Dr. Vera Flaig

Biography

Vera H. Flaig is a dedicated educator and classical guitarist with over 40 years of experience in teaching guitar. She holds a Bachelor of Music degree in Classical Guitar from the University of Manitoba, a Bachelor of Education from York University, and a Doctor of Philosophy in Musicology from the University of Michigan. Vera began her musical journey at age twelve, initially playing in rock bands before shifting her focus to classical guitar. She has studied under renowned guitarists, including Harold Micay, Christopher Parkening, and Pepé Romero. Vera has participated in masterclasses with leading guitarists and has developed a personal approach to teaching that caters to the interests and abilities of her students. She is certified as a Suzuki Guitar Teacher and actively teaches at the Ann Arbor Suzuki Guitar Institute. In addition to her teaching, she maintains an active performance career in various settings, including restaurants, cafés, and weddings, aiming to create a participatory music-making experience for learners. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes the joy and meditative qualities of playing the guitar, drawing on a wealth of classical methods as well as inspirations from a diverse range of genres.

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