I would always look forward to lessons. As soon as lessons started, I felt like I was in a non-judgement zone. During times that I struggled with certain skill sets, Ms. Gittens was very patient and understanding. She saw the potential in me that I didn’t, and for that, I am very glad I choose her as my instructor.

I found Ms. Gittens through my high school band director who highly recommended that I take private lessons from her. Ms. Gittens visited my high school a few times to do some flute workshops and I always liked her personality and her teaching methods. I decided to give her a try in my junior year of high school. I have so many fond memories of my time with Ms. Gittens but if I had to choose a favorite, I would say it was when she helped me finally over come my stage fright/performance anxiety. Once I conquered that fear, I became a much stronger musician and overall a more confident person. Now, as a music major in college, I am able to perform in front of faculty and peers confidently. All the lessons she taught me are still with me today. 

Ms. Gittens goes out of her way to help her students feel confident in themselves, their individual musicality, and their potential. She works at a pace that caters perfectly to each student's unique abilities, challenging them, while having fun and building confidence!