Education
Boston University, College of Fine Arts; Metropolitan College, Boston, MA 2020-2024
» Doctor of Musical Arts in Piano Performance and Arts Management Certificate
Dissertation: Hummel Reforged: Piano Sonata Op. 81 https://open.bu.edu/handle/2144/49202
New York University, Steinhardt School, New York, NY 2018-2020
» Master of Music in Piano Performance and Advanced Certificate in Piano Performance and Pedagogy
Eastman School of Music, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY 2014-2018
» Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance and Arts Leadership Certificate
Teaching
Visiting Assistant Professor of Music, Wheaton College 2023-present
» Coach college chorale and chamber singers in group and small sectional rehearsals
» Provide accompaniment with SATB and piano scores and strategize on methods for ensemble unity and musicality
» Enliven music experience and community building through public performance
Faculty Member, South Shore Piano School 2021-present
» Teach private and group piano lessons for K-12 students
» Inspire creativity and joy for learning and playing music through an all-encompassing music training and skill-building approach
» Contribute to a pedagogical dialogue in a collaborative teaching community and organize events for students and community
Graduate Teaching Assistant, BU College of Fine Arts 2020-2022
» Collaborated with theory faculty to design keyboard curriculum and exams in support of course learning objectives
» Coached students in weekly intensive sessions designed to explore theory topics, develop and apply keyboard skills and assess learning
» Proposed revisions to curriculum and course structure to enhance the student experience and program effectiveness
Faculty Member, Anselmo Academy of Music and the Arts 2019-2020
» Taught piano and music in community-based non-profit organization focused on building self-esteem, confidence, and appreciation for the joy of music
» Empowered all children and adults seeking to learn music regardless of talent or ability to pay
Adjunct Piano Instructor, NYU Steinhardt 2018-2020
» Developed synchronous and asynchronous private and group piano curriculum and facilitated undergraduate education and learning that integrates music theory, history, aural training and practical keyboard skills
» Advised and worked collaboratively with students to identify goals, develop realistic strategies to practice, measure progress and promote self-reliance and independence; empowered students to flourish
» Created surveys shared with instructors and assessed student feedback and course experience; proposed course revisions to program director
» Produced educational videos and interactive curriculum to offer keyboard classes in an online learning forum
» Composed pedagogical music to demonstrate concepts and create a progression of learning and practicing
Ensemble Collaborator and Coach 2014-present
» Collaborate with musicians and ensembles to create high-quality performances, excite audiences and inspire interest in unique repertoire and themes
» Coach vocalists and instrumentalists through candid and respectful dialogue centered on the music, team building, rehearsal productivity and concert preparation
Performance
Pianist and Minister of Music, Shiloh Baptist Church 2021-present
» Play hymns, doxology and various songs during worship services
» Plan and rehearse music selections with church leadership and choir to underscore liturgical themes and enliven the church community
Featured Performer 2005-present
» Develop and present multidisciplinary recital experiences that immerse audiences and promote classical music appreciation and learning; experience engaging audiences of ranging sizes and in diverse venues
» Enhance K-12 music education through experiential activities that invite creativity and active participation, including themed classroom Q&A’s and demonstrations, group improvisation, motivational speaking and accompanying of school bands, orchestras and choirs
» Design and curate fundraising and scholarship initiatives to support music-related non-profit organizations
» Create fun concerts and interactive musical experiences to engage and support underprivileged and elderly at churches, nursing homes and the Salvation Army
Recent Engagements
» Boston Philharmonic Interpretations Class with Benjamin Zander, Boston Public Library, Boston, MA May 2023
» Doctoral Degree Chamber Recital, Boston University College of Fine Arts, Boston, MA May 2023
» Boston Philharmonic Classroom Outreach Concert, Kilmer Elementary, West Roxbury, MA Feb 2023
» Boston Philharmonic Community Outreach Concert, Rosie’s Place Women’s Shelter, Roxbury, MA Nov 2023
