Teaching Philosophy: "I believe music serves as a profound medium for articulating emotions and thoughts, ultimately facilitating a deeper understanding of the human experience. In both large ensemble settings and one-on-one lessons, my primary focus remains on the students and their individual unique needs. Music acts as a gateway to human connection, and the first step in that process is advocacy for a musical education. I firmly believe that everyone should have the opportunity to learn music, as education provides a safe space for self-expression and the freedom to make mistakes. My teaching approach emphasizes not just the techniques but also the underlying reasons behind them. I strive to foster curiosity among my students, encouraging them to discover their own authentic means of expression. In my lessons, students will never encounter the phrase, "I don’t know how to help you," as discovering and nurturing each student's preferred learning style is a fundamental aspect of my teaching approach."
Biography: Krissy is a passionate advocate for the role of music and music education in enhancing human experience. She believes in the transformative power of music-making for her students, aiding them in discovering and defining their own musical journeys. A proud graduate of the Fredonia School of Music, Krissy holds a Bachelor's degree in Music Education and Flute Performance, having studied various instruments including those in the band family, piano, voice, and strings. While she’ll always put flute and piccolo as her favorites, she admits a particular fondness for percussion, trumpet, and voice. She holds a recent Masters in Flute Performance from the Longy School of Music in Cambridge, MA. Here she was able to discover what it meant to go beyond performance and the classroom, and what it means to be a multi-faceted performer and individual.
Before pursuing her graduate studies in Boston, Krissy taught middle and high school band before serving as an elementary band director in Buffalo, NY. Here she learned her passion for teaching younger students, and also learned she has the energy and humor for it too! Krissy has taught private flute lessons for nearly a decade, and has always enjoyed working with students one-on-one and in small group settings. Since relocating to Boston in 2022, Krissy has taught woodwinds, brass, and piano in large and small group settings, and in one-on-one lessons. Krissy’s experience in providing private lessons to diverse students with various age ranges, combined with her passion for working within the public school system, equips her with a rich foundation of knowledge and creativity in her teaching approach. She loves teaching private lessons where she’s able to teach creative and engaging lessons while creating lasting bonds with individual students.
In recent years, Krissy has had the privilege of performing with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, the Flute Center of New York Virtual Choir, the Sinfonisches Verbandsjugendorchester Ortenau Germany Youth Wind Orchestra of Ortenau, and the El Sistema Boston Side-by-Side Orchestra. She has also performed for the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra Musician’s Masterclass on piccolo, and has had her chamber quintet, the Lyra Quintet, coached by Imani Winds, a Grammy-nominated group. Krissy has performed several works with new composers, including a piece involving wire strung between different string instruments and pottery. She recently performed at the 2024 Early Music America Festival with the Longy Baroque Flute Ensemble, her debut as a Baroque musician playing on a period instrument.
Having grown up with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Krissy often faced challenges in traditional learning settings; however, similar to many peers, she discovered a sense of belonging within the music department. This space enabled her to progress at her own pace and express her creativity and talents. Krissy believes that every student is distinct and unique, just like every note they play. She is dedicated to creating a nurturing and encouraging atmosphere where all students can thrive and feel capable of learning music, ensuring no one ever feels labeled as 'unteachable.'
Krissy began teaching in 2016 and joined Note-worthy Experiences in January 2025, where she teaches flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, percussion, and piano.
Biography: Krissy is a passionate advocate for the role of music and music education in enhancing human experience. She believes in the transformative power of music-making for her students, aiding them in discovering and defining their own musical journeys. A proud graduate of the Fredonia School of Music, Krissy holds a Bachelor's degree in Music Education and Flute Performance, having studied various instruments including those in the band family, piano, voice, and strings. While she’ll always put flute and piccolo as her favorites, she admits a particular fondness for percussion, trumpet, and voice. She holds a recent Masters in Flute Performance from the Longy School of Music in Cambridge, MA. Here she was able to discover what it meant to go beyond performance and the classroom, and what it means to be a multi-faceted performer and individual.
Before pursuing her graduate studies in Boston, Krissy taught middle and high school band before serving as an elementary band director in Buffalo, NY. Here she learned her passion for teaching younger students, and also learned she has the energy and humor for it too! Krissy has taught private flute lessons for nearly a decade, and has always enjoyed working with students one-on-one and in small group settings. Since relocating to Boston in 2022, Krissy has taught woodwinds, brass, and piano in large and small group settings, and in one-on-one lessons. Krissy’s experience in providing private lessons to diverse students with various age ranges, combined with her passion for working within the public school system, equips her with a rich foundation of knowledge and creativity in her teaching approach. She loves teaching private lessons where she’s able to teach creative and engaging lessons while creating lasting bonds with individual students.
In recent years, Krissy has had the privilege of performing with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, the Flute Center of New York Virtual Choir, the Sinfonisches Verbandsjugendorchester Ortenau Germany Youth Wind Orchestra of Ortenau, and the El Sistema Boston Side-by-Side Orchestra. She has also performed for the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra Musician’s Masterclass on piccolo, and has had her chamber quintet, the Lyra Quintet, coached by Imani Winds, a Grammy-nominated group. Krissy has performed several works with new composers, including a piece involving wire strung between different string instruments and pottery. She recently performed at the 2024 Early Music America Festival with the Longy Baroque Flute Ensemble, her debut as a Baroque musician playing on a period instrument.
Having grown up with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Krissy often faced challenges in traditional learning settings; however, similar to many peers, she discovered a sense of belonging within the music department. This space enabled her to progress at her own pace and express her creativity and talents. Krissy believes that every student is distinct and unique, just like every note they play. She is dedicated to creating a nurturing and encouraging atmosphere where all students can thrive and feel capable of learning music, ensuring no one ever feels labeled as 'unteachable.'
Krissy began teaching in 2016 and joined Note-worthy Experiences in January 2025, where she teaches flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, percussion, and piano.