Peyton Avery
About
I enjoy helping students build confidence on the clarinet while developing strong fundamentals and healthy technique. I tailor each lesson to each student, focusing on developing a clear tone, effective practice habits, and overall musical growth. Drawing on my experience as a performer and educator, I value curiosity, consistency, and the celebration of progress, and strive to create a supportive, encouraging environment where students enjoy learning.
Teaching Style
My teaching style is encouraging, structured, and adaptable. I create a supportive learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and taking musical risks. Lessons are tailored to each student’s age, experience level, and goals, while maintaining a strong focus on fundamentals, healthy technique, and musical expression.
I emphasize clear explanations, positive reinforcement, and practical practice strategies so students can make steady progress and feel confident between lessons. My goal is to help students not only improve on the clarinet but also enjoy the learning process and develop independence as musicians.
Curriculum
My lessons are structured, supportive, and tailored to each student’s age, experience level, and goals. I focus on building strong fundamentals such as tone production, proper technique, rhythm, and music reading while helping students develop confidence and effective practice habits.
For beginners, lessons emphasize setup, sound, finger coordination, and musical basics clearly and encouragingly. For intermediate students, we expand to include articulation, phrasing, scales, and the development of musical expression. I prioritize healthy technique and learning how to practice so students can make consistent progress between lessons.
Online lessons include clear demonstrations, guided exercises, and specific weekly goals to keep students engaged and motivated.
Materials are selected based on each student’s level. Additional materials and exercises may be provided as PDFs when helpful.
Credentials & Affiliations
Credentials & Affiliations
Master of Music, Clarinet Performance — University of British Columbia (2026–present)
Student of José Franch-Ballester
Bachelor of Music, Clarinet Performance — Oberlin Conservatory of Music (2022–2026)
Student of Richard Hawkins
Alumnus — Interlochen Arts Academy
Studied with Dr. Bryan Conger
Extensive experience in private instruction, mentorship, and student development in both online and in-person settings (2020–present)
Professional background in music education consulting, admissions support, and college preparation for musicians through work with Interlochen Center for the Arts and independent practice (2023–present)
Active performer with experience across solo, chamber, and orchestral settings. Strong focus on contemporary music, including collaborations in 2026 with composers Daniel Pesca, Michael Frazier, and Matthew Brown at Warner Concert Hall, Stull Recital Hall, and other venues under the direction of Timothy Weiss. Recent solo recital repertoire includes works by Nino Rota, Francis Poulenc, Robert Schumann, and Kinan Azmeh, performed in Kulas Recital Hall (April 2026).