Teddie Talks Traverso is an online series dedicated to baroque and historical flute playing. I offer lessons, workshops, and curated media resources for curious learners at all levels — from modern flutists exploring earlier musical styles to dedicated traverso players deepening their practice and aesthetics.
Subscribe to my newsletter for tips on baroque and historical flute playing, join live workshops and access past recordings via my Eventbrite page, and connect with like-minded players and enthusiasts from around the world!
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Individual Appointments
Individual lessons will give you the best opportunity to work on issues specific to your needs. These can take place either in person in Mainz, Germany, or online. I take pride in offering professional lessons in a friendly and inclusive setting. I work with all levels and would be delighted to help you craft your own voice and expression — and above all, to discover the joy of flute playing together!
Rate: Individual lessons start from 85€ for a 60-minute lesson, with bundle packages available for those looking to commit to a longer journey.
A free 15-minute introductory chat is available before lessons begin.
Students working towards auditions for higher education music programs are welcome to get in touch! You may be eligible for a reduced rate.
Not sure yet? You're welcome to book a single lesson to see if we're a good fit — no commitment required.
Rate: Individual lessons start from 85€ for a 60-minute lesson, with bundle packages available for those looking to commit to a longer journey.
A free 15-minute introductory chat is available before lessons begin.
Students working towards auditions for higher education music programs are welcome to get in touch! You may be eligible for a reduced rate.
Not sure yet? You're welcome to book a single lesson to see if we're a good fit — no commitment required.
Getting Started on the Traverso - First Resources
- Method for the One-Keyed Flute by Janice Dockendorff Boland
- The Baroque Flute Fingering Book (incl. trills) by Margaret Neuhaus (currently out of print! Check for used copies)
- Tone Development on the Baroque Flute by Eve Friedman
- Flute Care & Maintenance by maker Boaz Berney
- How to Choose Your Next Wooden Traverso by Teddie Hwang
- The Baroque Flute Fingering Book (incl. trills) by Margaret Neuhaus (currently out of print! Check for used copies)
- Tone Development on the Baroque Flute by Eve Friedman
- Flute Care & Maintenance by maker Boaz Berney
- How to Choose Your Next Wooden Traverso by Teddie Hwang
- IMSLP - free music database
- GALLICA - online database of the Bibliothèque nationale de France, great for early French music
- Basic Traverso Fingering Chart - provided by Folkers & Powell
- Flutist Amanda Markwick - great detailed advice for Renaissance flute and traverso beginners in terms of instruments, repertoire, learning materials and more
- Flute Collection of Michael Lynn - Antique flutes, some for purchase
- Scholar David Lasocki - articles and books on early woodwinds and historical performance practice
- Andrew Lawrence King - informative and inspiring articles on early music performance
- GALLICA - online database of the Bibliothèque nationale de France, great for early French music
- Basic Traverso Fingering Chart - provided by Folkers & Powell
- Flutist Amanda Markwick - great detailed advice for Renaissance flute and traverso beginners in terms of instruments, repertoire, learning materials and more
- Flute Collection of Michael Lynn - Antique flutes, some for purchase
- Scholar David Lasocki - articles and books on early woodwinds and historical performance practice
- Andrew Lawrence King - informative and inspiring articles on early music performance
What People Say:
"Teddie's workshops on French Baroque music are a rare gift! She fills them with pertinent research materials, and demonstrates passages from manuscript facsimiles. This is the real deal; in a few short minutes, students are learning how to make fine adjustments that transform straightforward playing into something nuanced and shimmering. Teddie's own playing is just beautiful, and the examples are always perfectly chosen. While I've a long way to go, these workshops have certainly helped my playing, and I would heartily recommend them to anyone." - Joanna Demers, University of Southern California Thornton School of Music, USA
"Teddie's workshops are a fantastic learning experience! She creates such a friendly environment and explains things in such a clear manner that the workshops can apply to anyone at any level. Her knowledge of the Baroque era and her perspectives are inspiring and very valuable!" - Elizabeth Pogue, USA
"I originally learned about Teddie because of her beautiful film for Blavet's "Gigue en Rondeau." I was intrigued. I then discovered her virtual class on French Baroque articulation. I attended and was fascinated by the work she is building on related to the French language and musical articulation. I found the class very instructive and rewarding for my own playing and teaching." - Lisa Marie Chaufty, University of Utah School of Music, USA
"The conversational nature of the music and the approach to articulation were both very illuminating."
"...engaging and knowledgeable."
"It opened my eyes to the whole work..."
