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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Flute lessons in San Jose . Whether you are looking for beginner guitar lessons for your kids, or are an adult wanting to improve your skills, the instructors in our network are ready to help you now!
Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Viola Saxophone Flute Clarinet
I'm an experienced and caring instructor who loves to see students empowered in their own creativity and excellence. I received my Bachelor's in Music Education from Ithaca College in 1988. I have recorded and released three projects so far that have received radio play internationally and been on the charts on college public radio. My travels performing music in the U.S. and beyond have enriched my life immeasurably and I love sharing the spark of imagination with my students. Read More
Instruments: Flute Piccolo
I started playing the flute in 2010, and the piccolo a little bit after that. In 2013 I started performing through international competitions, and received my diploma in musical performance through ABRSM in 2016, certifying me to teach. I recently graduated from Princeton University and performed while there in orchestra and pit orchestra groups. I grew up in Singapore and really enjoyed performing at venues like the National Gallery while there, and also was honored to perform at Weill Recital Hall in Carnegie Hall in NYC in 2016. Read More
Instruments: Piano Flute Piccolo
I am a very enthusiastic and motivated instructor who loves working with students of all ages to share my love of music. I started flute and piano as a little girl and participated in many flute competitions and performances. I was accepted to Brigham Young University's music program for flute performance and received my minor in music. Performing and competing has been very rewarding to me and I want to share that with others. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Flute Drums Ukulele Recorder Piccolo Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Music Keyboard Acoustic Guitar
My experience in teaching dates back to my time in college, where I coached a few music education majors on the flute. Since then, I have offered my expertise towards community flautists, Emeritus band flute players, and a wide range of percussion and flute students. I am committed to the advancement of my students and feel really encouraged to see them grow and change. From younger to older - beginning, intermediate, or advanced - I will always try my hardest to keep you engaged and moving forward. Read More
Instruments: Piano Flute Recorder Piccolo
During lessons, I often compare concepts to other activities my students know and love - their favorite sport, video games, or books. I love sharing my magic tricks - shortcut exercises to make tricky passages instantly easier, and youll definitely catch me encouraging my students to listen, listen, listen! Every genre of music has something different you can learn and it adds to your own creative toolkit. I expect students to practice regularly and thoughtfully - seeking to play their very best and working to improve every time they pick up their instrument. Read More
Instruments: Flute Piccolo
This might be to learn to play specific pieces that they like, to gain help with something they are struggling in, to win first chair in their school ensemble, to win a competition, or to get into college as a musician, among many other things. With those goals in mind, I like to take a holistic approach to the learning process. We will work on developing a great tone, mastering technique, playing with strong intonation, and learning how to phrase and play expressively within the different types of music. Read More
Instruments: Flute Clarinet
I am a motivated teacher who loves to teach flute and to share my passion of music. I graduated from San Francisco State University with my Bachelors in Music in Classical Flute Performance. I have studied with Leslie Chin and the second chair of the San Francisco Symphony, Linda Lukas. I have been able to work with some great conductors such as Dr. Martin Seggelke and John Williams. I am currently working on the soundtrack for the upcoming Star Wars film and I have completed the season 5 soundtrack of Game of Thrones in November of 2014. Read More
Instruments: Flute Piccolo Music
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Effective practice is a skill! It definitely doesn't come overnight, and it is far more difficult for some students than others. For me, the most important thing is to pace myself. Some students will be having so much fun while practicing that they don't stop for hours, then they're exhausted and may not practice for days! For effective practice, consistency is KEY. Practicing for modest amounts of time each day, and taking too many "break days"! For younger students, I highly recommend a sticker practice chart. Having this kind of visual representation of the goal can be rewarding for both parents and students! Decide on an amount of time that your student should aim to practice each week (maybe 3-4 hours for a middle school student), and keep track throughout the week with stickers. At the end of the week, if your student has reached the goal, give them congratulations for reaching their goal or buy them celebratory ice cream!
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
Every child is different, so I would not recommend starting a child once they reach a specific age. Instead, I would observe how they behave during their individual practice sessions and ask myself the following questions: 1) Does my child practice "just for fun"? 2) Would it be useful for my student to have a mentor who can help guide their practicing? 3) Is my child eager to ask questions about the instrument and the music they are learning? If those are all yes answers, then I would say your child is definitely ready for lessons! As a teacher, what I look for in a student is excitement for learning and a curious mind! If you're concerned about your student not having the discipline or the focus necessary for lessons, consider starting with 30 minute lessons and working up to longer sessions as the teacher advises.
If you have a Music Degree, what is it in (Performance, Education, Musicology, Theory, Composition, etc) and why did you choose that degree?
I have two degrees in flute performance. I have my Bachelors of Music from the University of North Texas, and my Masters of Music from Stony Brook University. I decided to get my degrees in performance because I love the flute, and because I had a light bulb moment when I thought, "I can't see myself in an office all day not because I'm not smart enough or incapable, but because I want to be playing my flute instead!" Since I started playing the flute, I have always loved learning new music, meeting other musicians, and playing with other musicians. There isn't any experience quite like sitting in an orchestra or playing a solo recital. It is nerve-wracking, but more thrilling and inspiring.
If you weren't a musician what do you think you'd be doing instead?
If I were not a musician, I would probably be an event planner! I love to plan parties and I love bringing people together to celebrate happy times. Throughout my life, I have been organized, detail-oriented, and a perfectionist. All of these qualities are also great in a classical musician, but they would be equally helpful for someone who coordinates with vendors and venues. But again, music is what I really love to do, and I am fortunate to have had the support of my family to go after my dreams!
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