About Carly Alba

I started on the flute at the age of 10 and never stopped playing since then! During middle school and high school, I participated in Solo & Ensemble Festivals every year and received a superior each year. I passed the audition to be in District Band. I was the first chair in symphonic band, section leader in marching band, and principal flute in the orchestra. It was around this time that I started taking piano lessons and participating in recitals and competitions. Because of the positive experience and opportunities I had in the music program in my school, I decided to continue music at the college level.

I received my B.A. in Music & Spanish from George Mason University where I studied under Jenny Lapple. During my time at GMU, I participated in the flute choir, band ensemble, masterclasses, competitions, and recitals, and took lessons from Gary Schocker. I was also accepted into Aria International Summer Academy. I have studied music theory, music history, pedagogy, and repertoire extensively and want to inspire students to be the best musicians they can be!