Semester-Long Private Flute Lessons

This multi-day class is for the aspiring flutist (ages 7-12) at any level. Because we will be meeting one-on-one, the exact curriculum will depend on the student's skills and interests. However, we will be covering these main essentials throughout our time together: 

Technique
Tone
Sight-reading
Vibrato
Scales & arpeggios
Basic music theory concepts (key, time signature, rhythms, dynamics, accents)
Standard flute repertoire

During our lessons, I will assess the student's playing and provide them with real-time feedback. In each lesson you can expect: 
-A warm-up, which might include scales, arpeggios or tone studies,
-An etude study or other technique building exercise,
-Selected repertoire pieces - I focus on the details of playing each piece. Depending on the student's skill level, I might focus on note reading, tempo, tone quality, vibrato, or phrasing,
-Feedback and assignments for the following lesson.


Each student's success with the flute will depend quite a bit on their practice time outside of our lessons. Consistent, quality practice time is the key to learning any new instrument, so I expect all of my students to practice on their own according to their skill level. (Students with less experience should only practice for a max of 15 minutes a day, while more advanced students should aim for 45 mins. to an hour of practice daily). I will gladly offer suggestions and methods of practicing so that the student knows where to start and how to tackle their weekly homework assignments. Usually, I will ask the student to track their practice sessions in a notebook, noting the date and length of time that they spend practicing. 


While I personally have a classical background in the flute, I also have experience teaching pop music and I'm more than happy to teach my students their favorite pop, rock and/or musical theater songs. I believe that students learn best when they're having fun so I like to build their flute skills through contemporary music too! 



Punctuality policy: If the student doesn't arrive within 10 minutes of the class start time (unless you've sent me a message beforehand explaining they will be late), I will end the meeting and you will be charged the lesson fee. In order to avoid missed lessons, please send me a message beforehand and I'll do my best to schedule a make up time with you!

**Please note: This class is for students aged 7-12