Testimonials

 
“Proficiency on a musical instrument is an art form; being able to teach the aforementioned is a completely separate art form.”    -Dr. Jonathan Laflamme

 

Dr. Jonathan received the distinguished “Music Educator of the Year Award” from the prestigious School Band and Orchestra Magazine for the state of Minnesota.

 
Dr. Jonathan Laflamme is a Signed Artist- KHS, learn more HERE. 

           

Studying jazz improvisation with Dr. Jonathan has been one of my very best musical learning experiences. Jonathan is an exceptional educator who has accurately assessed my skill level, adeptly focused my learning, and gently guided my skill-building. He brings the music/performance to life through demonstration and is clearly an exceptional musician. As a result of studying with Jonathan, I’ve gained both confidence and competency in jazz improvisation that I’m able to apply to my own performances!

– Cheryl L. Bann, Ph.D. Consultant, Educator, jazz improvisation student

 

 

I have been playing trumpet for over 50 years with very little formal training. After playing under Dr. Jonathan in the Central Lakes Jazz Orchestra and Wind Symphony, Dr. Jonathan inspired me to be a better musician. I began private lessons six months ago and have found them valuable, rewarding, and enjoyable. Jonathan motivates students to be better musicians and better people. 

– Rev. Dr. Michael Hartwell

“Some people (e.g., other Saxophonists at varying capabilities) have asked me why I take lessons from someone who’s primary instrument is Trumpet.  My response is, it is not the instrument the instructor plays, it is the instructor.  Other saxophonists have noted my improvement and have followed me in also taking Jazz Improvisation Lessons from Dr. Laflamme.”
 
Jon Williams, CPA

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