» Collaborative Performance, NEC Composers’ Series, Jordan Hall, Boston, MA Oct 2022
» Solo Recital, Carlisle Musical Arts Club, Carlisle, PA Oct 2022
» Doctoral Degree Solo Recital, BU College of Fine Arts, Boston, MA Sep 2022
» Private Recital, Falcons Landing Military Retirement Community, Sterling, VA Jul 2021
» Master’s Degree Solo Recital (via YouTube Live Stream), NYU Steinhardt May 2020
» Pianocity Make Music Festival 2019, The Oculus, New York, NY Dec 2019
» “Composers Now” Concert Series, NYU Black Box Theater, New York, NY Feb 2019
» “Classical Keys” Piano Recital, The Little Theater Café, Rochester, NY May 2018
» Presentation and Solo Recital, Elizabethtown College Summer Music Camp, Elizabethtown, PA Jul 2017
» Collaborative Cello and Piano Recital, Harmonia Music Association, Lebanon, PA May 2017
» Solo Recital and Lecture, University of Cambridge Trinity College, Cambridge, England Jul 2016
» Solo and Collaborative Recitals, Pennsylvania Federation of Music Clubs Convention, Sayre, PA Apr 2016
» Solo Recitalist and Guest Speaker, Grand County Concert Series, Tabernash, CO Mar 2016
Management
Education and Community Engagement Coordinator, Boston Philharmonic Orchestra
Oct 2021 – present
» Organize BPO educational programs and outreach efforts
» Recruit teaching fellows and provide guidance on curriculum goals and teaching methodology
» Assess effectiveness of BPO programs in engaging students and enriching community education
» Promote BPO’s vision of “passionate music making without boundaries”
Adviser for Piano Courses; Department Assistant, NYU Steinhardt 2020
» Hosted visiting artists during rehearsals and performances, providing materials and counsel to establish a welcoming environment while adapting to itinerary changes to ensure successful event execution
» Coordinated student activities and promoted teamwork and clarity through regular communication of syllabi, schedules, announcements and event registrations
» Coached incoming instructors on strategies to teach students and achieve course learning outcomes
» Wrote syllabi, lessons and exams for keyboard classes and briefed faculty on course design and experience
Arts Leadership Certificate Fellow, Institute of Music Leadership, Eastman School of Music 2016-2018
» Completed courses and workshops in arts advocacy, promotion, audience engagement and entrepreneurship; only pianist selected, earning the most Arts Leadership credits in graduating class
Intern in Education Department, Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra Aug-Dec 2017
» Implemented RPO student and community outreach events through registration, advertising, creative control and on-site presence; enhanced communications through professional and efficient proactive engagement with over one hundred school officials and by updating online registry databases
» Contracted and negotiated guest artist events, and facilitated interactions with agents and Eastman faculty
Intern in Operations Department, Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra May-Jul 2017
» Initiated HSO concert production by preparing musician and event contracts, schedules and materials
» Oversaw community engagement and marketing efforts; provided on-site logistical support for artists, audience, crew and venue maintenance; valued advisor offering critical recommendations in team meetings
Additional Skills
Jury Member, ENKOR Competition International Academy of Performing Arts and Sciences 2015-present
» Judge and adjudicate competitors in the annual solo instrumental and chamber music categories, submitting critical performance commentary; recognized as a former First Prize Winner and Rising Star
Pianist-Composer 2012-present
» Compose, arrange and orchestrate music using LogicPro, Audacity and MuseScore; create and publish blogs, music commentary, videos and live streams using WordPress, YouTube and Olive video editor
Select Honors
» The American Prize Competition National Semi-Finalist – Piano Performance Solo (College Div) 2023
» Awarded Catherine Filene Shouse Arts Leadership Fellowship at Eastman School of Music 2017
» The American Prize Competition Finalist Piano Solo (College Div) 2017
» The American Prize Competition 1st Place Piano Solo (HS Div) & 2nd Place Concerto (Professional Div) 2014
» ENKOR Piano and Violin Competition First Prize Winner 2014
» New Jersey Young Artist Piano Competition Denise Hitchens Memorial First Prize Recipient 2014
» National Federation of Music Clubs Gwladys Comstock First Place Award 2014
» National Public Radio Program “From the Top” Featured Performer on Show 256 2012