What is a metronome? And why should I use one? If those are the first questions to cross your mind on seeing this post, you DEFINITELY...

One of the most challenging aspects of working as a freelance musician and teacher is that you'll often be on your own - whether it's...

Hurray! You've got your first real flute! Congratulations! Are you now wondering how to set the instrument up? Read on! The Jupiter...

I've been thinking lately (with all the extra time we've had for thinking!) about what makes my Studio so truly itself. What magical...

Looking for help getting your first flute sounds? Not sure how to set up your embouchure? Check out the latest First Flutes video!...

You've decided to start playing flute? Yay! You are going to have SO MUCH FUN. The first thing you need to do is find a flute. If you...

What to expect at your first flute lesson. Things are a bit up in the air this year in terms of what's happening this fall with music class

One of the best decisions I ever made was to start opening up my studio to younger kids. When I first started teaching, most of my...

Are you a classical player who really loves Irish traditional music? Here are a few pointers to get started on the right foot! 1. It's...

Have a flutist or piccolist* in your life? Need to find them a gift and have no idea where to start? Here's a list to help!...

Some days are bad. Downright awful. You pick up your flute and it sounds like crap. And you think, how could I have sounded SO GOOD...

There are so many things flying at us at any given moment and we are used to juggling multiple things at once as we go through our day....

It's a new year and lots of students are starting band and orchestra for the first time. Everything new and shiny and so exciting! Some...

Flashnote Derby is one of my favourite apps to use with my students. It's a note-learning app that seems to have taken everything a...

Looking for a place to play outside of your school band for 2019/20? Check out these ensembles! Feisty Flutes Auditions: none Age: 8 +...

I have a thriving group of adult beginners in my studio, and I love working with them. I love hearing about their victories from the...

You love music, you're bringing your kids to their lessons every week, but you're a bit lost when it comes to helping them explore...

Looking for ways to help your young one practice music? Print out these practice medallions on card stock or heavy paper and pick 4...

I've been looking for a good way to get tiny kids involved in flute playing at a cost that doesn't scare off parents who aren't...

Are you learning a new tune? Want to know how to figure out what key/mode it's in? Here's a handy guide to help out. Step 1: Match up...