Boys Town, NE Flute Lessons

Beginners: posture, breathing techniques, embouchure, sound production, articulation, phrasing, note reading
Intermediate: interpretation of different styles, dynamics, ensemble performance, building solid technique and stamina
Advanced: studying of orchestra excerpts, solo pieces, study of various concert and chamber music compositions

Flute players need good technique, like any other instrument...but playing doesn't have to just be fluffy high notes! Learn how to play your favorite tunes with style!

Concert, Chamber, and Orchestra repertoire

I structure lessons so that students learn what they want to learn, while also covering notes, scales, improvisation, and reading music. I use the appropriate level Robert Cavally Melodious and Progressive Studies books, Rubank Methods for flute, and any other material the student is interested in learning.

During my 17 years of teaching, I have helped flute students reach their goals, develop technique, and perform with musicianship. My students have gone onto excel as section leaders in their school bands as well as in honor festivals, contests, and performances both near and far. I would be delighted to talk to you to learn more about your goals and help you reach them.

In lessons, I will teach students how to develop an embouchure and make sound, have proper technique, discuss equipment care, how to read music and develop note recognition, and ultimately, play music. The goal is to get my students playing with proper technique, so that this will carry on throughout their career and playing of the instrument. After getting some sounds out of the instrument and having decent technique, students will be assigned 1-2 songs to work on each lesson. It is the learning of music on one's own, that I believe, truly challenges the student to continue to apply information given in lessons.

Your flute lessons will be tailored to your flute playing goals. We will cover everything from the fundamentals of flute playing to studying advanced literature, depending on your level of playing and ambition.

With 15 years of experience and a BM and MM in flute performance, you can expect lessons from me to be the highest quality. I have had a lot experience teaching dozens of flutists of all ages, and I make sure to adjust my teaching to the needs of each student. After all, everybody is different, and I want to make sure students get the most out of their experience! Young beginners will begin in methods such as Patricia George's "Flute 101" series or Kathleen Blocki's flute method series, while intermediate and advanced players will have a more comprehensive approach with studies in tone development, technique enhancement, etudes, and solo repertoire.

The Flute Doctor is in! I am the founder and owner of NOVA Music Academy in Winchester with a professional teaching studio and staff to teach every wind and string instrument. I hold a Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Flute Performance from Shenandoah University and I have taught children and university flutists for more than 10 years. Your child deserves the BEST music teacher. From experience I know teachers vary wildly in quality; with me, you are assured expert quality and professionalism that your child deserves.

Whether your child loves Mozart or Moana, is putting their flute together for the first time, or getting ready for a big audition, I meet your child at their level and I take them to the stars! Contact me directly at NOVA Music Academy anytime 540.686.1968 for a FREE TRIAL lesson.