Oboe with Valerie L.
5.0
(4)
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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 5+
Teaching since 1999
BA in Psychology
Oboe & Reed Making 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.
Instructor details
Location:
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
7 AM-10 AM
1 PM-3 PM
Tuesday
7 AM-10 AM
1 PM-2 PM
2:30 PM-4 PM
Wednesday
7 AM-9 AM
4 PM-6 PM
Thursday
7 AM-10 AM
4 PM-6 PM
Friday
7 AM-10 AM
1 PM-2 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$30
60 minutes
$60
About Valerie L.
5.0
(4)
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
Online
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.
Posted Apr 12, 2020
Shauna
Online
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.
Posted Apr 3, 2020
Zeybek
Online
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.
Posted Mar 31, 2020
Experience
Woodwind Instructor
Oct, 2019 - PresentChelmsford Community Education
Woodwind Instructor
Oct, 2019 - PresentCentre Music House
Woodwind Instructor
Jun, 2010 - PresentPurple Piper Studios
Woodwind Instructor
Apr, 2003 - Jun, 2010The Music Shoppe
Education
BMusic in Oboe Performance
Aug, 1996 - Dec, 2000Valparaiso University
BA in Psychology
Sep, 2020University of Massachusetts
Affiliations
International Double Reed Society
Jun, 2017The 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.
Languages
English
Native Proficiency
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Instructor details
Location:
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
7 AM-10 AM
1 PM-3 PM
Tuesday
7 AM-10 AM
1 PM-2 PM
2:30 PM-4 PM
Wednesday
7 AM-9 AM
4 PM-6 PM
Thursday
7 AM-10 AM
4 PM-6 PM
Friday
7 AM-10 AM
1 PM-2 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$30
60 minutes
$60
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