Flute Lessons
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The core of my teaching is based on the foundations of classical music. Beginning with developing a keen ear, I work with students on a beautiful tone and solid technique. As students improve, we work on the 'tools of musicality' and expressing ourselves.
Student achievements: Private lesson students won 50% of State ensemble spots available to them while only constituting approximately 3% of those who auditioned; 10 students made Area; 4 students made Region Orchestra; many more made Region Band; 1 student went on to study music at the college level, and many more had a lot of fun learning and playing!
Lessons take place in my home Studio on Mt Tabor in Portland, OR, or online. Please click here to contact me about lessons.
Master Class
Weekly master classes are a supplement to private lessons. Students explore common themes and patterns within the music, practice performing for each other, and gain confidence to reach their goals.
Flute Choir
This is an ensemble created for advanced high school flutists looking for camaraderie while improving their skills as flutists and ensemble players. Repertoire is chosen from standard and original flute choir music as well as transcriptions from all periods and styles of music.
Westlake High School Flute Choir Directed by Alison Baker