LESSONS, COACHINGS,
STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS
The success of any musician comes from having solid, attainable goals, and a comprehensive roadmap of how to achieve them. Regular private lessons can help navigate and integrate these things and make oboe-ing, as well as the general enjoyment of music much more worthwhile and applicable to one's daily life. Overall, I believe that encouragement, kindness, and solid instruction shape a well-rounded musician. See below for details and a list of recent student achievements. Lessons and coachings are offered in both in-person and online settings (Zoom, Skype, FaceTime).
Prospective Students & Parents: All students interested in joining the studio are required to complete an audition/trial lesson. Please contact me for current rates, policies, and scheduling.
STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS
Students from the studio have recently earned positions and top ratings in many areas of music, including:
Oboe Studio Admission: University of Michigan, Grand Valley State University, Central Michigan University, Western Michigan University, University of Michigan-Flint
DSO CYE Symphony Orchestra & Symphonic Band
DMYS Symphony & Concert Orchestras
OYO Symphony & Concert Orchestras
UM Michigan Youth Ensembles
Flint Youth Symphony & Wind Ensemble
Michigan Philharmonic Youth Ensembles
Mid-Michigan Youth Symphony
2020 MSBOA All State Orchestra & Band Oboe Sections
2020 Ann Arbor Sym. Young Artist Competition Finalist
2019 OYO Concerto Competition Winner
2019 MYAF Outstanding Soloist Nominations (4 out of 7)
First Division Ratings at MSBOA District & State Level Solo & Ensemble Festival
Participants in UWEC Online Double Reed Camp, CMU Double Reed Day, Reedmaking Camp, UMKC Double Reed Institute
PRIVATE LESSONS
Lessons are individual and tailored to each student's specific needs and goals. They are held weekly at the time/place that works best for both parties and are available in half hour, 45 min., and hour lengths. The main areas of focus include, but aren't limited to fundamentals/technique, etudes, repertoire, reeds, efficient/effective practice, ensemble preparedness, theory, history, etc. All students will be encouraged to familiarize themselves with the top players in our field, both domestic and international.
Below are some examples of weekly lesson assignments of varying levels:
Advanced:
Fundamentals, Scales & Arpeggios
Technical Etudes
Melodic Etudes
Repertoire
Reedmaking
Orchestral Excerpt(s) (as applicable)
Ensemble Music (as needed)
Beginner:
Fundamentals, Scales & Arpeggios
Etudes/Method Book Assignments
Repertoire
Ensemble Music (as needed)
CHAMBER COACHING
For many students, the annual Solo & Ensemble Festival is one of the biggest events of their musical year. While solos will usually receive ample instruction and feedback, the preparation of small (or large) chamber works sometimes lacks in this area. To help make these experiences just as confident, fun, and thrilling as their solo counterparts, I offer instruction and guidance to woodwind ensembles looking to perform in any setting. As an experienced chamber musician, I am happy to help your ensemble reach its full potential!
SECTIONAL COACHING
These sessions are individually tailored and flexible to each program's specific needs and goals. The main areas of focus include, but aren't limited to: ensemble playing/preparedness, fundamentals/technique, reeds, efficient/effective practice, etc.