Flute Lesson's with Barbara

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Introduction: I'm a Juilliard trained (BM, MM) flutist, educator and entrepreneur. Currently I perform over 100 concerts a year nationally as a recitalist in schools and performing arts centers and with The Green Golly Project. I am dedicated to bringing classical music and music theater to children and adults through my interdisciplinary performances. In addition I have over 25 years of experience teaching at all levels with considerable results. Whether studying with me privately, or in a college or conservatory young students of mine have joined and done well in youth orchestra's and bands both in NYC with the Inter-School orchestra's and All City Band and Orchestra and in the suburbs with high scores from NYSSMA and first chair positions with All County band and orchestra and NY All State. Some have gone on to major conservatories including Juilliard, New England Conservatory, Yale graduate school and more. My college students have done very well joining symphony orchestra's including the Phoenix Symphony, Tuscon Symphony, Chicago Civic Symphony, Shenshzen Symphony and Louisville Symphony, among others. I've recently given lectures and master classes at Juilliard, University of Indiana, College of St Rose, China Conservatory and at flute festivals throughout the US. I'm passionate about teaching and love working with students of all ages and levels. My approach is tailored to the needs of the student at whatever level, beginner to professional. And I am available for SKYPE lessons as well. I love the process of teaching and watching the student have that learning break through where they connect to the music and the sounds that they are making. That moment when they know that they will be able to play the flute!! Reviews:

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Richard C.

Jun 14, 2016

Barbara is a truly great flute player. One outstanding point is that when I had a lesson, she played a lot herself, for the sake of demonstrating what she wanted me to do. Hearing her and getting her sound in my ear and then playing myself, with her to put me on track, was an invaluable experience. She is very much oriented to the basics, which for me, involved breathing and blowing, and new (to me) approaches to breath control and how the breath goes from the player, through the flute. This was an eye opening experience, and very helpful. Also, Barbara is on such a high level of flute playing, and making music, that her playing seems effortless, regardless of the technical demands, and the music just soars out! To hear this and see her in person, and realize that it can sound like that is also an invaluable experience. Overall, a great teacher and person.

Maribel A.

Oct 2, 2015

I've taken flute lessons with Barbara over the last 2.5 years and she's the best teacher I've had. She makes the lessons fun, informative, and encouraging. My flute playing has definitely improved since I started with her. I highly recommend taking lessons from Barbara!

Carl P.

Oct 3, 2015

I took my first lesson with Barbara, over Skype, a couple of days after my flute arrived. She took me gently through my first notes - teaching and adjusting how I played. Barbara seems to have a knack of carefully adding just the right material each lesson to build what seems like a solid foundation. I'm enjoying playing fun tunes and also improvising my own. A great start from a teacher who knows exactly how to teach flute.

Eva T.

May 17, 2016

My daughter started lessons with Barbara when she was 7 years old. It's been about 18 months now and she still loves playing the flute. Somehow Barbara mixes up the lessons with true classical study and fun musical playing so that my daughter never get's bored and is always having fun. I hear from other parents how their kids' music lessons are all about scales and memorization but my daughter's lessons are always more interesting. Barbara is very patient, always challenging, and tailors the lessons to my daughter's interests. Barbara is sweet and friendly and my daughter looks forward to seeing her every week.

Sally C.

May 28, 2016

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Barbara is a stellar teacher. In just a few lessons, my playing (and confidence) have improved. She has a wonderful ability to identify each student's learning needs, zoom in, and go from there. Give her a try. You won't be sorry.

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
We start with a two lesson trial period of $70 an hour after which we will switch to a billing cycle for simplicity. Pricing for K-12 students: Pay by the month for 4 lessons, unless I’m notified at the beginning of the month Make-ups- one per month Cancellation policy- 24 hours unless emergency sickness! For Adults- Pay for a series: 8 lessons over 4 months, pay for the series and get 10% off! If you need to cancel you have 3 months to make it up and you can reschedule up to 3 lessons. Cancellation policy: 24 hours except for emergencies.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I help adult amateur flutists reconnect to flute, to music, and to physical health through lessons that support them physically and spiritually. Whether you last played in HS or began later in life, I help you become a better flutist and musician and to connect you spiritually to the music and your musical voice, by helping you express yourself through the flute. Lessons are usually 1 hour weekly and are specifically crafted to your technical and musical needs. Through breathing exercises, study of the technical aspects of flute and deep learning of the music you will connect to music in a new way and will deepen your understanding and ability to express yourself through music. We will study standard repertoire of many styles and also work on your own original melodies that will arise through your heart (spirit).
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a BM and MM from The Juilliard School. I've been teaching for many years.

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