Help students to have a really fun time learning a musical instrument.
Our Flute Lesson Goals
Learning a musical instrument is a vehicle for creativity and self-expression, combined with skill building and problem solving.
My goal as a music teacher is to:
What To Expect From Your First Flute Lesson
Let the fun begin!
Communication and teamwork is key to enjoyment and learning the flute well.
In our first lesson together we’ll discuss your musical goals and identify the different
ways we can help you achieve them.
As a team, teacher, student and parent we’ll also discuss the aspects of music you like, your strengths and weaknesses and what you would like to improve.
How Our Flute Program Works
Melbourne Flute Masters have designed a learning programme that includes
3 specific elements proven to optimise a child’s learning so as to increase how quickly they learn and to greatly improve their enjoyment of the flute.
Our 3 key elements are:
One on One Learning: Student + Teacher
Private classes enable one on one time for the teacher and student to focus on flute skills and individual needs. These lessons are a special time when the student builds confidence in the foundations of music. We follow a curriculum but each lesson is customised according to the
student’s progress.
Group Learning: Student + Group of Students
Children learn by listening to others play and in a group environment are encouraged by their peers to improve. This accelerates the student’s individual progress and as a result, is an essential part of the MFM program.
Group learning also helps build friendships with like-minded musicians (who can be from different schools). This also helps build a sense of belonging in students as a sense of community is a very important accelerator for learning.
Concert: 1 + Students + Family and Community
The 3rd essential element of our program is the end of term concert. All students from grasshoppers to our trailblazers come together. This gives students the opportunity to develop performance skills and share what they have learned with family and friends.
Our concert helps build self-confidence because students receive recognition for their hard work from a wider community. It’s also great for younger ones to be inspired by older students and see what’s possible!
The 5 essential elements also align with the MFM core values of:
MAY NOT BE NEEDED AND PUT INTO THE OTHER SECTION
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How Many Classes Do We Have Per Term?
Flute lessons follow the Victorian School Term Dates so the exact number of private and group classes changes per term.
Each term includes:
How Much Does it Cost?
Pricing per lesson is based on the number of lessons within the school term. We also have a
****GC fee – a group and concert fee, which is a fixed fee and is the same for all groups.
Please note: Our goal is to provide everything needed to give students the highest quality of teaching so they develop a love of music and be the best flute player they can be. For these reasons, participating in group classes, ensembles and performing at the end of the year concert are an essential part of our MFM programme.
When Do You Hold Lessons?
Lessons are Tuesday – Friday and groups and makeup classes are held on Mondays.(subject to change).
However, if a weekend class is required, alternative arrangements may be able to be made.
Please call to discuss.
Which Flute Program Is Best For Me or My Child?
We offer 5 flute programmes.
Our 4 core flute programmes are based on age and experience and work with the Victorian school term.
Plus, we offer an introductory programme for the first-time flautist called Grasshoppers.
This is an ongoing program that can be started anytime. Click here to find out more.
Flute Recruits Programme
A foundational time for students, our Flute Recruits Programme encourages having fun while learning and playing. During lessons, we use props and games to help learn essential skills, connecting enjoyment with playing the flute. Fun is the best way to catch the flute lovebug!
This is for students who:
Trailblazers Programme
Time to forge your own path! Students are serious players and want to take their flute playing to new heights. Participation in community music, Orchestras and Bands, Musicals and school productions, Competitions and Eisteddfods, State Schools Spectacular…. the opportunities are endless!
This is for students who:
Please note: All Grasshoppers, Recruits, Apprentices and Trailblazers have a group or ensemble that will be dedicated to their level of development. Classes will be between 2 and 6 flute players.
Grasshoppers Programme
Is your child 6-8 years of age? Have they never played the flute before?
Would you like them to try but are not sure because you think it’s too hard! Then our
Grasshoppers Flute Programme is the perfect solution to try.
This tailored introductory 8-week flute programme includes:
- 8 x private 30 minute lessons (valued at $320).
- 6 x 30-minute group lessons ranging from 2-6 students (valued at $120).
- A celebratory concert and party in the 9th week.
- Step-by-step instruction of the first 5 notes on the flute – get through the hardest part!
- Your own custom-made baby flute, a copy of the Suzuki Flute Book Vol 1, a digital download of the recordings, practice tracking charts to track your progress! Plus STICKERS!!
- You will learn introductory pieces like Hot Cross Buns, Snowflake and more.
- All this for $400.
This programme works best if you DON’T have a flute! Your baby flute will get your fingers and posture started as we source you a flute for the rest of the programme.
Our Grasshoppers program is ongoing and can be started at the beginning of any term.
