Music is more than just learning notes on a page or learning how to play notes in time. Music should move, inspire, and express inner feelings. How boring it would be to go to a rock concert and where the band just stood still and played notes or attend a symphony where there were no […]
I love to play the flute and love to express myself through playing my flute. I get very nervous in front of people though. Tense muscles and shallow breathing are major obstacles for flute players that perform. I have added yoga to my techniques to relax and calm myself before playing my flute. Yoga relaxes […]
I went to the flute festival on Saturday and learned all about Dalcroze Eurhythmics. When I first heard that I said, “What?” Dalcroze education is an experiential way of knowing music through the body. We talked about active listening. We used eye contact, tennis balls, chopsticks, and several other methods to learn new concepts. Instead […]
It is again time for the annual Utah Flute Festival. I love to continue to learn about new techniques and check out the different flutes! This year the festival will be held at Westminster College on February 24th. Emma Shubin is their guest flutist. I always learn a lot and come back pumped to try […]
The winter holidays are one of my favorite times of the year. I have always felt that there is something magical about the season. It is always a busy time of year for musicians because of concerts and parties but I enjoy the festivities. I love Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years. They are full of […]
I took a break from posting but now I am back since school my kids are in school. This is the time of year a lot of kids start thinking about trying out a new instrument. That is certainly when I got interested in playing. And why not? They are able to join band with […]
“I’ve got rhythm. I’ve got music. I’ve got my girl. Who could ask for anything more?” – music by George Gershwin. Rhythm is a necessary part of music. This summer I purchased some rhythm sticks that I am using to teach rhythm to my elementary band class and flute students. Music is often a conversation between different people. […]
I am back from camping and am ready to resume lessons. I will need to change my Friday evening lessons due to my daughter’s dance recital. In case anyone wants to know, I did enjoy pickle pie and hiking around Capitol Reef!
Since this is my first post on this site I figure I better make this an introduction post. My name is Alyssa Green. I am married and have two girls, three and five-years-old. We all love music. My husband accompanies me on the piano. My five-year-old turns on the radio full blast just about every […]
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