Kayla C  
Instruments: Flute, Piccolo, Music
Styles: Classical, Pop, Marching Band

I started teaching when I was 17 years old just starting my senior year of high school with the encouragement from my mother, who is also a professional flutist who teaches private lessons. I remember being very nervous and unsure about how my practice methods and the way I explained certain ideas would come across to my students but, as soon as I started, I immediately felt like I was doing what I was meant to do; to teach young musicians. To see how excited this first student of mine got every time she was able to accomplish something for the first time was the most rewarding feeling. Ever since then, I have held a studio of at least 4 or more students every year. My students have consistently been placed in their top band and orchestra ensembles and help high chair positions. They have also received 1st and 2nd division ratings at Solo and Ensemble through the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association. Some students have even gone to study music in college. Starting through the pandemic, I have learned how to get more proficient while teaching online and have enjoyed getting creative in ways to explain new technical and musical ideas with students through a screen. I have taught from beginner students all the way to advanced college students and I enjoy teaching every level!

Each student comes to lessons with different goals in mind. During the first few lessons, we will define those and determine the path to achieve them. In addition, I would like each student to achieve the following: 1) Love playing flute and listening to all periods of classical music 2) Learn how to practice efficiently to accomplish the most is the shortest amount of time. It is a great feeling of accomplishment when you are able to play something that looked impossible in the beginning. 3) Enjoy your music. I will always try to give you solos that you will enjoy working on. If you absolutely hate the piece, tell me and we will find something else that will accomplish the same goals. As well as giving more traditional solo pieces, I will occasionally give out more fun solos to switch things up every so often! 4) We will explore music from different time periods and countries to expand your knowledge of history. No matter your level, we will always focus on the basics; scales, etudes, technique exercises, etc. I believe that if a musician is not solid with basic techniques, then it will be harder to accomplish more difficult music.