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Why Private Flute Lessons?

Taking private music lessons can be a fun and rewarding experience for students of all ages and
abilities.  Whether a student needs help with their current music or is looking for an extra
challenge, taking lessons can help accomplish these goals.  

  • Individual attention: Private lessons focus on the individual’s strengths and weaknesses.
    Playing the flute is a multi-sensory, complex activity requiring learning by ear, eye, touch,
    and intellectual understanding. Each student combines these elements differently.  Private
    lessons can follow a tailor made plan developed for each student.

  • Skills development: Private attention is needed to help a flutist achieve good tone
    production, proper hand and body position, and other techniques unique to the flute such
    as trills and vibrato.  

  • Appropriate pace: Private lessons go at the student's learning pace, stopping whenever
    necessary to review concepts, repeat material, or explore a topic the student shows an
    interest in.

  • Progress: Progress of a music student is almost always faster in a private lesson.
Why Flute Lessons With Erika?

I greatly enjoy working with flutists one-on-one, and believe the student and teacher have a lot to
offer each other during music lessons.  I like to provide a fun and encouraging atmosphere during
the lesson time as learning an instrument is a wonderful and rewarding opportunity that can last
a lifetime.

  • Experience: I have taught flute lessons for over ten years.  My students have ranged in
    ages from 10 years old to adult, with abilities from beginning to advanced.  I have a
    Bachelor of Arts degree in Music and have worked towards my Master's in flute
    performance.  Along with extensive private study myself, I have played in numerous music
    ensembles including concert bands, orchestras, chamber groups, musicals and operas in
    the midwest and pacific northwest. I have also been a judge for local solo and ensemble
    festivals and scholarship competitions.

  • Personalized Attention: No two students are alike, and I tailor lessons to each individual's
    specific needs.  I take the time to share information and find the appropriate materials that
    will be fun and help you accomplish your musical goals.  I support my students as much
    as I can by attending solo and ensemble festivals, concerts, and other performances.  
    Communicating with parents about their child's musical progress and their involvement with
    lessons is also important to me.    

  • Fun!: I strive to create a fun and positive environment during the lesson time.  I will not only
    help you create beautiful flute music - I will make you laugh, too!


I Offer a Free Trial Lesson to First-Time Students!

If you live in the Eau Claire, Wisconsin area and are interested in private flute lessons, please
contact me by phone at 715-214-6203, or by email at erika@erikatomten.com.  Schedule your
FREE lesson today to find out what lessons are all about!


I am also available to perform for special events in the Eau Claire, WI area.  Please contact me for
more information.