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Clarinet with Valerie L.

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Teaches online
Enseña Beginner, Intermediate
Age: 5+
Habla English
Enseñando desde 1999
BA in Psychology

    Clarinet Lessons

    I teach beginner through advanced levels with a focus on learning proper breathing, embouchure and form. I teach music theory skills, reed making and adjustments, and musicianship . I have been a double reed and woodwind specialist for over 20 years and I teach using classical and modern method books, pop, rock and jazz. I teach using positivity and encouragement, that I may help each student visualize and become the best instrumentalist they can be.

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    5.0
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    I have been teaching for over 25 years and I have studied with Frank Kocman (student of Nilo Hovey), Larry Allen (student of Robert Bloom & Humbert Lucarelli), Hollis Ulaky (Principal Oboist of Charlotte Symphony Orchestra), and Amanda Hardy (Principal Oboist of Portland Symphony Orchestra- student of John Ferrillo). Learning many teaching styles and techniques from these great teachers, I have made it my main goal to teach every student in the way that best suites their learning style. I teach the basics of breathing, form and embouchure paired with music theory and a variety of genres, so that each student will get a well rounded education and grow a love of the woodwinds, as I have. I specialize in double reeds, reed making, and teaching neurodiverse students. I currently am earning a secondary degree in psychology & a masters in ABA/Autism Studies. I work part-time as a behavioral tech and have experience working with clients who have autism, ADHD, and anxiety and mood disorders.
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    4 Reviews
    Neal
    En línea
    Val has a real positive attitude and infectious energy when working with my son. She has helped him with many minor details (breathing, finger placement, etc) besides just working with him on new content.
    Posteado 12 abr 2020
    Shauna
    En línea
    Val is kind, patient and supportive of our very, very new 13 year old clarinet player. She is always sure to give great feedback as well as what he should specifically work on before the next lesson.
    Posteado 3 abr 2020
    Zeybek
    En línea
    I am having a lot of fun and I get to get better at the same time. It is a class I get to look forward to every weekend.
    Posteado 31 mar 2020
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    Experiencia

    Woodwind Instructor

    Oct, 2019 - Present

    Chelmsford Community Education

    Woodwind Instructor

    Oct, 2019 - Present

    Centre Music House

    Woodwind Instructor

    Jun, 2010 - Present

    Purple Piper Studios

    Woodwind Instructor

    Apr, 2003 - Jun, 2010

    The Music Shoppe

    Educación

    BMusic in Oboe Performance

    Aug, 1996 - Dec, 2000

    Valparaiso University

    BA in Psychology

    Sep, 2020

    University of Massachusetts

    Afiliaciones

    International Double Reed Society

    Jun, 2017

    The International Double Reed Society (IDRS) was established in December of 1971 and is a world-wide organization of double reed (oboe and bassoon family) players, instrument manufacturers and enthusiasts. The society has over 4,400 members from 56 countries. Within the United States, 50 states as well as the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico are represented.

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