Flute Lessons in Winter Park, FL

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet Recorder

During the initial lesson, I determine what the student is interested in learning the best approach pace to help them achieve their goals. While I have recommend materials to varying levels of students, every lesson approach is different. With all my students, I believe keeping them engaged and excited at what they are doing is most important. I've found even the simple act and writing out a favorite song and learning through that can give wonderful benefits, gaining new tools without realizing. Read More

Instruments: Flute Recorder Shakuhachi

During my work with this program at the bedside, I saw what live music could do for a person's health in the way of improved blood pressure, improved heart rate and less stress. Then I had training with a Music Therapist who taught group drumming for wellness. I found that I discovered a love for the at risk youth who were in school at a treatment center that came to my groups. Read More

Instruments: Flute Piccolo

What I love the most is seeing and hearing students express their love and excitement for music and the flute.  I meet my students where they are and support them in their study.  Not everyone learns the same way and I believe it is my role to use different techniques and styles to help each child reach their goals. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet Euphonium Oboe Bassoon Music

I love to see students succeed. Yet they deserve to be challenged appropriately, they should be proud of their progress and still have fun. So I learn the students style of learning and pace then adjust the approach and music I will have for them. I constantly acknowledge any and all improvements , and welcome mistakes. I truly want the student to think about every decision they make, so they can properly train their subconscious in the right way. Read More

Instruments: Flute Oboe English Horn

I originally began teaching while in college teaching students on both flute and oboe. I began teaching students out of my home several years ago and taught for about 3 years until I moved and my students were not able to continue with me. I feel it is very important to have proper hand position and the proper way to play the instrument and initially spend time making sure these very basic foundations are correct, but have creative ways to help the students so they learn quickly and enjoy it as well! Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Flute Piccolo

Blanche Marie delights in giving beginners of all ages the key to understanding music and leading them into further development as they advance and begin to discover the nuances of professional musicianship. Learning music is also about learning about yourself. Using all that you are as a person will assist you in your musical growth. She is comfortable giving instruction in the private setting as well as group classes. As a Music Therapist, she has also worked with piano students that have both mental and physical challenges. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Flute Synthesizer Piccolo Music

Nothing is more rewarding than seeing the growth of a student and their own delight as they become more successful with their craft. Taking the time to learn the "why" behind the desire to learn an instrument enables me, as the teacher, how to assess the speed at which students can progress. The desire and willingness of a student is paramount to a successful experience no matter the subject matter. Read More