Flute Lessons Tennessee

Instruments: Piano, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Drums

I love to teach students in creative ways the concepts of music and how to perform on an instrument not only notes, but musicianship. I am a Music teacher / Pastor in the Franklin, TN area. Read More

Instruments: Flute, Piccolo

I first started teaching flute lessons in El Sistema of Venezuela from the age of 16-18 before coming to study here in the US. There, I taught students of lower income and was paid and supervised by EL Sistema. I learned valuable skills as a professor there. Some of my Venezuelan students are now playing in the Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra. I was in charge of teaching two semesters of flute choir while studying at the University of Southern Mississippi. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Flute, Piccolo, Oboe, Music, Acoustic Guitar

For beginners, I start off with the basics. For example, naming each string on the guitar, curvature of the fingers, embouchure on the headjoint of a flute, and achieving a crow on an oboe reed. For school age children, I use books or sheet music used in their own practice at school or Youth Orchestras during lessons. For any ability level, I use any materials during lessons that my students want to work on that achieves their goals but also keeps them motivated. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet

First, I believe it is important all students have a firm grasp on the fundamentals of the instrument, which may include some scale exercises, for example. Once we achieve a basic level, we can move along to some solo repertoire, etudes, and tunes that target a specific area to keep lessons fun and engaging, all while reaffirming subjects learned previously. Regarding jazz and improvisation, lessons will cover a broad spectrum, ranging from modal improvisation, to bebop and postmodern styles, all while focusing on harmonic functionality and individual expression. Read More

Instruments: Flute, Piccolo, Music

The main objective that I personally strive for is to ensure that my students are properly recognized for their hard work. I've seen many instances when kids will stop participating in extracurricular activities due to lack of positive support from those they would expect it from. I believe that validation, especially from the parents, truly helps students maintain an interest in music. It helps them develop a personal drive to succeed not only in music, but in life. Read More