About
Howdy! I am a classical guitarist and theorbo player with a decade of teaching experience in all genres. I have studied and performed throughout the US and internationally in Scotland, Ireland, and Spain. I am a passionate performer and teacher! I love passing along all of the guitar knowledge I have acquired over the years and I teach in a way that is personalized for each individual student's goals and needs.
I am currently a Doctoral Candidate at the Eastman School of Music in Rochester, NY. l received my Master of Music degree from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland in 2020 and my Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Arkansas in 2015.
To learn more about me feel free to visit my website www.andrewfloryguitar.com.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
My priority with a new student is to learn their experience level and what their goals are. From there I can provide customized lessons to fit their skill level and help them achieve their specific goals.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am currently a third year Doctoral Candidate at the Eastman School of Music where I am finishing up my Doctor of Musical Arts degree as well as an Advanced Performer's Certificate in Early Music. At Eastman, I teach one on one guitar lessons and classes to undergraduate students.
I received my Master of Music degree from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland in 2020 and my Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Arkansas in 2015.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
My lessons are by monthly rate as shown below.
1; 30 minute lesson per week: $100/month
1; 60 minute lesson per week: $200/month
How did you get started teaching?
I started teaching while I was an undergraduate student at a local music lesson's store. From there I went on to teach at a local private school and then at the University of Arkansas community music school.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with students of all ages and students with all sorts of varying musical goals. I can teach student that is interested in learning!
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
A recent teaching related event that I am fond of is that I am currently teaching Guitar Pedagogy to undergraduate classical guitarists at Eastman which is a class where I am teaching them how to teach guitar themselves!
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
My advice is stay positive and be proud of small achievements and any progress you make in your playing!
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
I am always open to hearing my students' needs and they should never think twice if they have something they feel the need to share with me.