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Flute with Toby C.

Thousand Oaks, California

Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 8+
Teaching since 1952
Bachelor of Music Education

    About Toby C.

    Before we begin, I'd just like to say - I have been giving Private Flute Lessons for more than 40 years, and feel that I can prevent bad habits before they begin!! Also that I teach at my Apartment in Thousand Oaks on most days, and also at my daughter's home in Agoura Hills on Wednesdays. Plus- I have several Reviews from former students that were sent to a different teaching site that I would be happy to share with you. I became a member of the Los Angeles Philharmonic at the age of 20 and played under the direction of more than 30 of the world's greatest conductors, as the current conductor was on leave! I have been giving private flute lessons since I was in High School, and College. I have a Bachelor of Music Education Degree from Drake University, School of Fine Arts. I have performed as soloist with orchestras, and done studio work (First Flute on "Dr. Zhivago"), and taught at Cal State LA, Pierce College, CSUN, and head of the Wind Department of the Southern Calif. Conservatory of Music for 30 years. I founded and still direct The Conejo Valley Flute Society (Flute Choir) in 2002- we are beginning our 16th season. I enjoy teaching all levels, all ages. I offer 3 or 4 Recitals a year, and am a member of MTAC (Music Teachers Association of Calif), National Flute Association, and Professional Musicians Local 47. I am head of the Wind Department for my local Branch Of MTAC (Conejo Valley), And I have been an adjudicator for the Certificate of Merit program for 15 years. I enjoy teaching and helping each student become the best they can be. Many of my students have held first chair positions, and some former students are now playing professionally!

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    Location:
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    E Hillcrest Dr.

    Teaching Hours

    Tuesday
    3 PM-5 PM
    Wednesday
    1 PM-8 PM
    Thursday
    3 PM-8 PM
    Friday
    3:30 PM-6 PM
    Saturday
    11 AM-5 PM
    Sunday
    2 PM-5 PM
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    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $45
    45 minutes
    $70
    60 minutes
    $90
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    Experience

    Flute, Piccolo

    Sep, 1956 - Aug, 1958

    Los Angeles Philharmonic

    Education

    Bachelor of Music Education

    Feb, 1955 - Aug, 1958

    Drake University, School of Fine Arts

    Certifications

    Bachelor of Music Education

    Aug, 1958

    Drake University, School of Fine Arts

    plus graduate work at several Universities and many Master Classes given by World Renown Flutists

    Awards

    Whos Who in Music 10th Edition,

    Jun, 1998

    1998 Edition of Whos Who Among Americas Teachers

    Affiliations

    American Federation of Musicians

    Jun, 1954

    A labor union representing professional musicians in the United States and Canada. Founding in 1896 as the successor to the "National League of Musicians," the AFM is the largest organization in the world representing the interests of professional musicians.

    National Flute Association

    Aug, 1985

    The National Flute Association, founded in 1972, is the largest flute organization in the world. Approximately 5,000 members from more than 50 countries join together in person, online, at conventions, informally and in forums, through publications and classrooms, in performance, in friendship and collegiality. Guided by its goals to encourage a higher standard of artistic excellence for the flute, its performers, and its literature, members include leading soloists, orchestral players, jazz and world music performers, teachers, adult amateurs, and students of all ages.

    Music Teachers' Association of California

    Sep, 1960

    MTAC aspires to be the recognized leader in (1) Student Programs, which make a positive impact in the quality of music education and in the lives of music students; (2) Member Programs, which inspire quality teaching, the pursuit of ongoing teacher education and member involvement with community outreach; (3) a thriving Foundation, which funds Student Programs and member needs through its investments, donations, and grants.

    Sigma Alpha Iota (ΣΑΙ)

    Feb, 1956

    Sigma Alpha Iota is a professional International Music Fraternity for women. Formed to uphold the highest standards of music and to further the development of music in America and throughout the world, it continues to provide musical and educational resources to its members and the general public.Sigma Alpha Iota operates its own national philanthropy, Sigma Alpha Iota Philanthropies, Inc.

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