MUSIC EDUCATION IS MY LIFE’S WORK.
Music saves lives. I am a lifelong music educator for the sheer love of the connectedness that comes about when we make music together.
Throughout my career, I’ve seen students …
Listen and connect across perceived boundaries.
Nurture creativity and virtuosity in one another.
Work hard together without even realizing it.
The magic of music education is in the small moments. A newfound sense of confidence. An ability to reflect together, or to critique ourselves. The spark of motivation that creates real collaboration.
It’s also in the big ones. Like when students who never even believed they could play an instrument perform with flawless expression and flair. When they feel it. And when they truly know they did it all themselves.
In my quest to be the best teacher I can be, I’ve made myself a student of music education trends and techniques. From traditional ensemble instruction to combining choirs with rock bands, the love of making music accessible and achievable for every student has driven me to collect innovative tools and techniques — and inspired me to share my approach music educators.
Whether I’m teaching my students or leading a music enrichment workshop for yours, there is no autopilot for me. I’m thrilled by the process of finding new ways to achieve craft-worthy results while preserving the utmost enjoyment and engagement for kids.
My motivation is soul-deep. I believe that helping music educators and students become strong contributors to the artistic life of their schools and communities is the most meaningful work I can do in this world we share.
If you are a music educator, I’m here to support you and your students. Let me know how I can support your music program — I’d love to help you bring the love of music to life.
TOP 10 ACHIEVEMENTS …
Wrote and presented several successful grants of more $15,000 each to support non-profit music ventures for children.
Spearheaded five-year strategic plans for two separate orchestras.
Appeared as a panel guest on Los Angeles public radio, Interlochen Center for the Arts, CCTV and in the Boyle Heights community.
Frequent guest on national television, internet, and radio on music education topics.
Facilitated student performances with top-tier musicians such as Aloe Blacc, at Los Angeles venues from the Beverly Hills Hotel to the El Rey Theater, UCLA, and LA Film Studios.
Garnered the support of Mayor Garcetti for instruments and music.
Honored as a featured alumna of Interlochen Arts Academy with an article and panel appearance.
Consulted for Music Mentors International, a ground-breaking music education program in Canada and Australia.
Raised more than $30,000 each year for 4 years to support the youth orchestra.
Published a doctoral dissertation analyzing ten Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony performances by conductor Wilhelm Fürtwangler, ultimately proving he used theorist Heinrick Schenker’s monograph to inform his musical decisions. Fascinating!
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