Drawing from my Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) research, my instruction focuses on the "thematic phrase" and "elliptical phrasing". We explore how to say more by saying less, emphasizing the specific gravity of a single line[cite: 125, 200].
Specialized woodwind guidance to achieve an "exceptional, magisterial tone." [cite: 169] Students learn the intelligent use of micro-tonalities and tonal granulation to build a distinctive personal sound[cite: 166, 442, 464].
Instruction centered on group-centric improvisation and an elastic sense of time[cite: 157, 176]. We study the "telepathic interplay" between instruments to foster spontaneous composition[cite: 137, 176].
Elite private instruction is available in the creative hubs of Boston and New York, as well as online for advanced international students.