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About Anne R.
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Harp Teacher
Oct, 1983 - PresentCeltic Harp Music by Anne Roos
Teaching harp lessons to students, one-to-one. Began teaching in-person lessons in Los Angeles, and by 2007, with the beginning of Skype, added online lessons. Now teaching online lessons to individuals from ages 7 and up.
Music Book Author
Jan, 2008 - Dec, 2011Hal Leonard Corporation
Published Author of Two Music Industry Books: “The Bride’s Guide to Musicians: Live Wedding Music Made Easy and Affordable” (published December 15, 2010), and “The Musician’s Guide to Brides: How to Make Money Playing Weddings” (published March 1, 2008), both published by Hal Leonard, Inc., the world’s largest music publishing company.
Governor & Secretary/Treasurer
May, 2003 - May, 2010San Francisco Chapter of The Recording Academy
Served on the Board of Governors of the San Francisco Chapter of the Recording Academy from 2003 to 2010, and served as the Chapter Secretary Treasurer from 2005 to 2006.
Music Announcer
Jun, 1999 - Jan, 2001Capital Public Radio, Sacramento's NPR station
Classical Music, Jazz, Global Beat (world music), Acid Jazz, and Latin Jazz Announcer on KXPR/KXSR and KXJZ/KKTO, Sacramento’s NPR Stations.
Music and Math Teacher
Sep, 1985 - Jun, 1998Los Angeles Unified School District
Music and Math Teacher, Los Angeles Unified School District • Creating lesson plans and a curriculum without an available textbook. Results: Thinking on my feet to make materials that would be useful for my own success in my job. • Successfully scheduling and overseeing child and adult (parent) volunteers in school music functions. Results: Fostering open communication with parents that later helped if issues came up with their child’s progress in class. • Convincing kids that math is fun (a really big sales job!). Results: Helping children improve their grades in math. • Teaching to as many as sixty children in one classroom. Holding the students’ attention. Results: Utilizing effective time management skills to create lesson plans, presenting to a large audience of various personalities with differing needs, and ultimately demonstrating progress in learning through assignments grades and test scores. • Awareness of school rules and State laws to allow for all to have an equal opportunity to education. Results: Making a welcoming environment for children to learn and for parents to visit.
Volunteer
Apr, 1983 - PresentSYDA Foundation
Online Music Pages Administrator. Harpist for live programs and recordings.
Education
Mathematics, Music as a Minor
Sep, 1975 - Aug, 1979UCLA (University of California, Los Angeles)
Education
Jan, 1985 - Jan, 1986National University, Los Angeles
Certifications
California Clear Secondary Teaching Credential
Sep, 1987National University, Los Angeles
Awards
GRAMMY® Certificate
Feb, 2015National Academy of Recording Arts and Scientces
Affiliations
International Society of Folk Harpers and Craftsmen
Jan, 1987Founded by Roland L. Robinson, a harpmaker in Mt. Laguna, California, the International Society of Folk Harpers and Craftsmen (ISFHC) was intended to meet the needs of the individual folk harper and builder for communication with his or her fellow artists. It began in 1980 out of the readership of the Folk Harp Journal and in 1985 it became a California nonprofit corporation. Today, with a yearly membership of almost sixteen hundred, it provides a focus for folk harp activities worldwide.
American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers
Jan, 2000The 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.
National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences
Jan, 2000Celebrating music through the GRAMMY Awards for more than 50 years, The Recording Academy continues its rich legacy and ongoing growth as the premier outlet for honoring achievements in the recording arts and supporting the music community.
American String Teachers Association
Jan, 1990The American String Teachers Association, founded more than 60 years ago, is a membership organization for string and orchestra teachers and players, helping them to develop and refine their careers. ASTA's members range from budding student teachers to artist-status performers. The organization provides a vast array of services, including instrument insurance, an award-winning scholarly journal, discounts on publications and resources, annual professional development opportunities, and access to collegial network of colleagues throughout the string profession.
Languages
English
Native Proficiency
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