Flute Lessons South

Instruments: Piano, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Drums, Synthesizer, Ukulele, Recorder, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba, Piccolo, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Oboe, Keyboard, Djembe

For young beginners on piano (ages 4-6), I use Faber's "My First Piano Adventure." For beginners ages 7 and up, I use both Faber's "Piano Adventures" and the Alfred's Piano Library. In addition to the lesson materials, theory is a crucial part of music study and a part of musical study that I require. As students grow in their ability, I find out what their interests are and we start to incorporate in standard repertoire and other songs that the student desires to learn. Read More

Instruments: Flute

For all students I try to incorporate all elements of music by including appropriate amounts music history and theory into my lessons. For beginners, I tend to utilize Trevor Wye exercises, and slowly incorporate small musical pieces. Although tedious, I believe that scales and etudes make students technically and musically proficient. I therefore include them in my lessons, but ensure the students are gaining the benefit of these exercises. I like to approach lessons from a wholistic standpoint, putting an emphasis on a student's posture, breathing and attitude. Read More

Instruments: Trumpet, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Recorder, Piccolo, Music

I work with Rubank or any method books provided by their band instructor. There will be supplemental materials, especially for more advanced students, that are instrument specific such as etudes and technical exercises. We will continue focusing on band literature, contemporary, classical, or solo literature depending on the goals of the students and their interests. While there are some general methods, it is best to meet the student where their needs are and tailor the specific methods to those needs. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Flute

I love seeing my students thrive! Want to play for fun? I'll help you build the skills you need to play the music you love and make sure you have fun throughout the process. Looking to study classical flute more seriously? I can help you design a regimen that will take your technical skills to the next level and pick repertoire that is the perfect blend of enjoyable and challenging. Read More

Instruments: Flute, Piccolo

I like to keep hours at an hour, but I understand every student has different needs. Every lesson will begin with a warmup and the understanding of sound production. I like to look at the physical and mental aspects of what produces sound. After sound, it is crucial to work on scales-- as scales are the foundation to all music. After scales, I like to spend time of technique and etudes. Read More