Teaching Experience

Ruth Kasckow brings over 30 years of experience teaching flute to students of all ages and levels. Her work spans private instruction, school programs, and conservatory settings, with a focus on developing strong musical skills, confidence, and a lifelong connection to music.

Private Studio

• Private flute studio, La Cañada / Pasadena area (1981–present)
• In-person and online instruction

Teaching & Faculty Positions

• Flute Mentor, Crescenta Valley High School, Glendale Unified School District (2022–2025)
• Flute Teacher, La Cañada School of Music (2012–2020)
• Woodwind Instructor & Concert Band Director, La Cañada Elementary Schools (2017–2022)
• Assistant Woodwind & Flute Instructor, La Cañada Elementary Schools (2012–2015)
• Faculty, Pasadena Suzuki Music Program (2011–2019)
• Flute Teacher, Old Town Music Co., Pasadena (1981–2002)
• Flute Teacher, Pasadena Conservatory of Music (1983–1998)

Early Teaching Experience

• Music Teacher, Pinewood School (1978–1979)
• K–6 General Music Teacher, Baltimore City Public Schools (1975–1977)

Areas of Focus

• Tone development and sound production
• Technique, articulation, and coordination
• Musical expression and interpretation
• Body awareness and efficient movement
• Performance preparation and confidence

Certifications & Professional Development

• Franklin Method Educator Level 4
• Licensed Body Mapping Educator
• Suzuki Flute Teacher Training
• Music Together Teacher Training

Workshops & Teaching Engagements

Ruth has presented workshops in Body Mapping and music wellness for organizations including:

• National Flute Association
• Performing Arts Medicine Association
• Association for Body Mapping Education
• Universities and schools including CSUN, Loyola Marymount, Biola University, and others

She also teaches Playing Flute from the Inside Out on Lessonface.

Performance Experience (Selected)

• Kasckow–Pezzone Duo (2021–present)
• Pasadena Chamber Music Collective / Avanti
• Santa Monica Symphony, Opera a la Carte, and other orchestras
• Freelance flutist in the Los Angeles area

Student Opportunities

Students have participated in:

• MTAC Certificate of Merit and VOCE
• SYMF Competition
• PYSO and YOLA programs
• School ensembles and studio recitals