Teacher

FLUTE AND RECORDER LESSONS


Hybrid Studio:
Lessons are both in person or online. Students who normally attend lessons in person can pivot to online if they are not feeling well and online students can take advantage of some in person events.
In person students:
There are a limited number of places for in person students in the Edmonton area.
Online students:
From all over the world: Australia, Japan, Ecuador, Peru, United States, Canada, and more.  
Group and Individual Instruction:
All students receive individual instruction, with opportunities to work in small groups during the overlap time when one student is arriving and the previous one is leaving. Large ensemble opportunities are available during scheduled Open Studios and workshop events.
Wide spectrum of age and level:
From preschoolers to retirees, from pre-professional University students to beginners. Working with this range of students and levels makes me very aware of the importance of a solid foundation at the beginning, so I always have room for a limited number of beginners every year. 
Over 40 years of experience as an international teaching artist.
Former students have won competitions, been accepted to universities and training orchestras, become recording artists, received gold medals from the Royal Conservatory of Music, trained as Suzuki teachers, and are successful in a myriad of non-musical activities as well. 
Riley M, Great Lakes Suzuki Institute, Cambridge, ON
I didn’t think anyone would be willing to teach the Suzuki method to an adult but I found a wonderful teacher, Kathleen Schoen, in Alberta.   My self-esteem soared! I was no longer dreaming of a future where I might one day be able to work on  music that I loved. I was already doing it!

Andrea M, online adult student, Vancouver. BC


I’m so grateful of what you have taught me in the past because its really shining now in everything I play. 

Megumi V, undergraduate university student, Edmonton, AB


You have been such a gift to my daughter and me. You have taught me much about parenting by your way of being with her and others and I am grateful.

Anna C, parent of 6 year old student, Edmonton, AB


I’ve been playing a lot and am very grateful for the solid amazing foundation you gave me in flute playing. I can’t say thank you enough.

Aysha W, professional musician and recording artist, Amsterdam, NL


Thanks for your expertise, your kindness and generosity!  Loved my lesson.

Alison G, teacher and adult student, Edmonton, AB

Interested in lessons? Book a consultation call and we can chat about how the hybrid studio experience can fit your needs.
Want more information? Check out my Schoen Duo Studio website and the Schoen Duo Studio handbook here.
Ready to start? Fill out the registration form

Online resources: Students who study with me have access to an extensive library of online resources to support their practice and learning between lessons. Younger students receive support from their resident adults to access the materials and use the technology, so that they can focus on the art of music. Supportive adults can learn along with the children as a family group. New students will receive an invitation to create a log in and password after registering.
University Study: Students wanting to take lessons for University credit may do so through the Augustana campus of University of Alberta,  which is located in Camrose, Alberta, or the Concordia University of Edmonton. When time and space permit, I may take a few school age private students through the Augustana Conservatory, a community music school affiliated with the University. I expect students who enrol through the Augustana Conservatory to follow the same approach as students enrolled through my program in Edmonton, with some modifications due to the difference in location.