Mark S
Instruments: Flute
Styles: Classical
Mark S
Instruments: Flute
Styles:
Classical
Where I Teach:
My Studio
Ages Taught: 8-80
ABOUT
Degrees / Training / Special Info:
University of Kentucky, Bachelor of arts in music (flute)
Awards:
2001-Wind Ensemble award (UofK)
1998-2003-Full tuition scholarship (UofK)
Overview:
I have been in love with the flute for over 20 years. I studied flute performance at the University of Kentucky under Gordon Cole. I have taught numerous school age children but welcome adult students as well. I have done free lance work with the Lexington Ballet Theatre Orchestra as well as other professional gigs. I currently perform regualarly at New Testament Christian Church.
EXPERIENCE
I began teaching the flute while at the University of Kentucky as an assistant to my professor Gordon Cole in his flute methods class to music educators. Since then, I have been teaching private lessons to middle and high school students. I do welcome beginners as well as adult students. I believe that teaching students how to practice is essential to their success. After reading numerous books and treatises on the art of practicing and the art of the flute, I feel I have an educated and practical approach to learning the flute. Above all else, I find the journey that one goes through in achieving in the realm of flute playing must be one that is led by the love of music. I do love music.
METHODS USED
I use the standard teaching methods for flute such as the Taffanel and Gaubert "Daily exercises for flute." I am also very serious about using the Moyse technique and sound books such as "Tone delevopment through interpretation." I believe these method books are essential in playing the flute.
LESSON STYLE
Because music and the flute is a constant art of improving, I find it beneficial to record students so they can hear themselves as others do. Having recordings of a student also allows them to remember where they started and where they have grown to. I find that positive reinforcement of all elements of flute playing are essential. Very importantly, I encourage students to experiment with their flute in practice and in making music.
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