About BBR

Bassoonist Brenda Balazs-Reylek, currently of Port Washington, NY, is an active performer throughout Long Island. Originally from North Carolina, Brenda attended the North Carolina School of the Arts, where she earned her Bachelor’s and Master of Music degrees. She also earned a number of awards and scholarships, including the Fletcher Opera Orchestra Scholarship Read more [...] Read more

Mission Statement

Music is complex. Learning the ins and outs of such a multifaceted art can be arduous. It is not my expectation for my students to be perfect, but it is my intention to make them aware of their musical imperfections, and how to eradicate them. I conduct my lessons in a manner where the students should never feel stressed, as I am only their musical guide, not a judge. Read more [...] Read more

Testimonials

Brenda was my daughter's bassoon teacher after deciding her previous teacher had lost his desire to progress with my daughter's playing. Brenda was energetic, knowledgeable, talented, eager to teach, and really wanted to see my daughter improve as a bassoonist. Read more [...] Read more

Welcome

I've made the move from NY to NC! New location is northern Garner, just outside of downtown Raleigh. Lessons and bookings are unavailable while we settle in, but feel free to send in inquiries for availability. I'm currently accepting registrations for late Summer/Fall. Read more [...]