Flute with Rachael M.

As a flute teacher, I take pride in ensuring my students learn both appropriate technique and repertoire, and also the joy and passion that comes from playing the flute. I have 4 years of teaching experience with elementary through high school age students, and I have played flute and piccolo for over twenty years. I can teach students to read classical music and beginning music theory. My students can expect to learn to play both solo classical flute repertoire, receive guidance for band and orchestra music, and play lots of duets! In addition to teaching great music and building the confidence that comes from playing an instrument, my favorite part of teaching is the relationships I get to build with my students. I believe that everyone is unique, which makes playing music with lots of people a great gift in this life. I come from a music-loving family and began taking music lessons at a young age. I took private flute and piccolo lessons for thirteen years from the esteemed piccoloist Kathleen Dyer, and renowned flutist Gary Woodward in my studies at the Conservatory of Music at Biola University. After completing my BA in English Literature with a minor in music from Biola, I have taught private flute and piccolo lessons for 4 years. When I'm not playing gigs at weddings, galas, church services, or special events, I work in higher education and have been pursuing an MA at Talbot School of Theology. I can't wait to meet you, learn about your passion for music, and share the gift of playing the flute!