Flute Lessons in Happy Valley, OR

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Flute Clarinet Music

Juan C. is a Colombian musician with over 10 years of experience as a performer, composer, arranger, and teacher. He has stood out in all the groups to which he has belonged for his leadership and exceptional interpretive skills. His extensive experience has granted him a profound understanding of wind instruments, making him a professional capable of comprehending and leading wind ensembles effectively. The clarinet lessons are personalized because each student has different strengths and weaknesses. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Flute Ukulele Recorder

I try to get to know my students in the first few lessons so I can be more sensitive to their personalities. This helps me choose the best teaching approach for them. From the very first lesson I create a relaxed setting so students feel no apprehension, especially when trying something new. This allows them to feel free to take chances and experience playing music as something enjoyable, not a life or death situation! Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet

As a 9th grader, I participated in The Bronx Borough Wide Band and played clarinet on the stage of Carnegie Hall. Later, in college, I sang in a classical chorus on the stage of Kleinhan's in Buffalo, NY with The Buffalo Philharmonic. I studiedbassoon withFrank Ruggieri of The New York Philharmonic as well. In rock, I sang with many bands and some famous artists. Also, played piano in restaurants, etc.One of my bands later performed at The Capital Theatre in Port Chester, New York as an opening act for other famous artists.Very exciting!! Read More

Instruments: Piano Flute

My education is from the University of Washington School of Music. I have performed in various competitions, gone on tour and taught in many cities in China with the University of Washington's Wind Ensemble, and am currently teaching at a local music school in my hometown. I am a performer and educator who loves working with anyone who loves music and I strive to connect with as many people as I can through music. Read More

Instruments: Voice Flute

Growing up with multiple educators in my family has had a huge impact on my life as a volunteer in classrooms.  My volunteer experience began when I was in fifth grade, and has continued throughout all of my education experience at Concordia.  As I kept growing into a stronger individual, I discovered that the age group I wanted to work with also grew older with me.  Working in multiple classrooms throughout my life has only strengthened my resolve to be a teacher because of the communities I have discovered through volunteering. Read More

Instruments: Flute

My teaching experience begins as early as 9th grade. I started teaching middle school sectionals to 7th and 8th graders. I would help with tonal and technical work, as well as their band pieces. Once I began my senior year in high school, I started to lead and teach my high school sectionals. As well as the freshman level band and do their sectionals twice to three times a week. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Flute Piccolo

I teach by inspiration. I want my students to have fun learning while they advance in their studies. Music can be difficult but it doesn't have to be boring. Read More