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Teddie Talks Traverso is an online series dedicated to baroque and historical flute playing. These are specially curated resources along with live workshops for curious learners at all levels — from modern flutists exploring earlier musical styles to dedicated traverso players seeking to deepen their practice and aesthetics. Most importantly, promoting the "play" in historical playing is a central concept which I emphasize in various ways.
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Getting Started on the Traverso - First Resources
- Method for the One-Keyed Flute by Janice Dockendorff Boland, a compact collection of history, sources, and playing techniques
- New Method for the Traverso by Doretthe Janssens, LOTS of solo and duet music, many saving one from reading French violin clef
- 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, one of the rare resources of its kind
- Flute Care & Maintenance by maker Boaz Berney
- How to Choose Your Next Wooden Traverso by Teddie Hwang
- Flutist Amanda Markwick - great detailed advice for Renaissance flute and traverso beginners in terms of instruments, repertoire, learning materials and more
- New Method for the Traverso by Doretthe Janssens, LOTS of solo and duet music, many saving one from reading French violin clef
- 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, one of the rare resources of its kind
- Flute Care & Maintenance by maker Boaz Berney
- How to Choose Your Next Wooden Traverso by Teddie Hwang
- Flutist Amanda Markwick - great detailed advice for Renaissance flute and traverso beginners in terms of instruments, repertoire, learning materials and more
- IMSLP - free music database
- Flutetunes - free sheet music with a nice search function
- GALLICA - online database of the Bibliothèque nationale de France, great for early French music
- Basic Traverso Fingering Chart - provided by Folkers & Powell
- 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
- Flutetunes - free sheet music with a nice search function
- GALLICA - online database of the Bibliothèque nationale de France, great for early French music
- Basic Traverso Fingering Chart - provided by Folkers & Powell
- 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
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.
What People Say:
"Thank you for today’s session—it was great and very inspiring. This bootcamp with you feels like opening a window; it’s been incredibly helpful and also challenging me to go deeper in my baroque performance....These weekly sessions have been so inspiring and enriching, and I want to thank you for all of them. It has also been such a pleasure to meet both you and ..." - Montse, Spain
"Since I started taking lessons with Teddie, I practice much more focusedly. She helps me further improve my sound with targeted exercises. And she supports me—in a very motivating way—to listen closely and make the music much more alive. I really enjoy the lessons with Teddie!" - Corinna, Germany
"The First Steps workshop was an excellent introduction to the world of playing the baroque flute. The hybrid group workshop/individual lesson was great: The group workshop allowed for introduction of new topics on a weekly basis to keep the development going, while the individual lesson provided an opportunity to either explore the new topic in more depth, or work on other areas previously introduced that I needed more instruction/clarity on. The pacing was brisk but appropriate for the level - lots of information was introduced but I did not feel overwhelmed.
Teddie's enthusiasm and passion for the traverso is evident, and her instruction was patient and encouraging. This is an excellent workshop for new players of the baroque flute who are interested in not only technique, but also musicality and avoiding bad habits!" - Chris A, USA
"I recently completed my first Baroque Flute Bootcamp with Teddie. As a fairly new traverso player, I found her class thorough, well-organized, and motivating. Her focus on technique, air ( as in not too much!) and articulation is excellent in relation to the repertoire she chooses which is also beautiful. Class structure combines group instruction along with individual lesson time which works well. If you want to get better at playing this beautiful instrument, I highly recommend taking this class with Teddie." - Monica, USA
"I have taken one of the boot camp series on the baroque traverso from Teddie Hwang. I learned about her from a friend; and also joined one of her discussions about intonation with a guest. I love these series for many reasons. They are conducted in a small group, which allows for also practicing in front of her. Teddie is able to unpack dynamic and articulation nuances in each phrase in a piece of music in a way that is technically approachable and understandable. The classes are in zoom but she is very good at hearing articulations and dynamics and give feedback. She also allowed us to give feedback about what we want to play and focus on. She also demonstrates these nuances herself. And finally and importantly, she is a very nice person." - Maria, USA
"Dear Teddie, thank you for your online workshops on various aspects of playing baroque flute. I found the sessions original, well-prepared, inspiring and friendly. It’s great that you make the recordings available afterwards, so one can go over key points again. As a fan of French baroque music, I got a lot out of the sessions focused on that. Thanks to your teaching I’m learning how to play this repertoire with more subtlety and bon goût. I look forward to join you for future events in the New Year!" - Corné Kros, UK
"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
"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
"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
"Since not long ago, I became passionated about French 18th century music. I got a Hottettere flute adn I love the sound of it. The 3 sessions where great and they gave me more ideas and awarness of the French language connected with instrumental performace. Teddie was very organized and inspiring. I would love to keep learning more and if I have the chance to do it in person one day. Thank you very much Teddie."
"The conversational nature of the music and the approach to articulation were both very illuminating."
"The material was engaging and knowledgeable."
"It opened my eyes to the whole work and I will persevere with Bach on the saxophone."
