Casey | Teacher #975
About Casey
Casey is a flute, piccolo, and recorder teacher, providing online lessons to a diverse age group ranging from 6 years to adults. Her teaching strategy integrates advanced pedagogical methods with an emphasis on enjoyment and personal growth in music. Holding advanced degrees, including a Master of Music from McGill University and various diplomas from prestigious institutions, Casey brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise. She is fluent in English and delivers her lessons in a structured yet engaging manner. With notable accolades in orchestral and solo settings, she offers a rich learning experience online. Book an interview with Casey today for a comprehensive and inspiring musical journey.
Flute Piccolo Recorder Ear Training Music History Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Music Appreciation RCM
Online Lessons
Classical Latin Baroque
English
Teaching Philosophy
Learning music should always be fun. To learn the flute takes lots of time, patience, and hard work, but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy every minute of it. My lessons take the discipline and structure built on a strong history of conservatory training and combine it with a fun, positive attitude. I take my students through the standard course of repertoire, based on the Paris Conservatoire model. Students are introduced to a wide variety of genres, composers, and styles, all with a firm grasp of technique. I do more than just teach you how to play an instrument and to read music - important life skills are learned through music, including patience, dedication, time management, and the real meaning of hard work. My goal is to make you the best musician you can be, and pass on my love and passion for the flute.
Musical Education
McGill University: Master of Music in Flute Performance (2014) Université de Montréal: Diplôme d'études secondaires supérieures (2013) The Glenn Gould School of the Royal Conservatory of Music: Artist Diploma (2012) and Performance Diploma/Bachelor of Music (2010) Principal teachers: Timothy Hutchins (Montreal Symphony), Denis Bluteau (Montreal Symphony), Kathleen Rudolph (formerly both CBC Vancouver, Vancouver Symphony)
Awards and Distinctions
Principal flute of the Guelph Symphony Orchestra Substitute flute/piccolo with various orchestras, including the Montreal Symphony and Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony Formerly piccolo/3rd flute in the Stratford Symphony Orchestra, principal flute in l'Orchestre Symphonique de l'Agora, principal flute in the McGill Symphony, piccolo in l'Orchestre Point d'Arret, flute/piccolo in the Royal Conservator Orchestra Finalist or semi-finalist in several professional orchestral auditions 3-time winner of the McGill Symphony Orchestra audition Scholarship student at McGill University, University of Montreal, The Glenn Gould School, The Banff Centre
Special Skills and Trainings
My background as a trained performer gives me real-world experience to give to students, whether they are preparing recitals, auditions, or exams. I am equally comfortable on piccolo, alto, and bass flute, and have years of orchestral experience as well as chamber music and solo. I teach and regularly perform works from the Baroque period to the present, by composers all around the world, with a particular interest in works by Canadian composers.
Lessons on an online platform
Casey can provide online instruction. While other platforms are possible BAH strongly recommends the use of the Zoom video conferencing platform as it is optimized for music lessons and audio quality.Reviews
Associate Teacher Lesson Rates:
Casey is a Beethoven at Home Associate Teacher
- 30 minutes: $39
- 45 minutes: $49
- 60 minutes: $59
Home visit fee: $15 minimum fee. Teachers may negotiate a higher travel fee if the travel distance is longer than they are comfortable with. Most arrangements use the minimum fee.
One-Time Family Registration: $25. This covers your entire family for life - once you're in, everyone can take lessons!
Our Promise to You
Getting Started Together
We don't offer free trials, but we do something better - a relaxed 2-lesson getting-to-know-you period. You can pause anytime with just 24 hours notice. After your third lesson, we ask for a friendly 2-lesson heads up if you need to stop.
Life Happens - We Get It
Give us 24 hours notice for any cancellation or reschedule and you'll receive full credit. Planning a family vacation or summer break? Perfect - just let us know a day ahead and we'll pause your lessons.
When You're Under the Weather
If illness strikes with short notice (less than 24 hours), you'll still be charged since your teacher has reserved that time. However, most teachers are happy to offer makeup lessons when possible - they have the final say, especially if last-minute cancellations become a pattern.
Stopping Lessons
Need to take a break? We just ask for a 2-lesson notice:
Weekly lessons = 2 weeks notice
Every other week = 3 weeks notice
Twice weekly = 1 week notice
Summer breaks are different - no notice period needed when you return in the fall!
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