Vicki Nurre, Piano and flute lessons

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Introduction: Welcome to my page! I'm so glad you are thinking about flute or piano lessons! About me: I've been teaching piano and flute for about 50 years, beginner through advanced, including at the University of Kansas. I have a BM in music composition (minors in flute and piano) and a MM in flute performance. In addition to teaching, I am an accompanist/assistant conductor for the award winning Columbia Choirs of Metropolitan Seattle. My book, "Artistic Accompanying" is available at Amazon. My many years in music have afforded me as many opportunities, from performing in chamber music ensembles, orchestras, bands, and in competitions. Piano lessons focus on learning to play in the classical style, sight-reading, theory, and ear training. Repertoire is primarily classical. Flute instruction focuses on creating a beautiful tone, supple technique, sight-reading, theory, and ear training. Repertoire is primarily classical. I often work with students, however, to help prepare them for their solo/ensemble pieces for school, as well as auditions. For both piano and flute instruction, I use many materials from the Royal Conservatory of Music (Canada), and encourage students to be involved with the graded assessments that they offer. You can find out more about the Royal Conservatory program by googling "The Royal Conservatory." Most instruction right now is virtual, but I am doing a few lessons in person, depending on the circumstance.

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Hired 7 times

Serves Wapato, WA

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55 years in business

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Emily w.

Feb 28, 2023

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Vicky is a great and experienced piano teacher . She has solid teaching skills and knows how to teach piano theory well . Would highly rec .

Details: 10 - 13 years old • Yes, the student can read music • 4+ yrs of formal training • Classical • Yes, the student has a piano • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

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Kelin W.

Jan 30, 2021

My daughter took flute and piccolo lessons from Vicki for many years. Her instruction allowed my daughter to succeed all throughout her middle and high school years. During this time she excelled in music competitions and performed as a member of the orchestra pit for many school musicals. Her talent, mentored by Vicki, led to her a leadership position in high school marching band and prepared her for college. She is currently studying at the University of Washington where she is a 3rd year member of the Husky Marching Band.

Lisa H.

Jan 27, 2021

Awesome teacher, fair pricing and easy to communicate with! My daughter enjoyed her private flute lessons with Vicki and her playing definitely improved each week. I highly recommend Vicki!

Kirk H.

Jan 26, 2021

Vicki is a remarkably patient and enthusiastic teacher, I was in my early 50’s when I started taking flute lessons with Vicki. Her cheerful and friendly manner made learning the flute such a pleasure. It is rare to find such a mix of experience and enthusiasm in a teacher. I highly recommend her to any new student, of any age. Kirk Hansen, Everett, WA

Michelle O.

Mar 22, 2022

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Vicki was no nonsense ,yet she was very patient and kind and supportive.she was a great choice for my seven year old grandson.

Details: 6 - 9 years old • No, the student cannot read music • No formal training • Classical • Yes, the student has a piano • 30 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet)

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
There are discounts for siblings, as well as when lessons for an entire session are paid in advance (September-December or January-May/June). Please note that pricing is the same for both piano and flute lessons, and that 30 minute, 45 minute, and 60 minute lessons are available on both piano and flute. Students may pay per lesson. Payment must be made in advance of the lesson. 1 hour lesson: $58 45 minute lesson: $48 30 minute lesson: $38 For more information, please contact me.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
The first step is to actually talk with you, usually through a phone appointment. If the student has already had private lessons, the first "lesson" is an opportunity for the student to show me how they play, and what they know. This is, effectively, a free lesson. If the student has not had lessons before, we just meet at the first lesson, and go from there. With flute students, I use predominantly the Rubank methods, as well as the Royal Conservatory materials. In piano, I also use materials from the Royal Conservatory. I encourage students to take part in the Royal Conservatory assessments. You can learn more about this program at the web site for The Royal Conservatory.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
MM in Flute Performance, and BM in Music Composition with minors in piano and flute, both from the University of Kansas. Special studies with Ransom Wilson (french technique), Betty Bang Mather (Baroque studies) and Roger Mather, and Jean-Pierre Rampal in flute. Special studies at the Aspen Music Festival with Michael Czajkowski in composition. Special studies with Robert Steinbauer in piano. I have been teaching either piano or flute since I was 15, and taught flute for two years at the University of Kansas. Besides maintaining a private studio, I have worked since 1992 with children's choirs, including the highly acclaimed Indianapolis Children's Choir (accompanist) and the award-winning Columbia Choirs of Metropolitan Seattle (accompanist and assistant conductor). I have also taught high school band (Indianapolis, IN.) My book, Artistic Accompanying is available at Amazon.