Here are some examples of comments found on evaluations from former and current students. |"Professor Hertel is very respectful of students at all levels. She is understanding while working with re-beginners. She has allowed me to enjoy playing the flute again and brought me to a level at which I am comfortable playing in public."

"Professor Hertel has been my teacher for 4 years and has helped me improve myself as a person as well as a musician. I feel lucky to have been her student."

"I enjoyed my lessons very much. Prof. Hertel is a wonderful professor who really cares about her students."

"Prof. Hertel was very nice and seemed genuinely concerned about students as individuals."

"Prof. Hertel is an incredible flute teacher. She helped me overcome obstacles in playing and helped me reach my potential."

"Prof. Hertel was an exceptional instructor. I have been taking flute lessons all my life, but I have never made so much progress. I was engouraged and challenged just enough. I enjoyed making time and putting effort into this course. Thanks!"