Katrina King, professional flutist, instruction

$50/hour

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Introduction

I am a respected, professional flutist and flute teacher in the Northeast Phoenix/Scottsdale area. I play principal flute in the Symphony of the Southwest, Phoenix Opera and Four Seasons Orchestra as well as a frequent soloist in many chamber groups here in the valley. Lessons are given in my home on the edges of the 101 and 51 freeways and online, always with a caring and nurturing atmosphere. My students enjoy successes such as: First chairs in their school bands; Section leadership skills; Top ratings and winnings in solo festivals and competitions; High school and Junior High All Region and All State placements; Phoenix Youth Symphony and Youth Symphony of the Southwest. I also enjoy working with students returning to the flute after many years, helping to refine their skills so that they can enjoy their community bands, orchestras, flute choirs and playing in their worship services. If your instrument needs repair, I will suggest professional people in your area for service. I also ask for books and solos to be purchased pertaining to our current level. I enjoy bringing the love of flute into people's lives by growing, increasing skill and becoming better at their craft no matter how they enjoy playing: professionally, orchestra, band, flute choir, casually, and purely for the enjoyment.

Overview

Hired 3 times

Serves Phoenix, AZ

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39 years in business

Business hours

SunClosedMon8:00 am - 8:00 pm

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, value, and work quality.

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Billy F.

Mar 23, 2020

I've been studying for a while w/ Katrina; she's always been super professional and a great source of musical inspiration. I'm a middle aged guy returning to flute playing since high school. She makes the lessons fun and helps motivate me to practice. I've learned a lot from her ... and hope others will read this and consider her as a teacher for any level of flute student (and any age I might add).

Becky F.

Mar 23, 2020

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Katrina did so much good for my son. She is an excellent teacher. Adam was ready for his College audition and was accepted into the School of Music. He was prepared for extra auditions throughout the state. I highly recommend Katrina to any flute player. She is amazing and my son really enjoyed her teaching and took everything she said to heart and grew so much. It is too bad she can not go away to college with him. Thank you KATRINA we feel so blessed to have had you as a teacher.

Details: 14 - 17 years old • 4+ yrs of formal training • Yes, the student can read music • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has an instrument • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location

Katrina King, professional flutist, instruction's reply

Thank you Becky, it was a pleasure working with your son.

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Janelle M.

Aug 24, 2017

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Katrina is simply the best! I hadn't picked up the flute since middle school (now 28 years old) and she's made the return to music and learning such a great experience. If you're hesitating about hiring a teacher/mentor, it's worth it. Katrina is knowledgeable, patient, and just a kind person. Thank-you Katrina!!

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Wendy W.

Jun 2, 2018

My daughter has taken flute lessons with Katrina for eight months. Katrina is THE BEST! She is professional, kind, and knowledgeable. My daughter always looks forward to going to lessons, and I have seen her grow so much, thanks to Katrina’s guidance. Katrina has high standards and is an excellent flutist, and she guides her students with compassion and skill, even offering additional activities and recommendations when students need help refining certain aspects of their playing. Also, her prices are more than fair, and she is quick to respond to emails. We highly recommend her!

Deborah D.

Jun 5, 2018

I have known Katrina for 20 years and have studied flute with her for about 15 of those years. She is a phenomenal musician and very gifted teacher who has inspired me to continue lessons even with the demands of my career and family. As an adult learner I came to Katrina after 20 yrs of not playing at all. Unfortunately I also came with some bad habits from my earlier years. Katrina has methodically and successfully helped me to correct a number of these and improve my overall technical and interpretive skills. Additionally she has exposed me to the classical flute repertoire spanning from the baroque to impressionistic periods. Katrina has a wealth of experience teaching all age groups and I always leave my lessons feeling positive about my performance and motivated to continue my journey with her. On a personal level she is a lovely person, very ethical, honest and dependable. I feel privileged to study with her and would highly recommend Katrina as a professional musician and teacher.

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Payments should be made at the beginning of the month for that months worth of lessons
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Understanding background playing and using that knowledge to move in a direction that is in the best interest of the student. If the student is interested in a particular aspect of playing, I will tailor the lessons to include that area.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a bachelors in music education as well as perform in orchestras and chamber groups in the greater metro phoenix area. I am principal flute in the Symphony of the Southwest, Phoenix Opera and Four Seasons Orchestra as well as a frequent sub with West Valley Symphony and Arizona Opera.

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