Flute Lessons in Cedar, MA

Instruments: Piano Voice Flute Piccolo

It is very important to me that regardless of instrument, the student learns healthy and sustainable techniques that will last a lifetime. I also foster independent student thought in lessons; it is a real joy to me when students not only progress musically, but as an artist as well. If they can understand music on their own without constant instruction or correction; I know I have done my job. A student that can self-diagnose their faults in music is on their way to being a musician themselves! Read More

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Flute Clarinet

To teach the flute I use the Blocki Flute Method. This method consists of a set of books and the pneumo pro, a device that aids in the learning of sound production of the flute. For piano I use the Bastien Piano Books Series. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Saxophone Flute Clarinet Organ Synthesizer Recorder Piccolo Keyboard

If you wish to educate, you must inspire first. Each student is encouraged to proceed at a pace that is suited to their aptitude, goals, schedule and drive. Positive acknowlegement of achievements, clear communication and demonstration of techniques, opportunities to play with others at a similar level of growth and an atmosphere of musical community are key to the progress of my students. To inspire, instruct, and enjoy music is the mesaage the teacher should be imparting to the student. Read More

Instruments: Flute Piccolo

I am a dedicated flute instructor and performer who loves sharing her passion for music through teaching and empowering her students to meet their musical goals. I earned my Master of Music degree in flute performance from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign and my Bachelor or Music degree from the University of Colorado Boulder. My favorite highlights of my flute career so far include attending the 2019 Marrowstone Music Festival as a flute fellow, giving me the opportunity to teach younger students while performing in the Festival Orchestra, performing Principal Piccolo with the University of Illinois Wind Symphony at the 2019 College Band Directors National Association Convention, and performing for Sir. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet Piccolo

I have had many students on flute, clarinet and saxophone over the last ten years and even extending back into high school where I often tutored younger students. My methods first focus on self discipline through inspiration and time efficient practice routines. I have found through empirical evidence that a student can learn more in 20 minutes with focused and disciplined practice than they might in 3 hours of unfocused practice. I have had students who fall upon a wide spectrum of musical aspirations, from aspiring professionals to students who simply wish to demystify their band music, and I can form each lesson plan to their specific needs. Read More

Instruments: Flute Piccolo

Breath Control Sound Development Flute Technique Proper Posture Precise Rhythm Notation Important Repertoire Musicianship Performance Anxiety Tips Music Theory Elements such as Key signature, Time Signature, Notation, etc. Ear Training such as Music Dictation and Solfege Introduction of basic articulation (single tonguing, slurring, staccato, accent) Range: D1 to D3 (to G3 if able) Scales, thirds, and arpeggios in the major keys of C, F, G, Bb, D, Eb, A, one octave, memorized Chromatic Scale C2-C3 Read More

Instruments: Flute

As every student has different needs I dont have a specific plan that I follow. Rather I like to adapt my lesson plans to each individual students goals and playing ability. I always have my students work on a mixture of technique, etudes, and solo repertoire. For very early beginners I like to work out of Trever Wyes Very First Flute Book and his Beginners Book for the Flute. I also like the book Forty Little Pieces in Progressive Order for Beginner Flutists and from there progress to First Solos for the Flute Player. Read More