Alejandro Lombo
Flutist & Educator
A dedicated orchestral performer and passionate educator bringing refined artistry to the concert stage and the teaching studio.
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A dedicated orchestral performer and passionate educator bringing refined artistry to the concert stage and the teaching studio.
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Alejandro Lombo is the piccoloist of the Kansas City Symphony, and previously held the piccolo position with The Florida Orchestra. He has performed with the Philadelphia Orchestra, and the symphony orchestras of Detroit, Houston, London and Milwaukee, among others. Recent highlights include European tours alongside the Kansas City Symphony under Matthias Pintscher and the Philadelphia Orchestra under Yannick Nézet-Séguin.
He also has served as the principal flutist of Symphony in C and the Detroit Opera and was a fellow with the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra.
Alejandro is a graduate of the Curtis Institute of Music and the Juilliard School, where he studied with Jeffrey Khaner. He has also been deeply influenced by his studies with Erica Peel, Hannah Hammel and Chelsea Knox.
Alejandro is a Yamaha Performing Artist.
Outside of music, he enjoys trying new restaurants and staying active through weightlifting, running, biking and swimming.
Great musicianship requires more than talent. It takes curiosity, discipline, patience, and a willingness to confront what needs improvement. My teaching balances the pursuit of technical and artistic excellence with a reminder of what makes music worth pursuing: the ability to create something meaningful, unexpected, and even magical. I want students to leave each lesson with a clearer understanding of their craft, the tools to continue improving independently, and a deeper appreciation for the role music can play in their lives. The habits developed through serious musical study, including creative problem-solving, perseverance, and the ability to accept and apply critical feedback, are valuable far beyond the practice room.
Learn how to prepare smarter, not just practice longer. From audition-specific practice hacks and efficient excerpt preparation to performance-day strategies, develop the tools to maximize your preparation, avoid common pitfalls, and walk into auditions with confidence.
Go beyond playing the notes to become a compelling performer. Refine tone, phrasing, and musical expression while developing stage presence, confident body language, and the ability to connect with an audience. Learn to perform with poise, personality, and artistic intention.
Rigorous and structured preparation designed to guide aspiring music majors through every stage of the university or conservatory admissions process. From choosing competitive repertoire and crafting polished pre-screening recordings to mastering live audition psychology, develop a clear roadmap that transforms daunting requirements into a manageable, confident audition.
Refine the essential skills behind expressive, effortless playing. From tone development and embouchure efficiency to scales, articulation, and technical facility, lessons emphasize deliberate practice, efficient problem-solving, and the development of a reliable technical foundation.
Kansas City, MO Area
Available for local in-person lessons & global online instruction.
