From Kathryn, undergraduate student at UC Santa Barbara:
“Taking lessons with Jordana always makes my day a little brighter! Jordana is great at tracking your improvement over time and giving constructive feedback. She always has great exercises to try out to improve my playing and helps me solve specific problems that I encounter. Jordana has made the most out of switching to an online setting and continues to help me master new techniques and explore different genres of music. She always has a kind word to say and has helped me become a much better flute player.”
From Wendy of Pennsylvania, parent of a student (age 10):
“My daughter took lessons with Jordana. She was very patient with her and she was very knowledgeable when it comes to music! Wonderful teacher!”
From Ashley, undergraduate student at UC Santa Barbara:
“Jordana is great at giving constructive feedback in a positive way that allows you to understand what needs to improve without discouraging you. She always motivates me to do better and improve which is so important in a flute teacher.”
UCSB undergraduate students taking Private Flute Lessons and Flute Choir, Winter 2020. Comments were received anonymously via UCSB Evaluation System for Course Instruction:
“I used to always feel terrified to go to a lesson and it was one of my dreaded classes because I was so nervous and it felt very high pressure. Jordana is very sweet and good at giving feedback in a constructive but also positive manner. She doesn't make me feel under pressure and I really enjoy lessons with her.”
“Jordana fostered a welcoming environment; a great role model for younger performers as a graduate student, exciting enthusiasm.”
“Jordana is always very encouraging and always looking for solutions to issues, very flexible.”
“She always has a smile her face and brings a positive attitude to all of us. Jordana is very kind and always mindful of giving feedback in front of a group. She has a great knowledge of the instrument and a lot of good tips on how to improve certain techniques and help us to sound better.”
“Jordana is very encouraging and so kind! She made me feel at ease playing. She is very approachable, and truly cares. She gives great tips too.”
“My TA has given great tips to help me improve different aspects of my technique. She has creative ways to try something out from a different way that I had been doing something.”
“She is very positive and supportive of every student.”
UCSB undergraduate students taking Private Flute Lessons and Flute Choir, Fall 2019. Comments were received anonymously via UCSB Evaluation System for Course Instruction:
“Jordana is very kind to students and personable, making first years feel very comfortable.”
“Jordana is communicative and extremely invested in the class. Always offers help and guidance.”
“She is always encouraging and really supportive! Even when I was having trouble, I never felt bad after a lesson.”
“My TA has given interesting and helpful tips to improve my technique, which I have found to be very useful.”
“She makes sure we all get to know each other, creating a positive work environment.”
“She always offers help and assistance to those in need or wanting of help.”
“Jordana does a great job of encouraging everyone to play well together, not just as individuals.”
“Jordana is really good at having all of us switch parts instead of keeping everyone on the same part.”
