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Adrienne - Flutist, Composer, Ressearcher, Interdisciplinary Artist
Adrienne B.

5.0 (104 ratings)

330 hours tutoring

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Hello and welcome!

I’ve worked widely across the arts, teaching from elementary through college levels. These roles reflect my ability to teach private flute, music theory, and ear training. Thank you for considering me to support your musical journey!

My educational approach:

I believe students thrive in spaces where they feel safe and welcome. I discourage “I can’t” and encourage “I will,” “I want,” or “I’ll try.” I hold myself accountable for my students’ understanding and...

Hello and welcome!

I’ve worked widely across the arts, teaching from elementary through college levels. These roles reflect my ability to teach private flute, music theory, and ear training. Thank you for considering me to support your musical journey!

My educational approach:

I believe students thrive in spaces where they feel safe and welcome. I discourage “I can’t” and encourage “I will,” “I want,” or “I’ll try.” I hold myself accountable for my students’ understanding and confidence in their musical, technical, and artistic choices. I consider it a success when students leave with a lifelong love of learning and a deeper appreciation for music’s role in their lives.

With a background in jazz, composition, arranging, flute with electronics, and contemporary chamber music, I offer diverse pathways for students to develop their artistry. Regardless of discipline, I prioritize a strong foundation in musical traditions and practices to help each student find their unique voice.

My experience:

I currently serve as Teaching Artist Faculty at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center’s Jazz for Teens Program, which has nurtured many accomplished alumni. There, I teach applied lessons, music theory, and coach both jazz combos and big bands. I’m proud to teach students at every level, modeling that all stages of learning are valuable and essential to growth.

I’m also proud of my work in higher education. By the end of my first university teaching role, my students had advanced by four grade levels in applied proficiency, based on the National Flute Association’s Guide for Teachers. I bring a student-centered, holistic approach to private music education.

Looking forward to working with you!

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Education

Ithaca College
Flute Perofmrance
Longy School of Music
Masters
Rutgers University - Mason Gross School of the Arts
PhD

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $90
  • Rate details: If 3 or more lessons are scheduled in advance, pricing is available at a discounted rate.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 12/16/2014

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Approved Subjects

Composition (Music)

Composition (Music)

I am a composer with several works I have written, commissioned from others, and premiered. I have written for various instrumentations had professional recordings made of my work. I can teach composition and orchestration for both wind and stringed instruments.
Ear Training

Ear Training

I am currently certified with a Preliminary License in the state of Massachusetts to teach General Music. In addition to this licensure, I have taught Ear Training and music appreciation in a classroom and private teaching setting in addition to having passed the Praxis Exams in Music and General Ed required to be certified in Massachusetts and Pennsylvania.
Flute

Flute

I have taught Privately for 7 years. I stated teaching during my undergrad in Delaware under Joan Sparks in her flute studio, The Flute Studio, in Wilmington, Delaware. I was a private teacher as well as accompanist and coach. I have experience working with beginners as well as the the more experienced. My job as your private instructor is to bridge all the possible avenues of understanding into a polished and knowledgeable player. This will allow for a flexibility in interpretation and style. My general goal for all of my students is for them to have a basic understanding of the skills I teach to be able to apply them in multiple musical situations. To achieve this goal, I offer lessons that encompasses sight reading skills, good sound and tone production, intonation, rhythm, and practice skills for purposes of retention. Beyond this, the student can work with me to decide what their goals are. I teach all ages 7 and older and all levels. I accept all kinds of learners and believe in communication between the parent, student, and teacher to best adapt my teaching method to best suit the learning style and needs of the student. I also teach adults, because it is never too late to learn to play!
Music Theory

Music Theory

I have preliminary certification in Music Education, given by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Piano

Piano

In my undergraduate studies I earned a dual degree in Jazz Studies on Piano in addition to Flute Performance, where classical requirements must be met on both instruments to qualify for a degree. I am currently certified with a Preliminary License in the state of Massachusetts to teach General Music.
Writing

Writing

Evidence in my writing can be found in my research offering, approved by my doctoral committee, titled "That Which Does Not Speak: Recognizing Inherited Sonic Signifiers of Grief In Style Incantatoire". I'm happy to share a copy with anyone who is curious about this subject!

Examples of Expertise

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Kind and encouraging

My daughter really looks forward to her flute lessons with Adrienne, and in just a few sessions I can see a real improvement in her playing! Adrienne is a very conscientious teacher who is methodical and organized. She is firm but kind and encouraging at the same time, which is a great balance. I'm really glad we found her!!

Ansley, 48 lessons with Adrienne

Praxis : Music Content Knowledge Exam

Adrienne was such a big help in getting me to pass the Music Praxis Exam, which I needed to get my certification in NJ. She understood the pressure that was on me and still had patience to go over anything that I was unsure with. Me being a vocalist, I struggled with transpositions and fingerings of all the different brass and woodwind instruments that were on the exam. She also helped improve my conducting skills and ear training with chord progressions, as well as Music theory with modes. I would highly recommend her as a tutor to anyone that is in need of help or is struggling to pass this exam. She would even be helpful for tutoring in music theory as well as ear training.

Anna, 5 lessons with Adrienne

Did tutoring online and it was great. Adrienne is a very good communicator.

Was very helpful reviewing homework and preparing for a test. She takes the extra time to review course material prior to the tutoring session.

Bonnie, 5 lessons with Adrienne

Wonderful Instructor!

Adrienne has been providing flute and piano lessons to our kids. She is an excellent teacher who is patient and makes the lessons enjoyable for the kids. She is very responsive and punctual and has been wonderful to work with.

Sonu , 37 lessons with Adrienne

Awesome Flute Class

My teacher Adrienne is very nice. When she teaches me, it is always in a fun way to learn. I have gotten much better at reading flute music in such a short time. I really liked learning with Adrienne.

Yongli, 67 lessons with Adrienne
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