Flute instruction, Body Mapping, and the Franklin Method to help you play with confidence, move with ease, and feel better in your body
Working with flute students, professional and amateur musicians, and individuals interested in improving movement and well-being, Ruth Kasckow helps clients develop stronger skills, technique, and musical expression, while reducing tension and pain and improving coordination and ease.
With over 30 years of experience as a performer and educator, she offers thoughtful, individualized guidance that leads to clear, lasting results.
Through a refined understanding of how the body supports music and movement, students learn to play with greater freedom, control, and expressive depth while moving more comfortably and efficiently.
Flute Instruction
Individualized lessons for every stage of musical growth
Ruth offers personalized flute instruction from her studio in La Cañada, serving Pasadena, La Crescenta, Glendale, and the greater Los Angeles area, as well as online. Lessons emphasize tone, technique, musical expression, and healthy movement in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Lessons are thoughtfully tailored to each student:
• Young musicians building strong foundations and confidence
• College and professional flutists refining technique and expressive depth
• Adult amateur flutists seeking a welcoming and supportive space
Testimonial
“Ms. Kasckow works incredibly hard to find the right teaching technique for each individual student to thrive…”
— Rachael S., student
Body Mapping for Musicians
Play with greater ease and freedom
Ruth helps musicians reduce tension, prevent injury, and improve coordination through accurate anatomical understanding. This work supports more comfortable, efficient, and expressive playing.
Franklin Method®
Movement education for everyday ease
Through imagery and gentle movement, Ruth helps students improve posture, breathing, and coordination while supporting nervous system balance and overall well-being. Open to musicians and non-musicians alike.
Performance
Kasckow–Pezzone Duo
Ruth performs with pianist Bryan Pezzone in a collaboration rooted in listening, nuance, and expressive storytelling. Their work blends repertoire and improvisation to create engaging and dynamic performances.
Available for concerts, series, and special events.
