Michelle truly loves teaching. She enjoy helping students experience and appreciate the joy of music.
Private Lessons
Lessons are available for all levels, beginner through advanced. Lessons emphasize the following:
- Position
- Technique
- Scales
- Rhythm
- Tone Quality
- Intonation
- Dynamics
- Phrasing
- Music Theory
- Etudes
- Solo & Chamber Repertoire
- Audition Preparation
Clinics & Workshops
Clinics are available for schools and ensembles. Topics may be selected from the list below or can be customized to address your specific program goals.
- Improving Tone Quality
- Developing Good Technique
- Clear Articulation
- Listening & Intonation
- Blending in an Ensemble
- Effective Practice Strategies
- Audition Preparation
- Tackling Performance Anxiety
Sectional Coaching
Michelle offers sectional coaching to develop skills and repertoire that support the needs of your students and program. Coaching may include all areas of skill development and repertoire practice.
Ensemble Mentoring
Michelle is available to sit in with your flute section during rehearsals and support students with program repertoire. She will model correct technique, articulation, rhythm, phrasing, blending, and dynamics as well as provide informational support in these areas to help students in their ensemble performance goals.
For details on rates, schedule, and policies, please contact me directly »
FAQ
How does Michelle set the lesson plan?
During our first lesson, I will conduct a skill assessment to determine current experience level and areas to work on. We will also discuss personal goals. I will suggest study books and other repertoire based on those criteria.
Can Michelle teach two or more students in one lesson?
It depends, but generally no. Even students that are at the same general skill level will have different areas of focus, and I tailor my lesson plans to those focus areas. However, exceptions can be made if students need to work on a group piece or are preparing for the same audition, for example, as well as other potential scenarios. Please contact me for more information on these special circumstances.