Music

Offering in-person or virtual music lessons on flute, piano, clarinet, and saxophone.

Music is probably the only real magic I have encountered in my life. There’s not some trick involved with it. It’s pure and it’s real. It moves, it heals, it communicates and does all these incredible things.

– Tom Petty

What I offer is so much more than just music lessons.

I have spent more than 20 years helping students of all ages fulfill their musical potential. I aspire to spark a life-long love of music, learning, and curiosity in my students, and to inspire students the way that my teachers and mentors inspired me. Here is just a taste of what makes my studio different:

  • Fundamental Skill Building – Students learn the language of music, including counting, tone production, phrasing, and technique.
  • Holistic Skill Building – Students engage in creative problem solving by learning how to approach musical challenges.
  • Confidence Development – Students develop confidence in their musical ability and learn to celebrate progress.
  • Supportive Mentorship – With over 20 years of teaching experience, I create an individualized, safe learning space for each student, rooted in encouragement, structure, and individual guidance, that extends beyond the instrument.

Achievement

I attempt an arduous task; but there is no worth in that which is not a difficult achievement.

– Ovid

Participation in Fine and Performing Arts is an opportunity for students to grow. Music offers students an opportunity to express themselves artistically, but also have an opportunity to learn perseverance, determination, and discipline.

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Education

Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.

– Nelson Mandela

From my home, I offer private lessons for flute, clarinet, piano, and saxophone students, as well as music theory tutoring. I welcome students of all ages and skill levels.

Contact

To me there is no picture so beautiful as smiling, bright-eyed, happy children; no music so sweet as their clear and ringing laughter.

– P. T. Barnum

Please contact me at hry.donna@gmail.com.