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Worldwide Online Lessons & Seattle Metro Hybrid Packages
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Welcome to My Studio!
I’m Ayça Çetin, flutist and Assistant Professor of Flute at the University of Idaho. I’m passionate about sharing music through both performance and teaching, and I’ve had the joy of working with students from around the world at all levels — from beginners to aspiring professionals.
My performance career has included solo and chamber music across the U.S. and internationally, orchestral work, participation in esteemed music festivals, and collaborations with a wide range of composers and performers. I served as the Principal Flutist of the Panama City Symphony Orchestra for five years and am a sponsored artist with Miyazawa Flutes.
As a teacher with a doctoral degree in music and years of experience across varied levels and goals, I focus on practice efficiency, musicality, and injury prevention. My teaching style is flexible, holistic, and student-centered — designed to support your individual goals, musical growth, and personal expression.
Whether you're preparing for a band audition, conservatory or grad school, want to improve your playing, or are just starting out on flute, I’d love to help you on your musical journey.
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22 years in business
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2022
2021
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Musical styles
Classical
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I travel to my customers
I work remotely (phone or internet)
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Monea M.
1 month ago
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Professor Ayca is an amazing teacher!! She is very detailed in her lessons and extremely patient as an instructor. Just within two lessons i'm already making very noticeable progress and improvements. She is very organized and supportive! For anyone just starting the Flute or looking for more in depth guidance or their journey, I highly recommend!!
Details: 18 - 25 years old • No formal training • No, the student cannot read music • Classical • Yes, the student has an instrument • 60 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet)
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Brittany J.
Aug 29, 2026
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Dr. Cetin is warm, responsive and professional. My daughter really enjoyed her first trial flutelesson. We look forward to our future lessons with her!
Details: 10 - 13 years old • No formal training • Yes, the student can read music • Classical • Yes, the student has an instrument • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location • Remotely (phone or internet)
Dr. Cetin Flute Studio's reply
Thank you so much, Brittany! I am so happy to work with your daughter!
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Melike d.
Aug 25, 2026
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My 11-year-old daughter has been taking flutelessons with Dr. Cetin for a year now. We previously took in-person lessons with another teacher, but we felt that her progress was much too slow. After switching to Dr. Cetin, we truly realized what a right decision we made—even though lessons are now online, the progress she has made has been incredible and her enthusiasm and interest in the flute have multiplied tenfold.
Dr. Cetin is the perfect balance of deeply compassionate and wonderfully disciplined. Without you even realizing it, she wins a student's trust through genuine warmth and naturally inspires them to practice with dedication and joy. At the end of every lesson, she sends recordings of the pieces they played, expectations for the next lesson, points that need correction, and highlights of her progress. Whenever my daughter needs extra help with her school band pieces etc., Dr. Cetin is always there to support her, making her feel completely safe and confident. Distance is no barrier at all when a teacher is this dedicated. We are so grateful to have found her:) Absolute highest recommendation!
Details: 10 - 13 years old • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Yes, the student can read music • Classical • Yes, the student has an instrument • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)
Dr. Cetin Flute Studio's reply
Thank you so much, Melike! Your daughter has been an absolute joy to work with!
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Jolene H.
Aug 13, 2026
Ayca is the best music instructor we have ever had. My 10-year old daughter is playing flute very well and she loves it. After just over a year of lessons she is confident, proud, and committed to practicing. She will likely continue to play well into her future. I cannot recommend Ayca enough.
Dr. Cetin Flute Studio's reply
Thank you so much, Jolene! It has been such a pleasure to work with your daughter <3
Ria y.
Aug 23, 2026
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She definitely knows how to teach flute. She is amazing teacher.
Details: 10 - 13 years old • No formal training • Yes, the student can read music • Classical • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location • Remotely (phone or internet)
Dr. Cetin Flute Studio's reply
Thank you so much, Ria!
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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Each time I receive a referral I offer a free lesson credit for your next month.
Free trial lessons are limited to 20 minutes in length due to high demand at this time.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Doctor of Music, Florida State University
Graduate Performance Diploma, Boston Conservatory
Master of Music, Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Music, MSFAU State Conservatory
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
Please check your teacher's website, educational and professional background. You can find teachers with the same prices and completely different levels of knowledge and experience.
