Flute Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced Lessons
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Hello, my name is Tyreese Pleasanton. I’m a graduate of Lake Forest High School (2006) and Delaware State University (2015) with a degree in Music Performance. My primary instrument is Flute. I’ve been playing flute since the 5th grade. I’m highly motivated and energetic individual who has 23+ years of experience in music lessons impartation. Overall, in the East Baton Rouge School System, I’ve been teaching band for two years. My first year, I was the Assistant Band Director at McKinley Senior High School located in Baton Rouge, LA (2018-2019). At the high school level, I assisted in developing and implementing a program of instruction. I’m currently the Band Director at Scotlandville Pre-engineering Magnet Academy (2019-2020) located in Baton Rouge, LA. At the middle school level, I direct middle school instrumental performances including marching band, concert band, jazz band, soloists, and ensembles, establish performance requirements, enforces academic requirements, and verifies each student’s eligibility to participate in band, coordinates activities with special groups, and provide for band participation at extracurricular events, including concerts, and community events. I have the honor and privilege of teaching a well diverse group of talented students.
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My strong communication skills suited for diverse groups of musical learners. I’m competent in playing a wide range of musical instruments. I am enthusiastic and thrive to transmit the passion of music to my students. Tutored primarily flute, clarinet, saxophone etc., (all woodwind instruments). Music is a challenging and fulfilling intellectual, physical, and emotional journey. It gives students opportunities for personal, moral, and social growth in addition to the basic skills of music instruction. Some awards I received throughout my musical journey consisted of Music Department Award (High School, 2005), Semper Fidelis (Marines, 2006) (High School), and the Honor’s Day Performance Award (DSU, 2015). Creating meaningful musical experiences gives students opportunities to grow and explore music in ways they would not on their own. I will always go above and beyond to make sure students succeed by offering extra opportunities that will stretch and motivate students. “Music is a challenging and fulfilling intellectual, physical, and emotional experience. It gives students opportunities for personal, moral, and social growth in addition to the basic skills of music instruction” (Mr. P, 2020).
Musically Yours,
Mr. Pleasanton, Director of Bands
Scotlandville Pre-engineering Magnet Academy
(225) 775-0776
GO STALLIONS!!!!
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
When working with a prospective student, the most important aspect of the process is building a rapport with the student. Nevertheless, prior to scheduling sessions, I like to meet with the student and/or parent(s). We work hand in hand to build their specialized plan of action. Students create a detailed description of their current situation and their desired results. Next, we come up with a set of goals and how to implement the plan of action appropriately in order to accomplish said results. This plan depends on the immediate needs of the student, but many plans include some sort of accommodation to pre and post-session communication inorder to track progress.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Education: Delaware State University 2014-2015
· Graduation: December 20, 2015
· Degree: Bachelor of Art in Music Performance
· Honors Day Performance: April 16, 2015
· Senior Recital Performance: April 26, 2015
Jobs For Life Graduate: May 11, 2017
Professional Experience:
I. Tutored primarily flute, clarinet, saxophone and all woodwind instruments
II. Participated in marching band, wind ensemble, jazz ensemble, pep band, and woodwind quintet
III. Hired to perform with a professional Orchestra
IV. Performed in pit orchestras for school musicals for high school and college setting
Assisting with marching band performance with woodwinds
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Standard Pricing System: Half Hour/Full Hour
Flute: $45/Half Hour, $60/Full Hour
Clarinet: $40/Half Hour, $55/Full Hour
Alto Saxophone: $40/Half Hour, $55/Full Hour
How did you get started teaching?
Music has always been a part of my life. I've played the flute since the 5th grade (1998). Teaching Band has alway's been my passion. I started helping students in my sections (flutes). Helping other students peaked my interests. I wanted to lead by exmample. I started tutoring elementary students my Freshmen (2002) year of high school. I tutored students in elementary and middle school. I've wanted to become a Band Director since my Junior (2004) of high school.
What types of students have you worked with?
I've worked with Elementary, Middle, and High School students. I've worked with individuals of all levels and ages.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
This Academic School Year, I had the privilage of taking my middle school Advanced Band to the DeBose Music Festival located in Baton Rouge, LA. This was my first year as the Head Band Director of my Department. My students did a tremendous job on their performance. I'm very proud of their accomplishment!
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Research your teacher. See what teacher best fits you. You are in control of your destinty. Choose the teacher that is best for you. Think about your skills you would like to deveople within your lessons, rather its dextariety, tone production, reading rhythms, and note reading, etc... Incorperate this ideas within your search for best results.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
1. What do I want to learn in my lessons?
2. How can I improve my Tone Production?
3. How can I learn to Read Notes?
4. How can I learn to Count Rhythms?
5. What do I want to gain from my lessons?
6. What practice techniques can I develop to Inhance my Playing Ability?