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Piccolo with Edna B.

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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 5+
Speaks English
Teaching since 1981
Kodaly Music Education

    Learn piccolo specific techniques: 40+ years' experience at your service

    Don't believe anything negative you may have heard about piccolo! The piccolo is charming and sweet when handled kindly. Piccolo playing empowers flutists everywhere, but do be responsible and learn the techniques to harness that power. Although it is closely kindred to concert flute, there are tips that will help yo utruly shine on this special instrument.

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    Teaching Hours

    Tuesday
    2 PM-7:30 PM
    Wednesday
    7 AM-9:30 AM
    1:30 PM-8:15 PM
    Thursday
    2 PM-5:30 PM
    6:30 PM-8 PM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $25
    45 minutes
    $35
    60 minutes
    $45
    75 minutes
    $55
    90 minutes
    $65

    About Edna B.

    4.8
    (210)
    Welcome to my Music Studio where you can learn the skills you need to reach your musical dreams. It's a privilege to collaborate with students pre-school through retirees. Together we explore the satisfying process of reaching musical goals. After earning a Bachelor of Music Education, I studied Kodaly Music Education while applying the methodology in school and studio. I've helped many students thrive, and I'd love to help you do the same. I offer over 30 years performing and teaching experience, a genuine enjoyment of people, and a high standard of professional ethics.

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    210 Reviews
    Rekha
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    Best instructor ever!
    Posted Apr 18, 2024
    Maria
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    Excellent teacher! Very patient and easy to work with. I highly recommend taking a lesson with Edna.
    Posted Apr 4, 2024
    Rekha
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    She is the best teacher to work with.
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    Experience

    Owner/Instructor

    Sep, 1980 - Present

    Private Music Studio

    Every student receives careful guidance and thorough preparation. I love getting to know students and tailoring instruction to make learning unfold. I have a Bachelor of Music Education degree and have taught and performed in many settings. 30+ years of experience along with constant honing of the craft insure a high quality learning opportunity.

    Director & Music Arranger

    Jul, 2006 - Jul, 2010

    DuBois Area Student String Ensemble

    A beginning string class developed into an active performing group which received a Pennsylvania Arts grant to present live concerts in the Tri-County area. DASSE presented Music History Programs, Music at the Library, school demonstrations, and numerous other events.

    Music Instructor

    Sep, 1989 - May, 1994

    DuBois Christian Schools

    I directed the band program which included beginners through high school and conducted an excellent flute ensemble which performed at various venues. I taught classroom music and children's choir for grades K-6 and directed two concerts per year. I prepared students for solo and ensemble competition. Currently I teach individual lessons for students from DCS.

    Piano Instructor

    Nov, 1986 - Apr, 1993

    Spotts Music Center

    I taught private piano lessons to children and adults.

    Piano Instructor

    Sep, 1986 - Dec, 1994

    Fritz Piano & Organ

    Fritz Piano & Organ provided teaching space in a very convenient location, our local mall.

    Handbell Conductor, Flute Instructor

    Jun, 1984 - Aug, 1994

    Csehy Summer School of Music

    All piano and voice majors at CSSM participated in handbell choir in which new music was learned each week for a Saturday concert. These groups ranged from novice to very advanced. Additionally I taught private flute, theory class, and master classes.

    Music Instructor

    Mar, 1983 - Jun, 1986

    Broadfording Christian Academy

    My music duties included high school theory classes, general music K - 12, handbell choirs, and concert choirs. I also taught private lessons as needed. I presented two concerts per year and prepared students for interscholastic Fine Arts competition.

    Education

    Bachelor of Music Education

    Sep, 1978 - Jun, 1983

    Cedarville University

    Kodaly Music Education

    Jul, 1988 - Jul, 1988

    Kodaly Musical Training Institute

    Languages

    English

    Native Proficiency

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