Flute Lessons Midwest

Instruments: Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet

Consistent practice is more important than lengthy practice. While the results of your practice will increase with the time put in, practicing for even 5 minutes a day is better than skipping a day of practice. Practicing on just the mouthpiece is some of the most meaningful activities we do and this can be accomplished in under 5 minutes a day. More advanced students are expected to put in more time. On average, students should plan on practicing: Beginner: 1 1.5 hours/week (15 20 minutes/day) Intermediate: 1.5 2.5 hours/week (20 30 minutes/day) Advanced: 3 5 hours/week (45 60 minutes/day) Read More

Instruments: Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet

I believe in fundamental/conceptual and competency-based teaching. These fundaments, or "basics" can be taught through any methodology. Because I have experience teaching with many different types of method books, I will generally teach out of the method books that are the top preference of the band program in which the student is enrolled. Beyond the curriculum preferred by the band program in which the student is enrolled, I will determine which solos and/or methods are appropriate for each individual student based on their level of performance, the needs of the student, and the interests of the student. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Flute, Piccolo

My teaching experience goes back to when I was a sophomore in high school and I started to teach piano lessons after school to kids that ranged from the age of 5-13. In these lessons we would cover fundamentals, warm-ups, theory, classic literature, etudes, and any fun songs that they wanted! I always encouraged my students to practice and if they wanted to learn a video game song or pop chart we would focus on that. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Recorder, Music

I have been teaching woodwind music lessons since I was a music education student at Simpson College starting in 2010. I graduated in 2015 with a bachelor's in music education and I am currently a full time band teacher. This is my 6th year teaching band and I am currently the 5-12 band director for North Linn Community Schools. I regularly instruct large group rehearsals and lessons for my job. I love starting beginner musicians and seeing the progress they make in such a short amount of time. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Recorder, Piccolo, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I have successfully incorporated any and all of the major teaching systems. If your desire is to check off the boxes and progress through a method I am very familiar with assisting students to reach these goals. I will craft your lessons to suit each person. I match learning style and musical style. I love to teach practical music theory, song writing and reading music. I can set up performance opportunities should student desire. Read More