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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Flute lessons in San Jose . Whether you are looking for beginner guitar lessons for your kids, or are an adult wanting to improve your skills, the instructors in our network are ready to help you now!
Instruments: Flute Piccolo
Depending on a student's musical background, I would typically start with foundational exercises like scales/arpeggios/broken chords and discussions of essential music theory elements to help a student progress. If the student is brand new to the flute, I would also do some breath work, and introduce exercises to improve tone and understand tuning. After the basics, I'd introduce solo repertoire and help students prepare for any performances they would like to take part in. Read More
Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet Recorder Piccolo
I think the best way to teach is to start with what my students are interested in and embed music concepts and theory throughout our lessons. Additionally, I have a library of method books, lesson plans, literature, and curricula that I like to follow. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Flute Drums Ukulele Recorder Piccolo Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Music Keyboard Acoustic Guitar
I learn by doing and I believe that my students should play what inspires them! If it's classical, let's study Bach and Mozart together - if it's Latin, let's study Dave Valentin and Johnny Pacheco. I have always had a broad taste in music and I think it's wonderful when students bring me songs that inspire them. Let's work the chords out together and study the greats! I believe that the engaged student will be the successful student. Read More
Instruments: Flute Clarinet
When it comes to my teaching style, it is important for the student to learn at their own pace. I will set goals for my students based off of how he or she learns so that they can progress in a way that is comfortable for them. I will never push the student to where he or she is uncomfortable and become discouraged and lose interest. I also encourage the students to ask any questions that they have and that should never feel embarrassed about their questions. Read More
Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet
My teaching experience goes back to college, i taught private lessons as well as large ensembles and small ensembles at local high schools. I have traveled with a non for profit around the world working in poorer communities giving children a chance to experience playing and learning about music. My students have received top honors in middle school, and high school as well as some of them receiving scholarships from Universities. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Viola Saxophone Flute Clarinet
I love seeing my students grow in their knowledge and appreciation of music! Excellence is rewarding, and I teach the process to get there from whatever level we begin. I use positive reinforcement and notice what the student is doing right. Then, I give critique and an action plan to improve performance. It feels good for the student and teacher when they learn the methods to break down what is currently difficult into smaller pieces so that it is both manageable and possible to go further than they thought. Read More
Instruments: Flute Piccolo Music
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Effective practice is a skill! It definitely doesn't come overnight, and it is far more difficult for some students than others. For me, the most important thing is to pace myself. Some students will be having so much fun while practicing that they don't stop for hours, then they're exhausted and may not practice for days! For effective practice, consistency is KEY. Practicing for modest amounts of time each day, and taking too many "break days"! For younger students, I highly recommend a sticker practice chart. Having this kind of visual representation of the goal can be rewarding for both parents and students! Decide on an amount of time that your student should aim to practice each week (maybe 3-4 hours for a middle school student), and keep track throughout the week with stickers. At the end of the week, if your student has reached the goal, give them congratulations for reaching their goal or buy them celebratory ice cream!
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
Every child is different, so I would not recommend starting a child once they reach a specific age. Instead, I would observe how they behave during their individual practice sessions and ask myself the following questions: 1) Does my child practice "just for fun"? 2) Would it be useful for my student to have a mentor who can help guide their practicing? 3) Is my child eager to ask questions about the instrument and the music they are learning? If those are all yes answers, then I would say your child is definitely ready for lessons! As a teacher, what I look for in a student is excitement for learning and a curious mind! If you're concerned about your student not having the discipline or the focus necessary for lessons, consider starting with 30 minute lessons and working up to longer sessions as the teacher advises.
If you have a Music Degree, what is it in (Performance, Education, Musicology, Theory, Composition, etc) and why did you choose that degree?
I have two degrees in flute performance. I have my Bachelors of Music from the University of North Texas, and my Masters of Music from Stony Brook University. I decided to get my degrees in performance because I love the flute, and because I had a light bulb moment when I thought, "I can't see myself in an office all day not because I'm not smart enough or incapable, but because I want to be playing my flute instead!" Since I started playing the flute, I have always loved learning new music, meeting other musicians, and playing with other musicians. There isn't any experience quite like sitting in an orchestra or playing a solo recital. It is nerve-wracking, but more thrilling and inspiring.
If you weren't a musician what do you think you'd be doing instead?
If I were not a musician, I would probably be an event planner! I love to plan parties and I love bringing people together to celebrate happy times. Throughout my life, I have been organized, detail-oriented, and a perfectionist. All of these qualities are also great in a classical musician, but they would be equally helpful for someone who coordinates with vendors and venues. But again, music is what I really love to do, and I am fortunate to have had the support of my family to go after my dreams!
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Cities with Students
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