Learn to write captivating songs with songwriting lessons from an expert coach
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Experiencia
Piano Instructor & Vocal Coach
Sep, 2015 - PresentTake Lessons
Voice & Piano Instructor
Mar, 2015 - Aug, 2016Bach to Rock
Private & group classes plus Glee Club camp classes
Lead Vocalist
Jan, 2013 - Aug, 2016Luther Place Memorial Church
Resident Teaching Artist
Oct, 2010 - May, 2019Wolftrap Educational Foundation
Arts integration specialist in DC schools, using music, dance and drama to accomplish overall curriculum goals in early childhood settings.
Creative Movement/Dance Teacher
Jun, 2009 - Aug, 2019Levine School of Music
Creative Movement/Dance Teacher for Levine School of Music summer arts intensive for children ages 5-13. Special emphasis within classes to build musicianship while exposing the children to jazz, modern and interpretive movement styles. Children also have the opportunity to work on their on choreography. This culminates into four camp-wide performances.
Educación
Musical Theater
Sep, 1985 - Jun, 1989Duke Ellington School for the Arts
Dual Degree in Vocal Performance & Arranging
Jan, 1992 - Jun, 1997Berklee College of Music
Certifications
Common Core: Unwrapping the Standards
Sep, 2013Early Learning Through the Arts, Wolftrap Foundation
Using common principles inherent within academics and the performing arts, as a lesson planning tool within common core learning environments and real time in the classroom and one on one with students.
Music Teacher's National Association
Aug, 2018MTNA
MTNA is the preeminent source for music teacher support, where members embody like-minded values and commitment to their students, colleagues and society as a whole, while reaping the rewards of collaboration, continuity and connection throughout the lifetime of their careers. The numerous programs offered by MTNA encompass an array of choices as diverse as the people who participate, prepare and attend them—from educational programming, festivals and forums to advocacy, conferences and competitions. And all have been specifically designed to engage music teachers of all levels with the resources needed to advance their careers.
Washington Music Teacher's Associaton
Aug, 2018WMTA (Affiliate of MTNA)
Washington Music Teachers Association is prominent association of independent music teachers from the District of Columbia, Northern Virginia and Suburban Maryland in the pursuit of the highest standards in music instruction. WMTA offers an outstanding range of student performance opportunities including competitions, recitals and festivals. Members also enjoy excellent opportunities for professional development through various activities available to them and their students.
Imagination Lab
Jun, 2014Institute for Early Learning Through the Arts, Wolftrap
Gathering of teaching artists for Wolftrap in the DC/MD/VA areas, to research imagination in young children and write the foundation's mission statement as it pertains to imagination in action.
Engineering/Science Institute (Arts Integration)
May, 2014Early Learning Through the Arts, Wolftrap Foundation
Using music, dance and drama to teach engineering "habits of mind" and basic science principles.
Imagine That! Storytelling & Puppetry
Mar, 2014Early Learning Through the Arts, Wolftrap Foundation
Bringing STEM subjects to life using story telling techniques and basic puppetry for interactive learning.
Music, Math & Movies!
Dec, 2013Early Learning Through the Arts, Wolftrap Foundation
Using "Let's make a movie!" as a model within the classroom wherein children are the directors, the actors, and sometimes the scenery, acting out fiction and nonfiction scenarios. Develops recall, teamwork, attention span, and of course sparks creativity, imagination and makes learning FUN!
Awards
6 Top Ten Club Charting Singles (From 2005-2009)
Nov, 2005Billboard Magazine
Steinbruck Award
Mar, 2014N St. Village
Afiliaciones
American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers
Aug, 1990The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) is a membership association of more than 480,000 US composers, songwriters, lyricists and music publishers. The ASCAP is committed to nurturing music makers throughout their careers.
Music Teachers National Association
Aug, 2018The MTNA was founded in 1876 with the goal of advancing the value of music study and music-making to society while supporting the careers and professionalism of teachers of music. With nearly 22,000 members in 50 states—and more than 500 local affiliates—the MTNA is the preeminent source for music teacher support, where members embody like-minded values and commitment to their students, colleagues and society as a whole, while reaping the rewards of collaboration, continuity and connection throughout the lifetime of their careers.
Broadcast Music Inc.
Mar, 2004One of three United States performing rights organizations, along with ASCAP and SESAC. It collects license fees on behalf of songwriters, composers, and music publishers and distributes them as royalties to those members whose works have been performed. In FY 2013, BMI collected more than $944 million in licensing fees and distributed $814 million in royalties.
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