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Flute and music theory lessons: all ages, all levels.

Hello!! I'm Marina, I'm 23 years old and I come from the Basque Country (North of Spain).
I finished my bachelor's degree in San Sebastián (Spain) and I came to The Hague 3 years ago to continue my Flute studies. I am currently in my second year of my Master's degree at Codarts (Conservatory of Arts in Rotterdam).
As a passionate musician, I would like to help you and teach you all the knowledge I have about the flute and music in general. I adapt to the needs and interests of each person, choosing the most suitable materials and methods for your goal. Any age, any level (from beginner to advanced, preparation for entrance exams, auditions, etc.), any genre and musical tastes.
I live in The Hague and study in Rotterdam, so I am available to teach in both cities!
I can teach in English, Spanish and Basque.
Explain to me what you would like to learn and I will be happy to help you achieve your musical wishes!

Extra information

You need a transverse flute. If you don't have one yet, I can help/advise you to get one.

Location

At teacher's location: Kruisplein, Róterdam, Países Bajos
Online via webcam
At student's location: Around The Hague, Netherlands
At student's location: Around Rotterdam, Netherlands

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Age:
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Duration:
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The class is taught in:Spanish, English, Basque

About Me

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Hi! I'm Marina, I'm 23 years old and I'm from the Basque Country (North of Spain).
I started playing the flute when I was 7 years old, and after I finished my bachelor's degree in San Sebastian in 2021, I came to the Netherlands to continue my master's degree. I live in The Hague but I study at the Rotterdam Conservatory of the Arts, Codarts, with flutists Juliette Hurel, Julie Moulin and Wim Steinmann.
I have always liked teaching, and during my bachelor's degree I had several students in San Sebastian from whom I enjoyed and learned a lot. For the last 5 years I have been a free time instructor in summer camps where I have worked with children from 3 to 18 years old.

Education

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-Bachelor of music specialty in Classical Flute: Musikene, San Sebastián. Teachers: Álvaro Octavio and Miguel Ángel Angulo.
-Master of music specialty in Classical Flute: Codarts, Rotterdam. Teachers: Juliette Hurel, Julie Moulin and Wim Steinmann.
- Free time instructor since 2019.

Experience / Qualifications

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- Individual flute lessons since 2019.
- Summer camps as a free time instructor since 2019.
- Experience as a flutist in different chamber music groups and young and professional orchestras.

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