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The Schur Method Music Studio

Moira Schur Craw, is an accomplished flutist and teacher with over 35 years teaching experience specializing in flute and including all woodwind and brass instruments. She offers private music lessons to students ranging from young children to adults. Mrs. Craw is a popular teacher who creates a friendly rapport with students from Wilton and surrounding towns. Her lessons are based on The Schur Method, her comprehensive music instruction book, which is the result of her many years of experience.

While her university degree is in flute performance, Mrs. Craw taught band in public and private schools and is a favorite of middle and high school students. Enthusiastic and creative, Mrs. Craw

College student preparing for a special audition
College student preparing for a special audition

offers services specially tailored to them: “In addition to lessons, I can support your middle and high school band classes with music theory sessions, and I can help you prepare a great college entrance CD.” she said. “I also offer the opportunity for all students to learn from each other in small performance parties.”

Ms. Craw with trumpet student
Ms. Craw with trumpet student

Mrs. Craw is proud of her students’ success: “The students I teach privately are excelling in their school programs, many of them sitting first chair. Many play in local youth symphonies and regional music festivals, and several of my students have gone on to study music in college.”

Mrs. Craw teaches a wide range of instruments, and can help students of any age select an instrument from the list below:

  • Flute/Piccolo
  • Oboe
  • Clarinet
  • Saxophone
  • Bassoon
  • Trumpet
  • French Horn
  • Baritone Horn
  • Trombone
  • Euphonium
  • Piano
  • Recorder
  • Drums
  • Percussion
  • Music Theory

Mrs. Craw can demonstrate any or all instruments for you in an introductory lesson.

Ms. Craw's lessons develop a love of music.
Ms. Craw’s lessons develop a love of music.

While Mrs. Craw is classically trained, she can teach in any music style including, Early Music, Baroque and Renaissance, Classical, Jazz, Irish, Contemporary, and more.

For adults starting as new players or continuing as experienced players,

A student finding the instrument that most inspires him.
A student finding the instrument that most inspires him.

she can help you learn or improve your abilities on the instrument of your choice.  Whether you’re playing for your own enjoyment or preparing to join an ensemble, for relaxation, or for mental exercise, Moira can help you explore the world of music.

The Schur Method Music Studio follows the Wilton public school calendar. For more information or to schedule a lesson, contact Moira Schur Craw by email.