Hello

I founded Lyricraft Flute Studio 25 years ago, and continue to service students in Poway, Del Sur, Rancho Bernardo, Escondido, San Marcos and Valley Center.
 

Training...​

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• Studied with William Hebert (Cleveland Symphony), Claude Monteaux, Sarah Tuck

• Participated in masterclasses by Thomas Robertello, Nestor Torres and Keith Underwood

• Studied music at Ohio State University

• Completed 3 years of Suzuki International Flute School certification

• Earned Kodaly Method certification

• Will complete Transformational Teacher certification in 2024

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Accomplishments...​

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• Homeschooled my three children for 3 years

• Developed Music Together North County, a business that held music classes for babies through toddles and their parents

• Performed with the LaJolla Symphony as well as numerous local ensembles

• As a founding teacher in San Diego of Canada's Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) certificate program, during the last 13 years I have prepared 75 students for their rigourous practical exams - 80% of whom received first class honors or first class honors with distinction scores

• I am nearing the completion of certification in the "Centering the Body" injury-prevention curriculum, which teaches students to move in accordance with the true anatomical design of the body to prevent injury and enhance facility and artistry. Additionally, I am trained in integrating student health and emotional safety as foundational elements of flute instruction in order to provide students with the skills they need for successful, lifelong careers of their choice.

• Designer and maker of Lyricraft flute stands and accessories as a successful wholesale and retail business

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Associations...​

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• Past long time board member of the San Diego Flute Guild, organizing many of their concerts and programs. 

• The National Flute Association

• Carnegie Hall Royal Conservatory

• Kodaly and Suzuki Associations​​​