About Francesca V.
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NBCT Music Speicialist
Aug, 2003 - PresentSarasota Public Schools
I teach Elementary Music Instruction that includes: singing, percussion instruments, keyboard, recorder and movement. I direct a children's choir that is frequently featured in the National Association for Music Education's yearly Music In Our Schools month production called "The Concert" I also continue to sing professionally in Sarasota, and Anna Maria Island.
Education
B.A. Music / Theater Education
Jan, 1984 - Dec, 1988University of Wisconsin - Madison
Music Education
Aug, 1996 - Jun, 2003Alverno College
Masters of Music - Vocal Performance and Minor in Piano
Aug, 1989 - Dec, 1992The Manhattan School of Music
Certifications
Kodaly Level I
Jul, 2010DePaul University - Chicago
Kids, Choir and Drums
Jul, 2014Music Workshops, Inc
National Board Certification
Nov, 2011Department of Education
Awards
Second Place
Nov, 1988National Association of Teachers of Singing
3rd place Regional finalist, WI
Nov, 1996Metropolitan Opera
Semi finalist
Nov, 1992Bell Canto Competion, New Haven CT
Affiliations
Sigma Alpha Iota (ΣΑΙ)
Aug, 1984Sigma Alpha Iota is a professional International Music Fraternity for women. Formed to uphold the highest standards of music and to further the development of music in America and throughout the world, it continues to provide musical and educational resources to its members and the general public.Sigma Alpha Iota operates its own national philanthropy, Sigma Alpha Iota Philanthropies, Inc.
National Association for Music Education
Oct, 1998Founded in 1907, NAfME is among the world’s largest arts education organizations. NAfME advocates at the local, state, and national levels; provides resources for teachers, parents, and administrators; hosts professional development events; and offers a variety of opportunities for students and teachers.
National Education Association
Oct, 1994The National Education Association (NEA), the nation's largest professional employee organization, is committed to advancing the cause of public education. NEA's 3 million members work at every level of education—from pre-school to university graduate programs. NEA has affiliate organizations in every state and in more than 14,000 communities across the United States.
Languages
Italian
Limited Proficiency
Spanish
Limited Proficiency
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