At the heart of “Ms. Natalie's” studio is a simple belief: music has the power to shape not only exceptional musicians, but exceptional human beings.
For more than 30 years, Natalie Haworth-Liu has mentored young flutists throughout Silicon Valley, creating a studio where artistic excellence, personal growth, and genuine human connection flourish together.
Natalie believes the study of music is about far more than mastering notes and technique. It is an opportunity to develop confidence, resilience, creativity, discipline, and a lifelong appreciation for beauty.
Her teaching combines a strong technical foundation with an individualized approach that honors each student's personality, learning style, and goals. Lessons emphasize healthy technique, beautiful tone, musical expression, thoughtful practice habits, performance preparation, and a broad and inspiring repertoire. Alongside these musical skills, Natalie naturally incorporates mindset, confidence-building, and performance psychology, equipping students with tools that extend well beyond the practice room.
As an active performer, conductor, and certified life coach, Natalie teaches from experience. She understands the challenges musicians face and strives to create an environment where students feel both supported and challenged. Her studio is known for its warmth, high standards, laughter, and lasting relationships. Many students remain with her for years and continue to seek her guidance well into adulthood.
Natalie's students have earned concerto competition victories, principal positions in leading youth orchestras, all-state and county honors, command performances, and scholarships to prestigious summer festivals and university music programs. Many have gone on to successful careers as performers, educators, and creative professionals.
While she celebrates these achievements, Natalie believes they are simply milestones along a much larger journey. Her greatest joy is watching students grow into confident, thoughtful, expressive individuals who approach both music and life with curiosity, integrity, and resilience.
More than flute lessons.
What Students and Families Are Saying
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Jean Y. - Parent
Natalie helped my daughter develop her love of music from an early age and has been such a positive influence. She has a wonderful rapport with kids and has the ability to motivate them through encouragement and setting appropriate expectations rather than fear. At Natalie’s suggestion, my daughter joined a youth symphony. As she progressed, I greatly appreciated Natalie's effort to ensure she was ready for her auditions - reviewing her music, highlighting what she needed to focus on - and even attending some of the concerts!
Now in college, my daughter received a scholarship to study flute!
One of the other parents in my daughter’s youth symphony asked about Natalie because she was impressed with my daughter’s playing. Her daughter is now studying with Natalie, and she has noticed a big improvement - they love her! Natalie is a fantastic teacher and adored by her students, who come back to her for lessons when they can, even after high school!
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Leah L. - Parent
Through her flute lessons with Natalie, not only did our daughter increase her skills as a flutist, she gained confidence, organizational skills, and persistence that served her well in her academics and other extra-curricular interests. She credits her impact on her school's band program and Track & Field team on what she learned as a flute student under Natalie's coaching. Natalie sets a high standard for her students, AND she makes it fun. Our daughter looked forward to lessons each week. Her studio attracts wonderful and talented students, and you will learn from and be inspired by them as well.
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Anastasia S. - Student
Ms.Natalie is an extremely amazing and patient teacher that makes taking lessons fun.
She always knows the perfect thing to say to help me understand something.
She inspires me greatly, and I look forward to my weekly lessons.
Flute lessons allow me to grow confidence in my abilities, and I've learned to not be as afraid of messing up as I used to be. As a musician, I have learned to appreciate and enjoy all types of music.
Taking lessons has taught me to be dedicated and motivated, which helps me in all aspects of my life. Playing the flute is one of my favorite things, putting me in a good mood every time I play.
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Kayla C. - Student
My flute lessons with Ms. Natalie have taught me patience and persistence. Not only has her advice helped me gain a better understanding of how to interpret music, but it has trained my ear and helped me become a more skillful flutist.
I use what I learn with Ms. Natalie in my academics as well. My flute lessons encourage me to strive to learn more and achieve the best that I am capable of…She teaches flute lessons with the perfect balance of challenge and fun, and I always leave eager to learn the new music. Most importantly, Ms. Natalie taught me that you grow when you put yourself out of your comfort zone.
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Sabrina W. - Student
Ms. Natalie is very good at what she does. She challenges you just the right amount and makes you feel motivated to practice. She is also very funny and can talk about things that are not just flute.
I have gotten better at diligently practicing as well as being more patient with myself when I can’t play something right. I have something to work on and be proud of.
