Lucy Davidson Flute and Piano Tuition

With my years of teaching experience, I have become skilled at adapting my approach to suit the individual’s needs.   For example, some students like the structure and challenge of taking grades while others have a preference for learning a particular style (jazz, boogie woogie, classical).  I enjoy working with young students to nurture their natural musical abilities, encouraging them to achieve their potential.    As a teacher I feel a responsibility to build confidence and instill a love for music which will stay with them for a lifetime.

 

Over a period of time, I have built a wide range of resources.   For example, I use music games to help to engage the young beginner.   I have a large range of music including many duet books, and generally include duets in most lessons.   It is important that they hear me play during lessons.   All of my students, whatever their age or ability, learn scales.   This helps with fingerings and technical skills, and with a wider understanding of tonality.  

 

I have experience of working within schools.   I taught for Surrey Arts and have taught at Private Schools as well.   I have an up to date DBS enhanced certificate which is automatically updated on an annual basis.   I have prepared students for solo and duet performances as part of their GCSE exams.   I teach music theory and help students through their grade 5 theory exam so that they can continue into the higher grades of their instrument.

 

For years I ran and conducted Chiddingfold Flute Group which started approximately 15 years ago, I have organized many events and concerts for the group, which was an adult learner ensemble.  The group is not meeting at the moment. 

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As a musician, it is important to me that I perform on a regular basis.   Currently I play first flute with Haslemere Symphony Orchestra.