Lessons Jessica Sherer Flutist
I am currently accepting new students into my studio!  Any age is welcome; I teach flute at any level, and piano at the beginner and intermediate levels.  I have over ten years of teaching experience, both privately and as music school faculty, and am currently a teaching assistant at Florida State University.  I will tailor my teaching to your individual goals whether you're just starting out, training to become a professional, or revisiting the flute just for fun.  
 
My students have consistently earned superior ratings in festivals, won competition prizes, and earned positions in prominent youth orchestras.  All students have the opportunity to perform in our annual studio recital.  I offer a free hour-long trial lesson to all new students.  Please feel free to contact me to set up a lesson, or if you have any questions that I might be able to answer for you.
 
 
"Her intelligence and innate musicianship shine through in every piece... Her versatility and depth of understanding breathe life into music."
 
-Composer Eva Kendrick
WHAT TO EXPECT:
 
  1. •Dynamic, personalized teaching style using positive reinforcement
  2. •Focus on fundamentals, technique, and musicianship
  3. •Learn the mechanics and acoustic principals of the flute, and the way your body works to produce sound
  4. •Strong emphasis on music theory
  5. •Self-motivation and organized practice techniques
  6. •Learn standard and expanded flute repertoire
  7. •Practical advice, such as choosing and maintaining an instrument
 
 
RATES AND LOCATION:
 
1 hour weekly lessons are $30 each
1/2 hour weekly lessons are $20 each
 
Lessons take place at Florida State University.  Lessons at your location are available for an additional fee.
 
 
SCHOLARSHIP:
 
Each year, I offer lessons to one student at no cost.  These scholarship lessons are reserved for high school or middle school students with financial hardship who are planning to major in music in college.  Scholarship students may be required to do administrative work for up to 10 hours per academic year as “work study.”  Scholarship students are required to sign a Scholarship Agreement in addition to the regular Studio Policies.  Please email me for more information.
 
 
COACHING SESSIONS:
 
I have experience coaching marching band, concert band, and orchestra sections.  I am also available to coach chamber music and tutor music theory.  All coaching sessions are $25 per hour; rates are negotiable for schools with limited budgets.
 
 
STUDIO POLICIES:
 
You can view the 2008-2009 studio policies here:  Studio Policies 0809.pdf
 
 
 
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