Tadeu Coelho

FluteSchool of Music

A recipient of the coveted Board of Governors Excellence in Teaching Award, flute professor Tadeu Coelho is the creator of an incredibly effective pedagogical system of teaching music to instrumentalists. Called "3 Steps to Glory," this system has aided hundreds of aspiring musicians to overcome technical difficulties on their instrument, achieving a more fluid and musical approach to performance.

In his classroom, students learn not only their part, but work with the full score. They discuss composers, works and the importance of their art to their audiences. Tadeu Coelho's students are highly communicative and independent thinkers. They become self-motivators with a zest to their art and work.

Dr. Coelho's collaborative spirit spreads across the different areas of his work. He promotes camaraderie and support among the flute studio members. I fondly remember that he encouraged us not only to pursue our own highest potential but also to help our peers unlock their own, thus creating a supportive environment for excellence.

Flute Studio alumni

He knew what I was capable of before I even began studying with him, and continued to push me beyond what I thought I was capable of, because he held that much belief in who I am as a musician and an artist, as he does with each of his students.

Flute Studio alumni

Dr. Coelho encouraged me to dream big about what I wanted to do, how I wanted to impact the world, and what I wanted my life to look like. However, he did not stop there. He equipped me with tactical tools and resources for how to achieve my dreams.

Flute Studio alumni

Credentials

Former Principal Flute of the Hoffer Synphniker, Germany
Former Principal Flute, Santa Fe Symphony
Former Flute Section, São Paulo Municipal Orchestra
Former Associate Professor of Flute at University of Iowa (UIOWA)
Former Assistant Professor of Flute at University of New Mexico

Career Highlights

Has released eight CDs:
• "Quarteto Vivace Brasil: Live from New Orleans"
• "Azules: Enchanting Latin Music for the Soul for Flute and Harp"
• "Nocturnes: Romantic Works for Flute and Piano"
• "Modernly Classic: Mid 20th Century Works for Flute and Piano"
• "Eighteenth-Century Flute Sonatas"
• "Life Drawing: Works for Solo Flute"
• "¡Rompe!: Chamber Music for Flute and Clarinet from Mexico"
• "Tadeu Coelho Plays Flute Music from Brazil"
Has published the complete works of Pattápio Silva