Hi! I am a flutist and music librarian based in Northern California. If you are interested in taking lessons with me, please go to my lessons page for more information. To get in touch with me regarding performances, recording, collaborations, and more, please see my contact page.

Bio

Breanna Daley is a flutist and music librarian based in Northern California. She is currently the Ensemble Librarian for the Conservatory of Music at University of the Pacific in Stockton, California. In addition to ensemble librarianship, she has experience working with academic music library collections and public history archives.Alongside her career in librarianship, Breanna is active as a flutist. She maintains a private studio, and previously taught in the woodwind and music history areas at the University of Northern Iowa School of Music. She has performed with the Washington-Idaho and Folsom Lake symphonies, currently plays with the Sacramento Symphonic Winds and the Camellia City Flute Choir, and serves on the board for the Sacramento Flute Club. She was a finalist in the Washington State University Concerto Competition and named runner-up in the Washington-Idaho Symphony Young Artist Competition.As a researcher, Breanna often focuses on flute music by women, LGBTQ+, and other underrepresented composers. Her music history master’s thesis "The Flute Music of Claude Arrieu: Jean Pierre Rampal, Radio, and the French Flute School" examines two lesser-known flute compositions written by French female composer Claude Arrieu. She has also recently assisted with the transcribing and indexing of a Medieval codex believed to have been used by women in a convent in Poissy, France, and participated in a joint research presentation on this codex at the University of Iowa.Originally from Sacramento, Breanna holds a BM in Flute Performance from Washington State University, and MMs in Flute Performance and Music History from University of Northern Iowa. Her primary teachers are Sophia Tegart and Hannah Porter Occeña. When she's not practicing or organizing shelves of sheet music, Breanna loves reading fantasy novels, hiking, and hanging out with her two cats.

Take Lessons With Me

Welcome to my flute studio! My goal as a teacher is to provide students with a positive environment to be creative, challenge themselves, and have fun. I believe that every person can benefit from training in music, and I will do my best to help the student work towards what they are looking for in flute lessons. I aim to give students the resources to become independent, focused learners and confident, well-rounded musicians.I teach students of all ages and skill levels, and my studio is a safe space for everyone regardless of sexual orientation, race, religion, and gender identity. As someone who is neurodivergent and deals with chronic conditions, I strive for my lessons to be accessible to anyone. I am always open and willing to accommodate students with differences/disabilities.I teach out of my home in Loomis, California.

What We Do in Lessons

Lessons with me are always tailored towards each individual student, but there are fundamental aspects of my teaching I prioritize with everyone. These are just a few examples of what we may do in lessons.

  • Work on the fundamentals - notes, rhythm, intonation, dynamics, breath control

  • Learn effective practice strategies

  • Develop and hone musicality and expression

  • Learn correct posture and movement when playing

  • Discuss the historical and cultural significance of the music

  • Learn to interpret music based upon the time period and style

  • Work on managing performance anxiety

  • Prepare for auditions (All-State, Honor Band, collegiate), competitions, recitals, concerts, and more

Get Started

If you are interested in taking lessons, here are the next steps!

  1. Fill out the interest form below with your contact information.

  2. Once I receive your response, I will reach out to set up a lesson time if there is availability in my studio.

Media

Claude Arrieu, Sonatine
Recorded September 2024 with Jun Lee, piano

Toru Takemitsu, Itinerant
Recorded October 2022

Carl Reinecke, Sonata "Undine" IV. Finale
Recorded October 2022, with Dr. Robin Guy, piano

More videos can be found on my instagram and youtube below!

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