About Jan D.
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Piano Teacher
Aug, 1980 - PresentSelf Employed
Taught piano students ages 5 through 75 part time in my home studio. Hosted semi annual piano recitals for all students and parents in both home and public settings. Participated as a judge for local music teacher associations and the National Guild Auditions annually.
Music Teacher
Aug, 2000 - May, 2005Powell Elementary School
Taught classroom music to grades K through 5. Students learned music basics such as note names, singing, performing in grade level musicals and how to enjoy being a new musician!
Durrant Music Studio Owner and Teacher
Aug, 1991 - May, 1997Durrant Music Studio
Owner/Teacher at Durrant Music Studio in Columbia, South Carolina. Employed 12 teachers to teach over 250 music students in piano, voice, violin, guitar and cello. Gave annual recitals on site with students participating in community wide events.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Sep, 1980 - May, 1983Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas
Master's Degree in Music Education/Piano Pedagogy
Sep, 1983 - May, 1988University of Texas at San Antonio
Certifications
Opera Accompanist
Aug, 1986Graz Institute of Musical Studies
Completed training for Opera Accompanist at Graz, Austria. Rehearsals with vocalists preparing for live opera performances.
Awards
Most Talented
Mar, 1979Bryan High School
Affiliations
National Guild of Piano Teachers/American College of Musicians, The
Jan, 1980Our primary function is to establish definite goals and awards--in noncompetitive auditions--for students of all levels, from the earliest beginner to the gifted prodigy.
Music Teachers National Association
Jan, 1991The 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.
Languages
Spanish
Limited Proficiency
English
Native Proficiency
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