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WOODWIND LESSONS
All Ages & Skill Levels Welcome!
Woodwind Lessons
A woodwind is a type of musical instrument that you play by blowing into its mouthpiece. Flutes, clarinets, and oboes are all woodwinds. So are bagpipes—but you might have a hard time convincing your music teacher to let you play bagpipes in the marching band.
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Most woodwinds have a mouthpiece with a thin strip of material called a reed that vibrates when air passes. Blowing into a saxophone or clarinet is different than blowing across the opening in a flute or piccolo, but they're all woodwinds. Each requires wind, or a stream of blown air, to play notes. While today most woodwinds are made from metal and other materials, the original woodwinds were wooden—which explains the wood part of the name.
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Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT WILL I LEARN IN WOODWIND LESSONS?
At Briggs Music Studio, we understand that each student is unique, with their own musical needs and goals. Our teachers prioritize tailoring their instruction to meet your specific requirements. When you enroll for woodwind lessons here, your teacher will ask about your favorite type of music and set goals to help you achieve your musical aspirations. Together, we will develop a plan to reach your objectives. We welcome beginners and are here to guide you, even if you're not sure where to start!
WHAT STYLES OF MUSIC CAN I LEARN?
We teach a variety of music styles, including classical, jazz, pop, folk, and more. Our approach combines essential fundamentals with the music YOU want to play. With a diverse team of teachers at Briggs Music Studio, you are sure to find the perfect match for your musical interests.
ARE YOUR WOODWIND INSTRUCTORS QUALIFIED?
Our woodwind instructors at Briggs Music Studio are highly qualified, with extensive teaching experience and a passion for education. Being a musician doesn't automatically make someone a good teacher—that's why we carefully select instructors who excel in mentoring our students. We search the entire area for top teachers who align with our studio's high standards. In addition to their qualifications, our teachers have warm personalities, are very friendly, and strive to build personal connections with each student and their parents. We seek out the BEST teachers, so you don’t have to!
WHAT'S THE #1 REASON TO STUDY WOODWIND AT BRIGGS MUSIC STUDIO?
Our woodwind instructors are warm, friendly, and make an effort to get to know each student and parent personally. We work with you to create a lesson plan tailored to your needs and musical preferences. Whether you're playing in local bands or orchestras, a seven-year-old taking their first lesson, or a fifty-year-old returning to the woodwind instruments after many years, we’ll help you set and achieve your musical goals.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO LEARN TO PLAY A WOODWIND INSTRUMENT?
There is no definitive answer to how long it takes to learn to play a woodwind instrument. With regular practice, a basic level of playing can be achieved in a few months. Most of our students take lessons on a long-term basis because they enjoy continually improving and find the lessons enjoyable.
I DON’T HAVE ANY MUSICAL BACKGROUND OR ABILITY. CAN I STILL HELP MY CHILD PRACTICE?
Yes. Even without a musical background, you can assist your child by asking the teacher for practice advice. Simply monitoring that your child is doing their exercises a certain number of times per day can help them progress. Parents can also sit in on their child's music lessons to understand how a piece should sound or how the student should be positioning their hands and using their instrument correctly.
