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Cheri S.

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Teaches Beginner, Intermediate

Age: 4+

Teaching since 1983

Masters of Sacred Music

About Cheri S.

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I earned my B.A. in piano, 1979, from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, where I was steeped in Bach and Chopin. My Masters work at Emory University in Atlanta further deepened my knowledge of classical performance practice and music history. I have studied with jazz pianists Laura Caviani and Sean Turner of the McNally School of Music, both of Minneapolis/St. Paul. Today I am an active solo party pianist, and leader/arranger for my own five-piece r&b band, Wild Honey. I have received statewide air-play performing Bach on Minnesota Public Radio. At the other end of the spectrum, my band Wild Honey has been featured on KBEM Jazz 88 FM’s program, “Jazz and the Spirit,” as well as KARE-11 Television’s morning program, “Minnesota Showcase." I serve as an exam judge for the Minnesota Music Teachers Association, and helped write its ground-breaking Popular Styles Exam Syllabus. I am a 2012 recipient of the Maureen Conway Award for Inspiring Teaching.

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Teaching Hours

Monday

6 AM-1:30 PM

2:30 PM-3:30 PM

Wednesday

6 AM-12 PM

Saturday

6 AM-8:30 AM

1 PM-3 PM

Sunday

4 PM-7 PM

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Pricing

30 minutes

$30

45 minutes

$45

60 minutes

$60

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4 Reviews

Mai Lee Vang

Teacher's studio

I started my piano playing experience as a high school student knowing absolutely nothing about music. I really enjoyed piano lessons with Cheri because she is a great instructor. She is kind, patient, and understanding. I always looked forward to lessons every week knowing I would have a great time. From individual music lessons to playing for an audience, it was always fun and exciting. I highly recommend music lessons with Cheri!

Posted Mar 9, 2017

Janaé

Teacher's studio

Cheri was a breath of fresh air every lesson. For an adult beginner I was nervous starting but Cheri welcomes you in and breaks down the basics in a fun non-judgmental environment.

Posted Feb 27, 2017

William

Teacher's studio

I have an awesome time taking lessons from Cheri. From the beginning when I was learning lessons from different books to currently learning pieces by ear, from playing solo pieces to being part of a band, she has always been patient and fun and very knowledgeable. Being an adult student is an interesting and challenging experience and Cheri has been very supportive every step of the way. She even helped me write a song that included guitar and vocals that we performed with some fellow students at a recent recital. I've appreciated all the time she's worked with me and hope to continue taking lessons from her as long as I enjoy playing the piano.

Posted Dec 9, 2016

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Experience

Private Instructor, piano and guitar, for children and adults:

Nov, 2009 - Present

Private Studio, Osseo, MN, 2008-present

Also: Schmitt Music, Minneapolis, MN, 2006-2010. Decatur School of Music, Atlanta, GA, 1994-1997. The Music Place, Atlanta, GA 1990-1991. Also group keyboard instructor.

Piano Entertainer for Seniors

Sep, 2006 - Present

senior housing and care facilities, freelance

Educational programs featuring solo performance of ragtime, stride, blues, and boogie-woogie.

Bandleader, arranger, keyboardist

Sep, 1998 - Present

Wild Honey Band

Jazz, r&b, and gospel five-piece. Featured on KARE-11 television’s “Minnesota Showcase” and KBEM Jazz 88’s “Jazz and the Spirit” programs.

Solo pianist

Sep, 1989 - Present

for parties, receptions, weddings; freelance

Jazz, pop, classical styles.

Music Director for Churches: organ, band-leading, choirs

Sep, 1983 - Jan, 2016

Lutheran, Methodist, and Catholic Churches

Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, East Bethel, MN, organist and leader of rock band, 2013-2015. Richfield United Methodist Church, Minneapolis, MN, alternative worship band, 2006-2009. St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, New Brighton, MN, 1997-2005. Organist and director of contemporary combos for 10,000-member church. Major gospel concert featuring singer Gwen Matthews. Luther Seminary, St. Paul, MN, contemporary worship leader, 2005-2009.

Education

B.A., Piano

Sep, 1975 - Aug, 1979

University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire

Masters of Sacred Music

Sep, 1991 - May, 1993

Emory University, Atlanta, GA

Certifications

Master Certified

Jun, 2009

Minnesota Music Teachers Association (MMTA)

MMTA Popular Styles Syllabus Committee, helping write a ground-breaking exam curriculum; chair 2011-2013. Exam judge for comprehensive classical exams, popular styles, and contests.

Licensed Instructor

Nov, 2015

KiddyKeys

Licensed Instructor for preschool group music.

Awards

2012 recipient of the Maureen Conway Award for Inspiring Teaching.

Mar, 2012

Keys 4/4 Kids Foundation, St. Paul, MN

Affiliations

Minneapolis Music Teachers Association

Jan, 2007

The Minnesota Music Teachers Association, founded in 1901, is a professional non-profit educational organization and is affiliated with the Music Teachers National Association, founded in 1876. Our mission is to advance the profession of music teaching through education, certification, networking, and advocacy.

Music Teachers National Association

Jan, 2007

The 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.

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