Sandy Duffy Norman is an adjunct flute instructor at Western Oregon University and
maintains her award winning private flute studio in Salem, Oregon. She performs, writes and records with RoseWynde, flute and harp duo,
and has released seven CDs with a variety of artists. She was also a middle school band director for 15 years with the Silver Falls
School District.
Sandy received her B.S.Mus and B.M.E. from Louisiana State University, continued with graduate studies
at Western Oregon University. She is a member of B.M.I., belongs to the NAfME, NFA,MTNA/OMTA and serves on the board of the
Greater Portland Flute Society.
The Studio
PRIVATE INSTRUCTION
Professional private guidance for the complete flutist, all levels taught,
beginning through college.
Audition and solo preparations are a focus.
EXPECTATIONS
- Students must attend all scheduled lessons.
- Students must practice daily; parents should actively encourage regular practice.
- Students should come prepared for their lessons, have all materials, and know the lesson routine.
- Students are expected to participate in solo and ensemble and the yearly studio recital.
- Parents should budget for music purchases.
- Parents should budget for professional accompanists.
- Parents should budget for instrument repair and upgrades.
STUDIO RECITAL
The Annual Studio Recital will be held at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Friday, May 20, 2016 from 4:00-6:00.
All students are invited to perform.
AUDITIONS, COMPETITIONS, AND SCHOLARSHIPS
Middle school and high school students are expected to participate in the district solo and ensemble contest
sponsored by the OMEA in the spring. I also direct students to opportunities for state and regional honor ensembles
such as: Portland Youth Philharmonic, Salem Youth Symphony, Allstate Band, All City Band, All Northwest Band.
I will assist students in their preparation for any auditions, as well as for Competitions, College Admissions and Scholarship auditions. I am proud of the high level of playing and commitment my students display. Each year the studio produces District and State Solo Champions, Concerto Competition Finalists, All-Northwest, All-State, and All-City band participants and many thousands of dollars in flute performance scholarships. I look forward to a rewarding relationship with all of my flute students and their families.
