Linda McClusky

Stephann (
Louisville, KY

Linda taught me in the 80's at a small private school as a middle school student through my first few years of college. She instilled such a love of music in me and was an exceptional teacher and encourager. I'm 47 now and havevmy own business in another field, but I still pick up my flute and piccolo from time to time and it brings my memories right back! She was great at helping me pick pieces that highlighted and enhanced my particular talents, as well as not letting me pass by pieces that would challenge me. I've thought of her often over the years and would love her to know just how wonderful a teacher she was to me!

Cameron
Camby, IN

A truly wonderful, gifted and living teacher who is willing to go the extra mile for her students. I am pretty sure neither one of us want me to put how long it has been since I was blessed to be one of her students... but when a student from this far back (who isn't even musically talented) remembers the impact enough to look her up then you know she is making a difference.

Gerry
Troy, NY

This testimonial is from a fellow music teacher. Linda McClusky is one of the finest music teachers that I have worked with throughout my career. Linda's knowledge of all aspects of performance with regards to style and technique is first rate, and her ability to get even the youngest student playing musically with the most beautiful tone is unique. She is the first person I would recommend to students looking for a private flute teacher, and without fail those students would be playing so much better in a short amount of time. Additionally, within a few years most of them would be playing some of the more challenging NYSSMA solos and receiving high grades. Linda's personality is most unassuming and friendly, and she has a wonderful sense of humor. Students are at once put at ease and enjoy the time they spend with Linda learning and making music. Without a doubt she is one of the finest teachers I have had the pleasure to know.

Megan
East Greenbush, NY

I can't believe the end of my senior year is here! Saturday morning lessons were one of the highlights of my high school career. You helped me progress from a level 3 to a 5 my sophomore year and to make the Empire State Wind Orchestra. All the while you made lessons fun, exciting, and worth getting up for on a Saturday morning! You have shaped my love of music tremendously and I will think of you when I play flute for the rest of my life.

Colleen
Slingerlands, NY

Thank you for your guidance over the past three years. You have shared your knowledge not only of how to play the flute, but also how to transform it into an instrument of beauty and expression, a timeless lesson.

Ashley
Nassau, NY

Thank you so much for all you have taught me through the years. I honestly have no idea where I would be in my musical life without you. Without you I have no idea what I would want to do in my life. I can't even begin to explain how eternally grateful I am for everything. You are the main reason why I'm still musically involved. Thank you so very, very much. (Ashley went on to major in music in 2013 at Ithaca College)

Ashley
Nassau, NY

You are a major part in my making the Empire State Youth Orchestra and getting a perfect score on a level 6 solo at NYSSMA. I have improved so much because of you.

Mara
Albany, NY

This is a parent testimonial: Thank you so much for another great year of teaching our daughter. We can see and hear from her that you not only give her guidance on the flute but also other personal encouragement and support. Only at the recital did we realize how much progress she has made with you musically. (June 2014)