TEACHING PHILOSOPHY
TEACHING PHILOSOPHY
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Music is a universal language that transcends spoken words. I believe it has the power to unite humans across cultures, generations, genders, and neurodiverse spectrums. In my studio, music is for everyone who chooses to participate.
Because music is also a powerful tool for improving the quality of life, I approach music instruction as an experience that is more than simply learning notes and rhythms; it is also an opportunity to grow in curiosity, confidence, creativity, and self-expression.
I believe deeply that everyone has the capacity to learn an instrument. Musicality can only be developed through curiosity, patience, and constant exploration. Each student enters their musical journey with their own motivations, and I strive to honor that by allowing you to define your intentions and goals.
In our lessons, you choose your destination. My role is to partner with you as a guide, providing the structure, encouragement, and tools needed to help you get there. Whether you are studying music to pursue a university degree or simply exploring music for personal fulfillment, I design a personalized learning experience that supports your individual path.
My goal as your teacher is to help you discover the joy, growth, and possibilities that music can bring into your life.
MEET THE INSTRUCTOR
MEET THE INSTRUCTOR
International Teaching Artist
Performer
Advocate
Alissa Gittens is a flutist, educator, and arts advocate dedicated to expanding access to meaningful music education. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Music from Morgan State University, where she studied flute and performed with various ensembles.
In 2014, Alissa founded ANG Music Studios, providing private in-person and virtual instruction to students throughout the Greater Baltimore/Washington region and beyond. Her teaching experience includes serving as a flute clinician for various public schools in the Mid-Atlantic region and throughout the Caribbean, teaching at the Ottley Music School, and performing with Maryland-based ensembles.
An advocate for arts accessibility and youth development, Alissa previously served as Director of Programs for The MusicianShip and continues to support arts education advocacy as the Communications Manager for Arts Education in Maryland Schools Alliance (AEMS). She is also an ambassador for Nuvo Flutes and the founder of Flutists of Color and The Urban Flautistas Fest, celebrating and connecting flutists of color around the world.
STUDENT PERFORMANCES
STUDENT PERFORMANCES
FAMILY TESTIMONIALS
FAMILY TESTIMONIALS
Familial support is integral the success of student musicians. The parents shared they perspective on how music instruction impacted their child's life.
"I love Alissa from ANG Music. She's amazing and oh so patient with my finicky 11 year old flute player. She's encouraging her lessons are organized. We did face to face lessons but discovered that my son was more compliant and eager to learn with virtual lessons. His skill level has improved and she provides extra opportunities for playing experience throughout the year."
-Tikeetha
"Hiring Alissa to instruct my daughter in flute lessons was the best thing I have ever done. Not only did she prepare my daughter for her college auditions on the flute but because of her lessons and persistence, my daughter gained admissions to several colleges. My daughter is now a Senior at Alabama State University. She is a Mighty Marching Hornet (Piccolo) and she also is in the Ensemble (on Oboe in Freshman year and Flute Sophomore and Junior year). Although my daughter is a Criminal Justice Major, her scholarship money comes from her playing instruments at Alabama State. Thank you Alissa for being a part of our village."
- Natalie
"Ms. Gittens is an EXCEPTIONAL Flute Instructor for my daughter. She enhanced my daughter's flute experience. Her private instruction has catipulted her to 1st Chair status and admissions to colleges and selection for various performances. My daughter's has greatly benefited from extraordinary flute instruction from Ms. Gittens." - Deetra
"The first time I met Ms. Alissa was at a flute conference in Virginia. I was so impressed with her professionalism and willingness to work with my daughter. Because of her work with my daughter, I saw a confidence in her I hadn't seen before. Ms. Alissa helped my daughter to become first chair in her band, and to successfully get in to honors band two years in a row. I am so grateful to Ms. Alissa for her commitment to serve our community and her talent." - Caren
STUDIO SUCCESS
STUDIO SUCCESS
Since 2014, students who participated in lessons with me for at least 90 days have scored a "Superior" rating during their district's Solo & Ensemble Festival
High school senior flutists who pursued music scholarships to their universities of choice as music major and non music majors have all obtained scholarship
All students who participated in annual recitals have expressed decreased performance anxiety in front of crowds over time and demonstrated increased confidence
Worked collaboratively with parents/guardians to identify students challenges, for example, students presenting symptoms of anxiety and/or depression so that additional support could be provided
Parents of students whose child identified as neurodiverse have observed increased ability to plan and communicate with dimished anxiety in front of crowds
Urban Flautistas Virtual Academy
Virtual group workshops offered to ANG Music Studio students, their families, and the general public to enhance the learning experience discussing topics impacting personal development, college-prep, and career development.
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