LESSONS
Are you looking for the moment your playing feels easy and free? I used to struggle with limitations in my playing until I met a teacher who changed my life. While studying with her, I developed a passion for the fundamentals, exercises that created ease of playing, and body awareness that allowed me to play expressively and with joy. I have been where you are, and I’m learning more every day - I understand the issues you may be facing with tone production, performance anxiety, technical facility, and practice habits and I know how to help!
WE’RE A GOOD FIT IF:
You’re a beginner wishing to learn the instrument for the first time.
You’re a high school student preparing for All-State, college auditions, or you simply want to better your skills.
You’re a college-aged student looking to gain fresh perspective and ease of playing.
You’re an advanced level player looking for advice on audition material.
You’re an adult student who wants to better your playing or you’re coming back to your instrument.
With a beginner instrumentalist, we'll focus on how to properly care for your instrument, how to comfortably hold it, how to create a clean and rich tone, and the fundamentals of technique, theory, and ear training. Private lessons are a perfect supplement to large group, in-school lessons and can provide your musician with the one-on-one attention they need. Each student is different, but with young beginner musicians, I recommend a half hour lesson.
For intermediate or advanced flutists, we'll focus on honing your technique, strengthening your foundation, body awareness, and providing you with all of the tools to express music in the way you wish. We'll fill in holes and correct habits that may have been previously learned. All advanced students still in high school are encouraged to audition for the All-State Festival, Honors Band Festivals, and any competitions or masterclasses in the area. When it comes time to upgrade on instruments, I will be there to answer any and all questions and accompany you to try out flutes. With more advanced students, I recommend a 45 minute or hour long lesson.
For adults coming back to the instrument, we’ll focus on creating ease of playing and get your playing back to an enjoyable place. For adults who want to better their playing, we’ll fill in holes and correct habits that may be inhibiting your playing. We’ll focus on body awareness, techniques, and developing a sense of musicality and interpretation. Repertoire will be picked based on level, goals, and personal interest.
I have experience working with students with physical and intellectual disabilities and would be happy to set up a consultation with you and your family to see if flute lessons are a good fit.
Lessons are offered in my home studio in Barrington, NH or at Manchester Community Music School, Concord Community Music School, or PMAC. For studio policies, lesson rates, and available time slots, please contact me! For students with financial concerns, please contact me to discuss options.
ONLINE LESSONS
Due to the nature of beginner lessons, students should be able to read music and
have a minimum of 2-3 years of experience to be considered.
Students must be at least high school aged or they should have explicit permission from their parents to participate in online lessons.
Lessons will be given via Skype, FaceTime or Zoom.
Recurring weekly lessons are recommended.
Preparing for an audition or recital, or just looking for flexible lessons? Now offering flexible virtual lessons, just fill out the form below!
OPTIONS
Beginner to Advanced Flutists, all ages
Beginner to Intermediate Piano, all ages
Beginner to Advanced Music Theory, all ages
Beginner to Advanced Ear Training, all ages
Beginner to Advanced Sight Singing, all ages