Sarah Coulter
BA, DipTchg, LTCL
Sarah Coulter Flute+Piccolo School is a welcoming space in Rolleston where flute and piccolo players of all ages and levels discover the joy of music-making. With a focus on personalized, supportive teaching, we build strong technical foundations, beautiful tone, and expressive artistry– whether you’re just starting out, advancing your skills as an adult, playing in groups, or exploring the sparkling world of piccolo. Lessons are tailored to your goals in a friendly environment that encourages confidence, creativity, and lifelong love of the flute family.
Beginners
Our Beginner Flute classes are the ideal introduction for children and adults new to the instrument. We build strong foundations from the first clear sound – proper assembly, posture, embouchure, basic fingerings, and breathing – through patient, enjoyable lessons with simple melodies. No prior experience required; just bring your enthusiasm.
Adults
For adult flutists seeking greater mastery, our adult lessons focus on refining tone, agility, vibrato, dynamics, and extended techniques. We explore challenging repertoire, orchestral excerpts, advanced etudes, and interpretive depth to support personal artistic growth, prepare for recitals, or simply enjoy playing at a higher level.
Groups
Our Groups bring players of similar ages and levels together for collaborative learning. Combining individual technique with duets, small ensembles, and creative activities, these sessions build teamwork, listening skills, and motivation – complete with performance opportunities and a supportive, social atmosphere.
Piccolo
Our piccolo instruction helps flute players master this bright, high-register instrument. We address the unique challenges of piccolo embouchure, precise intonation, breath control, and fingerings, developing a clear, confident tone suitable for orchestral or solo repertoire.
Meet Sarah
Qualified, experienced and professional.
Sarah Coulter is a qualified and passionate flute teacher with experience in guiding students of all ages and levels. Holding a Diploma of Teaching, a Bachelor of Arts, and the prestigious LTCL (Licentiate of the Trinity College London) in flute performance, she brings deep expertise to her teaching. Sarah has performed across a wide range of styles – from orchestral and classical repertoire to contemporary, jazz, and chamber music – while also specialising in music theory and teaching of beginner recorder. Her warm, encouraging approach helps every student build confidence, technical mastery, and a genuine love for music.
Location
Sarah Coulter Flute+Piccolo School is situated in Rolleston, Canterbury, and super-handy to towns in-and-around the Selwyn District such as Lincoln, Prebbleton, West Melton, Kirwee, Darfield, Hornby and Dunsandel.
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