Brooklyn

Flute Lessons | Theory Lessons, Jazz Improvisation Lessons, Online Lessons

Qualifications: BMus in Classical flute, Grad.Dip in Jazz flute, LTCL in performance flute
Pricing: $35 for 30min, $45 for 45 min, $55 for 60min
Styles: Jazz, Cuban, Brazillian, Classical, Hip-hop, Pop....
Suitability: 8 years+

Bio

Rachelle is one of New Zealand’s most versatile flutists. She started playing flute at the age of 10 and graduated from Massey University with a Bachelors of Music in classical performance flute. After a number of years working as a freelance classical musician, working with Orchestra Wellington and the New Zealand Airforce band, Rachelle returned to university to complete a Graduate Diploma of Jazz at the New Zealand School of Music, studying with trumpeter Lex French.

Rachelle has played with some of New Zealand’s top Jazz musicians including John Rae and the Troubles and Jonathan Crayford. She has also worked as a studio musician recording for film, documentaries and on various albums.

Rachelle spent two years in Montreal where she further expanded her skills on jazz flute, studying with Dave Gossage and spending a month in Cuba studying with the great Orlando ‘Maraca’ Valle. While in Canada Rachelle performed with well known jazz flutists Bill McBirnie and Billy Kerr amongst other local jazz, Brazilian, Cuban, hip hop and neo-soul musicians.

Teaching Info

Rachelle is passionate teacher and has been teaching the flute for over 17 years. What sets her apart from other teachers is her strong foundation in both jazz and classical flute and her ability to teach a wide range of music. Her teaching style is friendly and fun, with the aim being to create self-fulfillment and self-directed results.

Rachelle has a strong emphasis on technique and uses an integrated approach to teaching, developing all aspects of musicianship. She does this using creative approaches which are fun and inspiring. Rachelle teaches improvisation as well which is a fun creative outlet for students.