What I Offer

Individual online tuition for flute (modern and early) and recorder, tailored to aspiring professionals and dedicated amateurs who want to move beyond standardised approaches.

My Approach

I don't teach you to sound like everyone else. My background spans historical performance, contemporary music, and organology, which means I approach technique and repertoire from multiple perspectives. Whether you're struggling with altissimo, want to develop your improvisational skills, or need guidance on early music ornamentation, I focus on understanding why things work, not just what to do.

Sessions explore the connections between instruments, techniques, and traditions. If you play modern flute, you'll benefit from understanding historical approaches. If you're a recorder player, you'll discover how concepts from other wind instruments can transform your sound. This cross-pollination develops a deeper, more flexible musicianship.

Who This Is For

• Musicians who've hit a plateau and need fresh perspectives

• Players seeking to develop improvisation skills across historical and contemporary styles

• Anyone frustrated by the 'one size fits all' approach of conventional teaching

• Musicians interested in early music performance practice

• Those wanting to understand their instrument and their sound at a fundamental level

What We'll Work On

Each programme is individual, but common areas include:

• Breathing, embouchure, and resonance (understanding the science behind the sound)

• Historical improvisation and ornamentation

• Modal practice and pentatonic improvisation

• Breaking free from mechanical scale practice

• Repertoire coaching across periods

• Exploring connections between different flute families and approaches

Want to find out more?  My Virtual Studio gives resources and an overview of topics I teach.