Dottie Connors

Name:	Dottie Connors
Location:	Hamden United States 06514
Contact:	The Magical Flute Dorothy Connors 68 East Gate Lane Hamden, CT 06514 (203) 248-6247 ph (203) 868-2683 cell Email: dottie.connors@comcast.net Website: http://www.threeflutes.com Now accepting students for private flute lessons (slots limited) BACKGROUND: My Dad took me to my first concert. I haven’t been the same since. The flute in particular captivated and enthralled me, its charm its glitter, its ability to transport beautiful and spirited sounds. With my Dad’s support I began taking private lessons with Joe Sebastian and Harvey Hubbell. I played in the high school orchestra as well as the jazz band, my love for it has not diminished Although flute remained dear to my heart, I played for personal pleasure while my children were growing up. After my children were grown, I entered the professional arena and began taking private lessons with Judy Kodaras. In time we collaborated PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT and AFFILIATIONS: 1987 – Present § The Magic flute, founder § Guest at a master’s class with James Galway § Audited a music class at Quinnipiac University § Have performed with: § The New Haven Symphony § The Sacred Heart University Community Chamber Orchestra § The Stratford Symphony Orchestra, Master’s Program § The Milford Symphony Orchestra § Subway Orchestra – provides music gratis for charitable fundraising events § Hamden Symphony Concerts § Sacred Heart University § Convocation ceremonies § Art shows § Alumni reunions § Music choir § Nursing Homes, Hospitals and Hospice § Angel’s Restaurant in Milford -- weekly § Special private events, e.g. weddings, bar mitzvah, corporate parties and private homes § Bethany Music and Dance, Yale education § East Gate Condo social events § Pittsburgh Flute Convention, attendee at several master’s classes and workshops Page 2 Dorothy Connors SUMMARY of QULIFICATION: § More than twelve years of experience in music § Uncommon knowledge of music gained since early age § Flexible, energetic, creative, motivated ability in helping students to practice daily – practice without supervision and strong adherence to time for rehearsals and concerts § Deep understanding on how to care for flutes § Unmatchable ability to express self through music § Excellent organization skills § Profound ability to communicate musical concepts and instructions clearly LESSONS OVERVIEW: 1985 – Present § Planned program of study that meets students’ individual needs, interest, and abilities § Guidance of the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and clear objectives for all lesson, units, projects, communication of these objectives to student § Employment of instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting objective § Assessment of students accomplishment on a regular basis and intermittent provision of progress reports § Counseled with colleagues, students and parents on a regular basis § Available to teach both adults and children, individually or in groups § Teach primarily indoors § Outdoor settings include: § Sterling House gazebo, Stratford § Milford duck pond § Provision of performance opportunities for advanced students, e.g. nursing homes § Intermittently provide private recitals for parents and friends. When appropriate may include teacher/student duets PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: National Flute Association (NFA) New Haven Arts Council Connecticut Chamber Music Network Wallingford Arts Council Send Dottie Connors a message

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