Ruth offers expert flute instruction that emphasizes musical growth, flute mastery and appreciation for music.
Ruth Kasckow, flutist and flute teacher delights in sharing her passion for flute with her students. Ruth feels each lesson is a unique opportunity for growth, mastery and lasting appreciation for flute and music. Having taught for 30+ years, Ruth knows how to teach all ages and levels of students to give them the tools to be successful. Her lessons emphasize proper technique and musical expression in a supportive, positive environment. Her teaching prepares students to play confidently in school bands, orchestras, competitions, MTAC Certificate of Merit program, and recitals.
Ruth knows that the best learning happens in a relaxed, happy environment. She also knows that each student is an individual and has his or her own learning style. Ruth listens and responds to each individual student to provide the best possible teaching that works for the student. Ruth is a Certified Suzuki Flute Teacher and is also trained in Body Mapping for Musicians to observe and correct students’ body usage and movement so students can play with more ease and less tension.
What do you get when you study with Ruth?
When you study with Ruth you become part of a special flute community. In addition to a weekly flute lesson at your agreed upon time, you also receive music handouts, listening recommendations, live concert recommendations, two Zoom workshops, one studio recital (fee for hall and piano accompanist), one “Play Music Holiday Party” for students, and participation in MTAC Pasadena events.
What are the benefits of flute lessons with Ruth?
Thirty+ years of teaching experience
Ability to understand each individual's learning style and provide the best instruction
Ability to work with students of different ages and levels
Positive and encouraging environment that promotes learning
Professional musician who performs regularly
Many opportunities for growth available for students: recitals, workshops, MTAC Certificate of Merit, SYMF Competition
What do you learn in flute lessons?
Tone production
Proper breathing
Fluid technique
Musical expressiveness
How to practice effectively
Repertoire, scales, and exercises
Who should study flute with Ruth?
Parents looking for a flute teacher for your son or daughter
Adults who wants to take up flute or start again after a break
Flutists who are looking for extra instruction with an emphasis on Body Mapping
Ruth’s students have the opportunity to participate in the Music Teachers Association of California (MTAC) Certificate of Merit (CM) program and compete in the VOCE program. Her students perform in their school’s bands and orchestras, community groups, and enter festivals as well as perform in recitals, and outreach and community events. Many of her students continue music studies and music majors in colleges and universities.
Ruth also teaches group lessons, coaches flute and woodwind ensembles, coaches flutists who are preparing for performances, conducts flute choirs, and teaches Body Mapping.
Ruth currently teaches at her studio in the Pasadena area, and accepts motivated students of all ages and levels. Her studio is conveniently located near La Canada, La Crescenta, Glendale, Pasadena, and Los Angeles.
