Vancouver Island Coastal Flutes

Excellence was the central focus. Clearly the teaching comes from deep rooted knowledge and of the highest caliber. Creating a strong foundation based on the teachings of the great masters, of which she received personal instruction from Moyce, Gilbert, Rampal, etc makes September Payne’s teaching vitally important. When investing in a musical/flute education, having a knowledgeable, experienced teacher with a track record of producing fabulous artists is essential. Having September come and perform a master class for my students was a fun and powerful experience for my students. The teaching was validating and rewarding for everyone and we had a fabulous time together joyfully learning with her many pearls of wisdom. I highly recommend this studio.

September is a wonderful teacher who is very kind and giving to her students. She has a mountain of experience and really works with her students to find their best capabilities. She has trained with many of the greats and has taught in many capacities throughout her career. She is also great with beginners as well as other levels of abilities.

I have had the pleasure of team teaching with Dr. September Payne. She is knowledgeable, perceptive, and an inspiration to those that work and study with her. Her students play beautifully, musically and sensitively which is a testament to her ability to work with young people in a way that encourages and inspires. No matter your level, Dr. Payne, can help you achieve your goals. If you are a parent looking for a mentor for your child, someone who can instill good study habits in addition to a cultural experience, then this is your person! If you are an adult, you will find in Dr. Payne, an intellectual “equal” and friend. Her experience as a human being and a life lived as a musician is her greatest strength.

My daughter Elisha started her flute lesson with Dr. September Payne when she was nine years old and had been a student of hers for eight years until she moved back to Canada. It had been an enjoyable, exciting and rewarding experience. September was an incredibly knowledgeable, skilled, motivated and passionate musician and teacher. She was loving, caring and always keen to her students’ needs. Elisha was able to make great progress while enjoying music and learning. Under September’s instruction, Elisha had performed well as a competitive soloist in many competitions at different levels, starting from winning San Diego Flute Guild in her fourth grade, to finishing First Place Alternate three times at different California State Finals. She was also selected as a member of the High School Honor Performance Series and played at Sydney Opera House in her sophomore year in high school. Even though September moved away, she remains one of Elisha’s favorite teachers. Elisha, now a freshman at Duke, still keeps a close relationship with September. She loves her flute, her music and her flute teacher.

September is an outstanding flute teacher! My daughter thrives under her instruction. She has lead so many students to reach outstanding achievements, as well as numerous award winning students. September’s experience in teaching is so exceptional, I highly recommend anyone try her and learn for themselves. They will quickly find that they are in the hands of a genius instructor.