Flute Lessons in Arlington Heights , MA

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Flute Clarinet Bass Guitar Keyboard

...In addition to privately-acquired students, I also served as an interim saxophone instructor for the Prodigy Program at Westwood Public Schools. As a recent transplant to Brooklyn, I look forward to using my experience to build a successful portfolio of new students in New York. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Flute Piccolo

...Students learn best in a relaxed, nurturing environment.  I believe in order to successfully teach, I need to be encouraging, and truly care about the students.  My goal is to always have the students improve.  To do this, I think students need a well-balanced diet of tone (Moyse De la Senorite can be used), technique (scales for younger students, Maquarre Daily Excercises or Taffanel and Gaubert Daily Excercises for more advanced students), etudes (Melodious and Progressive Studies), and pieces (I consult the NYSSMA manual for appropriate pieces for the students level).  Having taken Alexander Technique, I strongly emphasize posture so that students can use their bodies in the most efficient way.  Individualized instruction allows for teachers to cater to the needs of the student, challenging the students without frustrating them.  Everyone is unique and learns at different rates, so no two lessons will ever be the same.  I teach students how to practice, so that they can progress outside of the 30 min. or hour long lesson.  As for performance standards, I have used rubrics for tone, technique, articulation, phrasing, and breathing.  Once strengths and weaknesses are assed, I create a plan to help the student improve, which is what students and teachers want to hear. ... Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet Recorder

...For beginning students I like to start with a method book, such as "Tradition of Excellence". This allows students to start from the very beginning, especially if the student does not have previous music reading experience.... Read More

Instruments: Voice Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Recorder Piccolo Oboe

...In the first few lessons, I assess a students strengths, weaknesses, musicality, and other musical tendencies in order to provide them with appropriate exercises, etudes, and solo repertoire.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Flute Piccolo

...I strongly feel that learning is best done in a fun, supportive environment. Every year I host recitals to give my students an opportunity to perform in additional to helping students prepare for local auditions, open mics, and other performances.... Read More