Erin Irvine- Bassoon Lessons

Introduction: Take bassoon lessons from a pro. Private bassoon lessons are offered at a central location in San Francisco, and at the University of California Santa Cruz. Erin Irvine is the current bassoon professor at UC Santa Cruz and is accepting additional local private students who are pursuing musical excellence. She provides instruction with a positive personalized touch that helps students master classical techniques and musicality. She has an innate ability to communicate and motivate all levels of students and to make the lessons an enjoyable and rewarding experience. Ms. Irvine received a Bachelor of Arts from UC Los Angeles and a Master's of Music from Rice University, both in Bassoon Performance. She also recently co-founded a new contemporary duo The Harpoons. The Harpoons recently recorded their first album "Christmas Songs" and is quickly gaining popularity in the Bay Area. They are currently planning a summer tour in August 2015 throughout California. For audio samples please visit their website Ms. Irvine enjoys teaching students of all ages and background. She is currently a coach of the Napa Valley Youth Orchestra. One of her students recently won a position with the San Francisco Opera.. Ms. Irvine caters her lesson plans to the needs of the individual student, whether that be a career in music or just an enjoyable hobby. She makes her own reeds and they are available for a discount to her students.