Ann A., Flute Teacher, NYC
(212) 537-6746
About Me:
I place priorities in building strong technique, and musicianship. Understanding weight mechanism and use of motion are important aspects in creating a beautiful tone. Intense listening skill is also important as students form their own understanding of musical phrasing and the subtlety of the different timbres. From the elementary level, I bring up the topic of weight translation and finger techniques using familiar songs. For intermediate level we will discuss different styles, theory, and history.
Styles:
Classical
Subjects:
Harmony, Theory, Ear Training, Music Technology, Classical Music History
Ages:
Elementary School, Pre-teen, Teenage, Adult
Availability:
Manhattan: Upper West Side (up to Inwood), Midtown, East Village, Chelsea, and Downtown.
Major Influences:
I received classical training and have performed mainly in large ensembles and orchestras. I am able to teach embouchure formation, posture, basic technique, as well as extended technique.
I perform regularly as an improviser.
To inquire about Flute lessons with Ann, please fill out the Inquiry Form on this page, or call us at (212) 537-6746.
Ann also teaches piano up to an intermediate level.
Experience:
- Multi-Media performance piece for piano, video, and live sculpture: Untitled (2008). Music composition, concept, and video by Ann Adachi. Performed at Brookline Tai Chi, Brookline, Massachusetts. [2008 - 2008]
- Ensemble One is an acoustic ensemble of strings, woodwinds, and brass instruments. The group performs original compositions by the members, that focus on sonic experience and its relation to the environment. Ensemble One performs monthly through out New York City. [2007 - 2008]
- Piano Instructor-Boston, Massachusetts. From beginner to intermediate levels. [2003 - 2006]
- Light in August is Ann Adachi(flute), Gregory Raynolds(saxophone) and Corrie Befort(dance). We produced number of multi-media performances that were presented in Japan, Seattle, and in New York. [2004 - 2006]
- Piano Recitals- Numerous piano recitals through out my career. For more information, please visit: www.annadachi.org [1998 - 2006]
- Capital Area Youth Symphony Concerto Competition Winner. Saint-Saens Piano Concerto No.2. [2001 - 2001]
Education:
- Bachelor of Music in Piano performance and composition (BM), Berklee College of Music [2005]
Studied With:
- Ed Bedner (Berklee College,MA) [2002 - 2005]
- Chirstopher Harding(University of Michigan,MI) [2000 - 2002]
- Leonard Richter (Walla Walla College, WA) [1998 - 2001]
Seminars and Workshops Attended:
- Indiana University Summer Piano Academy, Indiana University [2000]
Awards:
- Berklee BEST Scholorship - Berklee College of Music [2005]
Recent Performances:
- Ensemble One in Greenpoint [May, 2008]
Discography:
- Le Ton Mite - "We Need To Grow To Giant Size" [2005]
Scholarships:
- Berklee BEST Scholarship [2002 - 2005]
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