Flute Lessons Iowa

Instruments: Piano, Flute

For beginners on the piano, I use Alfred's Basic Piano Books. Once a student has mastered the fundamentals, I like to encourage them to find a solo piece that they would like to learn. It could be classical, it could be contemporary, but I always would like them to choose a piece they are excited to learn how to play. For my flute students I like to use essential elements for beginners. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Flute

I'm a vibrant and dedicated teacher who likes to work with students of all ages and abilities. I have 5 years experience working as a music teacher in public schools. I have been teaching piano privately for 2 years. I have a degree in Vocal and General Music Education from Drake University. I have studied piano, voice, and flute throughout my life. I am learning guitar and enjoy creating music with other people. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet

Consistent practice is more important than lengthy practice. While the results of your practice will increase with the time put in, practicing for even 5 minutes a day is better than skipping a day of practice. Practicing on just the mouthpiece is some of the most meaningful activities we do and this can be accomplished in under 5 minutes a day. More advanced students are expected to put in more time. On average, students should plan on practicing: Beginner: 1 1.5 hours/week (15 20 minutes/day) Intermediate: 1.5 2.5 hours/week (20 30 minutes/day) Advanced: 3 5 hours/week (45 60 minutes/day) Read More

Instruments: Piano, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Recorder, Music

I started playing the alto saxophone in 5th grade and immediately fell in love with making music and sharing it with others. . I love to perform in concert bands, jazz bands, saxophone quartets, small chamber groups, and as a soloist. I currently play with the Mount Vernon Community Band, Cedar Rapids Municipal Band, and have been a guest soloist with a local high school choir. In college I studied classical and jazz saxophone, and also took applied lessons in flute, clarinet, and piano. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Saxophone, Flute, Music

What I like to do is find out what my students know about music and then work from there. For instrumental I start with basics and play through scales to see how they play and how they can improve. For students that are younger or completely new to music, we would start with very basic general music terms and would become very close to the instrument of choice knowing the parts, how sound works with the instrument and how to properly play the instrument (close to the Suzuki method). my instructions are easy to follow no matter the age or ability level. Read More