What people are saying... - BARBARA KIMBER HARRINGTON, FLUTIST & EDUCATOR

What parents are saying...

“I am ever grateful for the constant and genuine care and encouragement you have generously shared with J, in addition to technique and musicianship expertly taught over this time.”  MF 2024

“You have been an incredible mentor for Z.”  TG 2024

“Thank you for sharing your passion and talent with A.” AG 2024

“We cannot begin to express how thankful we are for all that you have done for S these past years!  You have been a teacher, a mentor, an encourager and a friend!”  KR 2022

What students are saying...

“Words cannot express my gratitude for you cultivating my musicianship, advocating for me, and being my supporter. You have taught me so much more than just music.  You have taught me how to speak up for myself, how to conduct myself, and how to love music.  You have helped me work with what I have.  Music will always have a special place in my heart.”  JF 2024

“You have helped me discover what I want to do in the future, my true passion!  Thanks to you, I know what I want to do.”  ZY, 2024

“Thank you for all the efforts you have made to help me grow and for the challenges you have set for me, even when the going was rough. You were so patient with me.”  ZH 2023

“Thank you for being there for me even when you didn’t realize it.  Your lessons are the highlight of my week, and I truly wouldn’t be half the player or person I am today without you.”  LS, 2024

“Thank you for your encouragement of N, and your kindness and guidance over the years.”  PG, 2024

“Thank you for all the years of love and support you have given I.  You have help her to the highest level in so many ways and mentored her along with superb instruction.”  JE, 2024

“Thank you for always sticking with me and supporting me, even beyond your role as a flute teacher. I appreciate everything you’ve done.”  YS, 2024

“You’ve helped me reach more than musical goals and have helped me achieve where I am today.  I will always keep music in my life.”  JD, 2023

“You have been so much more than just a flute teacher to me.  You have gotten me through the tough times, taught me so many life lessons, and showed me who I want to be in the future.  You showed me how to work toward my goals and give me the honest truth, leaving a lasting impression on me which I can’t thank you enough for.”  EM, 2023

“Thank you for another year of encouragement and instruction, and for always believing in me!”  JF, 2023

“Thank you for everything you have done for me the past 6 years. I would not be the same musician or person if it weren't for lessons.  Thank you for the talks, duets, and constant support. You make all your students feel so loved.  You have watched me grow up and I will miss you and cherish the memories from these 6 years.”  MW, 2022

“Your passion and dedication to music and teaching inspires me to continue music in my next chapter in life!”  NC, 2022

“You give such good feedback and I feel like I improved so much in just a short period of time!”  AC, 2022

“Not only have you guided me in flute but also through life.  Thank you!”  BG, 2022

“You have encouraged me to branch out and explore other things like All State and Honor bands.   I have gotten so much better at flute thanks to you!”  SV, 2022

“I have achieved everything I wanted this year in flute.  Thank you so much.”  GD, 2022

“Thank you for making it fun to learn and play the flute.  I appreciate all the hard work you put into your students.”  WN, 2021

“I don’t know how I would have navigated the college audition process without your guidance.  I’ve been able to grow so much musically.  I never thought I’d be capable of accomplishing the things I have before I began lessons. Thank you for everything!” SR, 2021

“Thank you for everything you have done for me.  For teaching me, listening t me, and encouraging me.  I have learned so much!  Thank you for your encouragement and advice.  I’m excited for what the future will bring!” CC, 2021

“Thank you so much for the kind words and countless hours you invested in me.  You believed in me when I was a little7th grader who didn’t believe in herself.  I have learned more from you than just flute technique and tips.” CH, 2020

“Thank you for all of your help.  I have grown substantially as a musician because of lessons.  Thank you for being so patient with me.”  TG, 2018

“You were such a big part of my life, influencing my flute playing and life in general.  I really miss our lessons.  I’m so thankful that you were my teacher for so many years.  You are a part of my ‘where I am now’” HM, 2018

“Thank you for a wonderful year! You’ve helped me grow as a musician and person and I look forward to next year!”  AP, 2017

“Thank you for the many years of teaching.  You always put up with my antics, moments of frustration, and times when I could not find motivation.  You have been there through my achievements and failures.  I will be forever grateful for your encouragement and ability to motivate me. I cannot thank you enough.”  AS, 2016

“Thank you for all the hours you have spent teaching me, listening to me, and laughing at my quirks.  I’ve always looked forward to my lessons, they were always a bright spot in my week.  I never would have gotten my college band scholarship if not for our lessons.” BW, 2015

“You have been a phenomenal teacher and mentor.  I have grown in ways I never could have imagined, thanks to your guidance.  I will never forget all I’ve learned over the last 7 years!”  HC, 2012