Education
Master of Music, University of Denver - Graduated June 2019
Piano Performance & Piano Pedagogy
Principal Instructor – Steven Mayer
Bachelor of Arts, Minot State University - Graduated May 2015
Major in Music, Concentration in Piano Performance, Minor in Philosophy
Principal Instructor – Dianna Anderson
Performance Experience
Graduate Recital – May 2019
Volunteer Performing - at care centers around Denver - April/May 2019
Senior Recital – April 2015
Sophomore Recital – April 2013
University Piano Studio Recitals: Bi-yearly fall 2011 – spring 2015
Dakota Chamber Music end of festival concerts – Summer 2014, 2016
Master Classes: Gabriela Martinez, Nariaki Sugiura, Paul Barnes, Karl Larson, Jay Mauchley, Alessio Bax, Geraldine Ong
Teaching Experience
Graduate Teaching Assistant - University of Denver, Lamont School of Music & Lamont Piano Preparatory Program; September 2017 – June 2019
Instruct college students in the fundamentals of playing piano and the basics of music in a one-on-one private lesson setting
Substitute teach for Piano Class, a group piano instruction setting for undergraduate music majors
Organize and oversee class registration and lesson scheduling for enrolled students
Assist in teaching private lessons and group piano classes to students (age 5-9) in the Lamont Piano Preparatory program.
Plan lessons and lead class for a weekly adult Recreational Music Making class
Accompany instrumentalists and vocalists during lessons, juries, & performances
Private Piano Instructor September 2010 – present
Instruct children and adults ranging in age from 5 – 70 in the fundamentals of playing piano and the basics of music.
Maintain positive attitude and incorporate constructive feedback to motivate students to excel and increase enjoyment of music.
Continually assess and adapt to individual learning styles.
Communicate and demonstrate processes for students to encourage independence and initiative in personal practice.
Plan and organize recitals and extracurricular musical activities.
Handle administrative responsibilities involved in running a private studio
Children’s Music Academy - Teacher Minot ND; August 2013 – May 2017
Equip students age 4 – 10 with broad based music foundation in a small classroom environment.
Follow a multi-dimensional curriculum including beginning elements of keyboard skills, singing, theory, ear training, composition, improvisation, ensemble playing, various musical styles, guitar, and recorder.
Manage and encourage parent/child relationships while working with and instructing parents in classroom.
Address classroom behavior issues to preserve a peaceful learning environment.
Advise and encourage new teachers as they join the team.
Accompanying Experience
Accompanist, Mother of God Catholic Church, Denver CO, Jan. 2018 – Oct. 2020
Collaborate with multiple cantors, a small choir, and occasional instrumentalists during rehearsals and services.
Play musical liturgy as well as selected hymns each week
Provide music for funeral and wedding ceremonies as needed.
Dabble on organ :)
Piano Accompanist, Western Plains Youth Ensemble, Minot ND, Jan. 2015 – May 2017
Accompany 8th-12th grade choir during rehearsals and performances
Piano Accompanist, Minot ND, Sept. 2011 – May 2017
Collaborate with various college student vocalists and instrumentalists during rehearsals, lessons, juries, competitions and student recitals.
Piano Accompanist, Cornerstone Presbyterian Church, Minot ND, Aug 2015 – May 2016
Rehearsal accompanist for weekly rehearsals of church choir.
Piano Accompanist: MSU Singers, Minot State University, January - May 2012
Collaborate with the conductor and the 10 members in the show choir at Minot State University while rehearsing music ranging in genre from classical to popular.
Music Festivals
International Keyboard Institute and Festival: Summer 2017
Dakota Chamber Music: Summer 2010, 2011, 2014, 2016
High Peaks Festival – Music with Altitude: Summer 2013