About Traverso lessons

The Traverso

The traverso, the baroque flute's popular Italian name, is the predecessor of the modern silver flute and was played during the late 17th until the late 18th centuries. It is an instrument made of wood and boasts all but one key: a model which was actually considered by some to be the ultimate construction for the flute at the time ... and by a many who like to play baroque music on period instruments even today!

Wooden Flute - New Sounds

This wooden one-keyed flute encourages us to explore new sound colours and styles as we delve into the playing practices of the past. Are you curious about working with 'early' music? Maybe you're already an avid wind player in search of new experiences and sound worlds? Or perhaps you're at the beginning of your musical journey? Either way, the traverso is the ultimate guide to beautiful, sensitive and fulfilling wind playing!

"Affektenlehre", or the doctrine of the passions

In the 18th century, music was composed according to the theory of "affects" or "passions". These were what we might call the "emotions" that the music was meant to arouse in the listener. We will explore each piece to find the different affects it suggests, and we might use techniques derived from historical theater so that you are able to embody these affects and then express them in your playing.

Playing the traverso should make you feel good!

Playing an instrument is a beautiful way of connecting intense intellectual and emotional focus with fine physical skills. When these elements come together in the right way, making music becomes a deeply gratifying experience. We will work together on enhancing all of them, so you can connect to the music intellectually, emotionally, and physically. We will take care that you understand the music, that you are moved by it, and thatyour posture and technique help you express yourself exactly as you want to. Improvisation In the 18th century, a clear distinction was made between "Liebhaber", someone who only played music that waswritten, and "Kenner", someone who understood the rules of composition. The distinction was often made depending on whether the musician knew how to compose music "ex tempore", that is, how to improvise. Improvising ornaments on the piece you are playing, for instance, can give you a very refreshing look on how toapproach it, and will give you greater freedom to make the music your own.

Bach, Telemann or Mozart

The traverso offers a direct connection to the music of Bach, Telemann, Mozart, and their contemporaries. It is especially valuable for flutists seeking deeper stylistic understanding--but it is also accessible to beginners, including adults who wish to begin their musical learning with a historically informed perspective. Lessons can be technical, exploratory, or both--tailored to what you're looking for.

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Kies je muziekleraar

Gefeliciteerd! Je volgende stap is om de pagina te bekijken van de muziekleraar over wie je meer wilt weten. Neem contact op met een gediplomeerde muziekleraar bij jou in de buurt en boek een proefles!

Proefles

De proefles is de perfecte gelegenheid om de lesfrequentie, de locatie, je favoriete muziekstijlen of andere stijlen die je wilt ontdekken te bespreken en om je toekomstige leraar te leren kennen. Boek je eerste lespakket en ontvang een gratis proefles. (Normale prijs EU 25,-)

Privémuzieklessen voor alle leeftijden

Op de website van Vivaldi Music Lessons vind je allerlei soorten muzieklessen voor beginners en gevorderden. Instrumentale en vocale muzieklessen voor kinderen, tieners en volwassenen.

Waarom muziekles?

Muziek verbetert je humeur, maakt je vrolijk, brengt je in beweging en geeft je positieve energie! Muziek maken is een van de meest motiverende en gezonde activiteiten in het leven!

Jouw favoriete muziek

We richten onze aandacht op het repertoire dat jij het meest persoonlijk vindt. Hiervoor zijn constructieve feedback, persoonlijke oefeningen, tips en inspiratie van een toegewijde professionele muziekdocent de beste keuze!

Muzieklessen bij jou in de buurt!

  • Voor kinderen, tieners, volwassenen - alle niveaus
  • Flexibiliteit met lespakketten van 5 of 10 lessen van 30, 45 of 60 minuten
  • Gratis proefles bij aankoop van een lespakket (normaal € 25,-)
  • Privélessen bij de leraar of bij jou thuis
  • Gezellige en positieve sfeer tijdens je lessen

Lespakketten

Lestijden, betaling van de lessen en locatie worden individueel tussen jou en je leraar geregeld. Pakketten van 5 of 10 lessen van 30, 45 en 60 minuten.

Online lessen

Als je online lessen wilt volgen, kun je rechtstreeks contact opnemen met de docent van je keuze en de mogelijkheden bespreken.

 

Choose your Traverso teacher

Congratulations! Your next step is to check out the page of the music teacher you want to know more about. Get in touch with the traverso teacher in your area and book a trial lesson!

Trial Traverso lesson

The trial lesson is the perfect situation to discuss the frequency of the lessons, the location, the music styles you like most or other styles you may wish to explore and to get to know your future traverso teacher. Book your first lesson pack, and receive a free trial lesson. (Normal price EU 25,- )

Private Music Lessons For All Ages

At Vivaldi Music Lessons website you will find all types of music lessons for beginners and advanced. Instrumental and vocal music lessons for children, teenagers and adults.

Why Music Lessons?

Music lightens your mood, cheers you up, gets you moving and gives you positive energy! Making music is one of the most motivating and healthy activities in life!

Your Favourite Music

The repertoire for traverso which you find the most personal to you is where we will focus our attention. For this, constructive feedback, personalised exercises, tips and inspiration from a dedicated professional traverso teacher are best choice!

Traverso Lessons near you!

  • Traverso Lessons for children, teenagers, adults - all levels
  • Flexibility with Lesson Packs of  5 or 10 x 30, 45 or 60 minute lessons
  • Free trial lesson with the purchase of a Lesson Pack (normally 25,-)
  • Private traverso lessons at the teacher's place or at your home
  • In person or online lessons
  • Cosy and positive atmosphere in your lessons

Lesson Packs

Lesson time, payment of the lessons and location are arranged individually between you and your traverso teacher. Packs of 5 or 10 traverso lessons of 30 minutes, 45 minutes, and 60 minutes.

Lesson Locations

The Traverso Lessons will take place at the teacher's place or studio or in the comfort of your own home.

Online Traverso Lessons

If you wish to follow online lessons, you can contact the traverso teacher of your choice directly and discuss the possibilities.

Music Theory Lessons

Do you wish to know more about the backgrounds of music? Learn more about harmony, tonalities and musical structures? Find your traverso teacher and discover the advantages of knowledge of music theory.