concerts in theaters, schools and stage since age 9. For the past 16 years I have been recording piano. organ. synthesizer and flute tracks in a recording studio. Since High school I have been composing music and I encourage my students to do the same. Read More