Better tone days ahead.
Personalized, supportive flute lessons in Austin / Leander, TX and online via Zoom and FaceTime
Breathe easy, I’ve got you.
The Impact of Awareness
I used to struggle with discomfort and limitations, then I discovered a different way. For the past decade, I’ve soaked up every technique I can to enhance awareness and physical use to find freedom from frustrations and limitations. Those sudden changes that make everything easier are the a-ha! moments I live for!
Personalized, Supportive Approach
My main priority is honoring each student’s individuality. We’ll work together to utilize an approach that addresses your musical and personal goals in a way that feels right for you. This is a shame-free zone where we embrace imperfections, mistakes, and curiosity and prioritize our own joy.
First-Hand Experience
I’m a life-long student, right there with you practicing, growing, struggling, and learning every day. I understand the issues you may be facing with physical tension, performance anxiety, breathing, and motivation because I’ve worked through them myself, and I’m here to support you.
The Resources You Need
I’m a self-proclaimed inspiration sponge, and I keep my library stocked with books, repertoire, exercises, videos, audio recordings, podcasts, tools, and more - all at the ready to support your growth.
“I've studied with principal flutists from major orchestras but never experienced such rapid achievement and improvement. Jolene is a marvelous instructor who teaches with a positive attitude and encouragement. I look forward to my weekly lessons. Thank you for giving me back my love of music Jolene, you're the BEST.”
— Wanda A., Online Student
We’re a great match if you’re…
A Music Major
Looking for extra support or summer accountability, seeking guidance on a particular issue, preparing for an audition or performance, or working on playing with less tension and greater freedom and self-trust.
An Adult Flutist
You’ve previously played flute and want to regain your skills after a break or want to get back into playing for fun, and you’re looking for a fresh perspective from a supportive teacher.
An Experienced Flutist/Teacher
Looking for guidance on a particular issue, preparing for a performance or audition, or looking for an extra perspective in your own teaching.
A Middle or High School Flutist*
Looking to enroll in weekly, in-person lessons in Leander/Austin, TX and ready to accelerate your skills to meet your goals in competitions, college prep, and more. (*In-person only)
“Her focus on relaxed posture, tension-free playing and emphasis on managing the airstream have helped me to immediately improve my tone quality and support, especially at the end of long phrases. She is excellent at communicating her thoughts, giving suggestions for how to visualize concepts and encouraging her students to experiment, reflect and improve.”
— PG, Online Student
Supporting Your Path to Effortlessness
As an experienced flute teacher based in Austin, TX, I offer both in-person and online lessons designed to meet and support your individual needs.
As a licensure trainee of the Association for Body Mapping Education (ABME), students will gain enhanced anatomical awareness that promotes artistic expression while preventing discomfort and pain.
Emphasizing solid flute fundamentals in a supportive environment, lessons empower you to build confidence and experience the joy of expressive music-making.
By integrating insights from neuroscience, your practice and performance mindsets become optimized, making the learning process efficient and rewarding.
Joy is our priority, and students can feel empowered to express their own unique, artistic voice with greater freedom.
Having struggled with severe performance anxiety on my own journey, I’m honored to support students as they reclaim their empowerment, equipped with a toolkit of effective strategies.
Lesson Information
Click to expand policies, guidelines, and FAQ’s
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Students must have at least 2 years of playing experience to be considered for online lessons and some prior ability to read music.
Adults re-visiting the flute after years away are welcome!
Beginners and middle school students are accepted for in-person lessons only.
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Beginners or experienced flutists aged 10 and up are eligible for lessons. Future 6th graders at my RRISD middle schools are always welcome!
Lessons take place in Leander, TX.
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A flute in good working order
Up-to-date Zoom or FaceTime account
External or built-in camera/microphone on a laptop, iPad or iPhone
A fast internet connection is key!
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Lessons will be billed individually or monthly. An invoice will be emailed directly with a direct link to easily pay online.
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Full lesson charges apply to lessons cancelled with less than 24 hours notice, including no-show lessons.
We may attempt to reschedule pending availability.
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Rates for online and in-person lessons are subject to change.
30-minute lesson: $39
45-minute lesson: $49
60-minute lesson: $59
The Process
1 | Apply
Fill out the application below completely and tell me about your experience, frustrations and goals for lessons.
2 | Schedule
Accepted applicants will receive an email from me containing a link to schedule your lesson, plus set-up instructions.
3| Lesson
We’ll met for our first lesson and talk through your goals, frustrations, and questions. Then, we’ll dive right in and make sure you leave feeling inspired!
4 | Notes & Resources
Receive detailed, personalized lesson notes and tips, plus relevant exercises and recommended materials after your first lesson.
“I am a returning (online) adult flute student and I am enjoying my lessons immensely with Jolene. In just a short space of time, I have made considerable progress with my technique and I feel highly motivated to practice. She is a most encouraging, kind, inspiring and supportive teacher.
She is highly knowledgeable in her discipline and always willing to listen and answer questions. Flute playing for me has become so much more vibrant and fun through her teaching and I always look forward to my flute lessons with her. I highly recommend her Flute teaching studio.”
— Pauline Quinn - Online student