Flute Lessons in Civic Center, NY

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Saxophone Flute Drums Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Hi all! I am a passionate instructor love working with students on their on journey and to move the forward to success! In 2019, I graduated with honors from the prestigious jazz performance program at The New School. I am a multi instrumentalists and have experience teaching Saxophone, flute, drums, piano and guitar. I'm performing around NYC city with several music acts as well as touring internationally. my musical journey started with the piano when I was 6, so I have more then 20 years experience studying music. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Saxophone Flute Clarinet Drums

My teaching includes all aspects of music; Musical theory, sight singing, as well as Music History. My teaching style allows the child to have fun while they learn their instrument, but I emphasize a strong practice regiment. Your child will understand that while learning music and an instrument can be fun, there will be some work involved if they want to become great. I usually use either the Alfred or Rubank method books to supplement a curriculum that I tailor make for each individual student. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet

For beginner students young and old I start out with Rubank Elementary Method for saxophone. This book provided a solid foundation in basic theory and reading that lead to musical literacy. From there I go towards the basics of improvisation in the blues while continuing with technique books on the side. Once this foundation is in place I begin to encourage the student to explore music they're passionate about and start with the basics of solo transcription and more advanced improvisation. Read More

Instruments: Piano Flute Keyboard

My focus is on creating individualized lesson plans that address the students particular interests and needs. With consistent practice at recommended intervals, my carefully designed curriculum prepares students to quickly advance from day one by equipping them with the necessary tools and scaffolding to build a comprehensive understanding of the piano. In addition to learning note-reading, rhythm interpretation, and proper technique, students are exposed to theory, aural training, music appreciation, and collaborative courses with peers to help cultivate an immersive environment in which to thrive. Read More

Instruments: Flute

All of my students learn through working towards practical and achievable goals that we set together. Beginning students are introduced to the fundamentals of music and flute technique through pairing theoretical exercises with practical, tangible music-making. This sets up a habit from day one that all of the concepts that we learn have a real-life purpose. Younger students begin learning from the Abracadbra flute book, progressing to solo repertoire and exercises as they progress. Read More

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Flute Clarinet Accordion

In year 2000 I was invited by one of the worlds finest bassists, Reggie Workman, to study at the New School University in New York City. I received a scholarship and moved to New York in fall 2000. In New York I trained with some of the worlds finest musiciansGeorge Garzone, Reggie Workman, Buster Williams, Chico Hamilton and many others. In April 2002, I was selected for the New School All-Star Wayne Shorter Ensemble, which performed at the Beacons In Jazz award ceremony at the Supper club, where Mr. Read More

Instruments: Flute

I began teaching as a young flutist, but started teaching private flute lessons during my freshmen year of college, and have been teaching both kids and adults since then. I have performed with the Skidmore College Orchestra as the principal flutist as well as the Skidmore Wind Ensemble, Skidmore Chorus, composition recitals, and vocal recitals. In 2018, I won second prize in the Skidmore Concerto Competition and performed Reineckes flute concerto with the Skidmore Orchestra in March, 2019. Read More