My Methodology

The number one pilar of my methodology is:

To set goals directly based on the songs and styles that the student wants to play.

That can be playing Flute pop/folk covers, jazz and improvisation, classical repertoire or school band pieces.

It can also be technical goals such as improving sound, faster fingers, better posture, or playing with a vibrato like a singer.

To help you achieve that in the shortest amount of time I have created 5 different learning modules. Which of them will learn different techniques through a special selection of methods and books that I personally organized. Whenever you conquer a Module will received a Certificate of achievement.

MODULE A - THE BEGINNER FLUTIST

On this Module the student will learn basic knowledge on how to:

 Hold the Flute steady 

 Breath in deeply

 Place the fingers correctly 

 Shape the lips for clear sound

 Play first basic Notes and Scales

 Learn to read Sheet Music

 Play easy, fun Songs 

MODULE B - THE INTERMEDIATE-BEGINNER FLUTIST

On this Module the student will learn basic intermediate knowledge on how to:

 Release tension when playing 

 Breath out steady and controlled 

 Move fingers lightly 

 Direct airstream more precisely  

 Play all Major and Minor scales 

 Explore new rhythm patterns 

 Play easy songs related ro the student’s  taste 

MODULE C - THE INTERMEDIATE FLUTIST

On this Module the student will learn intermediate knowledge on how to:

 Have a full body awareness 

 Play longer musical phrases

 Move fingers faster 

 Articulate notes and phrases

 Play all scales and arpeggios 

 Read more complex Music 

 Play intermediate songs related to the student’s repertoire

MODULE D - THE ADVANCED-INTERMEDIATE FLUTIST

On this Module the student will learn advanced intermediate knowledge on how to:

 Precisely balance playing techniques 

 Develop a strong playing Stamina

  Increase focus and concentration 

 Full control of intonation 

 Have a strong sense of pulse and rhythm

 Expand Repertorie range 

 Play advanced intermediate songs related to the student’s repertoire

MODULE E - THE ADVANCED FLUTIST

On this Module the student will learn advanced knowledge on how to:

Memorize entire exercises and pieces

Change the sound of the Flute timbre

Create  a catalog of sound colors and articulations 

Prepare for Performances on Stage

Explore different styles and musical languages 

Play advanced pieces related to the student’s repertoire.

Now let’s answer some questions you might have:

- Who do I teach?

Adults and Children from 6 to 96!

- How long have I been teaching for?

Over 25 years. Private Teaching is my MAIN CAREER as a professional.

- Which Instruments do I teach?

The Flute, the Piccolo Flute and the Recorder.

- Which Levels?

From very beginning, ZERO KNOWLEDGE, to intermediate-advanced players.

- For what purposes?

As a HOBBY, for SCHOOL BANDS, GRADING TESTS or for AUDITIONS for Music Schools and Orquestras.

- Which styles do I teach?

CLASSICAL, JAZZ, Latin, Funk or Pop.

- Which subjects are included in my lessons?

Music Theory, MUSIC READING, Music Harmony and IMPROVISATION.

- Where do I teach?

I am international Teacher, tutoring students from all over the world. 

All my lesson are online via FACETIME or GOOGLE MEETING. 

ALL LESSONS CAN BE RECORDED by the student and be rewatched as many time as they wish. 

- Why would you choose to have Flute Lessons online?

It’s SAFER, TIME SAVING, very CONVENIENT and COMFORTABLE.

- How do I teach? That is, what’s is my methodology?

My focus is entirely on specific SONGS AND STYLE THE STUDENT MAY WANT TO LEARN. It may be something he/she enjoys mostly or something she/he needs to learn for School Band for example.

The Student will have a PRACTICE LOG DOCUMENT where I’ll place information about what we talked and learnt in the lesson and what to practice during the week up to the next lesson.

The student will also have his own PRIVATE SHARED FOLDER where I’ll be placing all song’s sheet music and any extra material such as Scales, Study Method Books.

Last but not least, the students will have a PERSONAL PLANS AND GOALS DOCUMENT where will be writing the topics to be learnt and goals up to the next months.

Also, the student will have the right to receive a CERTIFICATE OF CONCLUSION FOR EACH YEAR OF NON-STOP LESSONS.And also a CERTIFICATE FOR EACH CONCLUDED METHOD, SONG BOOK.

I’ll be watching the student’s development very closely, giving ALL THE SUPPORT NEEDED for a steady and, most importantly, much fun learning.

- What can I teach my students?

Among uncountable topics I can teach my students, I’ll list 5 IMPORTANT PILLARS:

1. PROPER POSTURE: how to hold the Flute/Recorder in an easy but very stable manner keeping the body erect but relaxed. The bones hold the body up, not the muscles! So, relax and enjoy!

2. LONG LASTING BREATH: I’ll work on how filling up the body more deeply with air using abdominal, also know as, diaphragmatic breathing. But most importantly, the student will learn how to use it in a more efficient way, working on air direction, air intensity and also the shape of the mouth a.k.a. embouchure.

3. EASY GOING FINGERS: The finger must be light and near the keys/holes, relaxed and fluent!  Scales, effective exercises and visualizations will get us there. Trust me!

4. FAST AND EFFICIENT SHEET MUSIC READING: Music reading is all about thinking ahead! With progressive exercises, a good Study Method and my accompaniment (and the student’s practice!) anyone can be the master of Music reading with me!

5. MUSICALITY: How to develop technically in a Musical instrument but do not sound like a MIDI music reader from the 80’s? I’ll work very simple and beautiful melodic lines either from pieces or exercises, to inbuilt the habit of playing anything musically in the student, from scales to full concertos or improvisational section.