SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS Classically trained musician, teacher, performer, and recording artist. Accomplished in a wide range of musical styles, from rock and pop to classical music. Over sixteen years experience teaching instrumental and general music to students of all skill levels, from beginning to advanced, in private studios and public schools. Expertise in flute, percussion, drums, and harp. SUMMARY OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS MUSIC AND MOVEMENT TEACHER    2003 to present Children's House of Old Town, and previously at Planting the Seed Too Stafford, VA and Picker's Supply Fredericksburg, VA Created a full school year curriculum for preschool age children based on the Kodaly, Suzuki, Dalcroze, and Orff methodologies and philosophies. Selected and arranged folk and classical music Incorporated an international component to the class Combined tested music methodologies to created a balanced cohesive learning experience FLUTE AND PERCUSSION INSTRUCTOR   1986 to the present Private studios, Fredericksburg, VA, San Francisco, and New York City Tailor instruction to fit needs of each student. Create well-rounded method, developing: technique, dexterity, flexibility, poise, posture, sight-reading, repertoire, ear training and theory. Develop each student's musicianship potential, self-confidence, and appreciation and understanding of many styles of music. Track student's practice to help evaluate progress, commitment, and understanding of materials Evaluate and utilize latest materials and private-teaching methods. Update curriculum frequently. Assess student goals and adjust instruction to accommodate those goals Schedule 30-minute and one-hour private sessions ELEMENTARY SUBSTITUTE TEACHER    2007 to the present Fredericksburg City Schools, Fredericksburg, VA Successfully implemented teacher lessons plans when supplied, created own activities when necessary. Shown flexibility under different room setups. Established order and a calm learning environment.  GENERAL MUSIC TEACHER    9/1998 to 6/2002 Palo Alto School District, Palo Alto, CA Designed and implemented lesson plans for over 900 students weekly, grades K-3, in district-wide Traveling Music program. Focused on reading, writing, playing and singing. Enhanced learning with Orff instruments and solfege. Emphasized music and movement. Created developmentally appropriate activities for 5 to 8 year-olds and adapted curriculum for special-needs students. Implemented Kodaly and Orff methods of music instruction Planned lessons, assessed performance, designed exams, kept grade records, took attendance Incorporated multicultural music and American folk songs into standard curriculum Compiled and published unique of multicultural songs collected from students' families Received tenure in 2000 KODALY MUSIC TEACHER   10/1999 to 6/2000 Mountain View Community School of Music & Arts, Mountain View, CA Taught general music through student-centered lessons and activities. Taught standard Kodaly curriculum. Taught Music Appreciation and general music to over 80 third grade students per week Adapted content from Asian, Latin American, and European songs to fit appropriate grade level Coached students in preparation for their experience of live multicultural music concerts MUSIC CURRICULUM MANAGER   7/1996 to 6/1998 Jump Music Software, Mountain View, CA Supervised curriculum content development for award-winning music education software titles that generated over $3 million per year. Supervised music arrangers and actors. Created, wrote, and edited lessons for all music education products Arranged and produced MIDI orchestral arrangements Evaluated and selected all content Wrote guides, reports, and proposals GENERAL MUSIC TEACHER   9/1991 to 6/1996 Yung Wing School, P.S. 124, New York City Taught General music to over 1,000 pre-K through third grade students per week. Adapted curriculum to bilingual student needs Scheduled concerts and student performances Received tenure in 1996 OTHER ACCOMPLISHMENTS RECORD LABEL FOUNDER AND OWNER   2000 to the present Dinobone Music, Fredericksburg, VA Wrote, arranged, and performed on recordings. Researched and selected all content. Chose songs according to educational and multicultural value. Auditioned and hired musicians. Built and maintained recording studio Created and programmed MIDI arrangements Scheduled recording sessions and coaxed optimal performances from musicians Mastered, packaged, and marketed CD. Sold over 600 copies MUSIC EDUCATION SOFTWARE CONSULTANT   1996 Computer Curriculum Corporation, Sunnyvale, CA Adapted folk songs to fit educational themes in various subject areas of kindergarten software program. Selected and arranged songs Drew storyboards and wrote descriptions for educational activities Create four-track demo Wrote sixty-page outline PERFORMANCE Currently touring as a children's music performer Performed as solo recording artist Played flute, piccolo, and percussion in orchestras and small ensembles Toured and recorded with various rock and pop groups. Opened for artists such as the B52's, Live, Marianne Faithful, Living Colour, and Cyndi Lauper. EDUCATION AND TRAINING SUZUKI FLUTE TEACHER TRAINING BOOK ONE  7/2008 Alexandria Suzuki Flute Institute, Alexandria, VA SUZUKI FIRST COURSE (Every Child Can!)  7/2007 Alexandria Suzuki Guitar Institute, Alexandria, VA KODALY LEVEL ONE COURSE   7/1990 New York University, New York, NY MASTER OF MUSIC IN MUSIC EDUCATION   9/1982 to 6/1984 Eastman School of Music, Rochester, NY Major in flute, minor in harp Private instructor: Eileen Malone, Rochester Orchestra BACHELOR OF ARTS IN MUSIC EDUCATION   9/1979 to 6/1981 Baldwin-Wallace College, Berea, OH Major in flute, minor in piano Private instructors: William Hebert & Maurice Sharp, Cleveland Orchestra; Deidre McGuire, Cleveland Ballet Honors: Summa cum laude STUDIES IN MUSIC EDUCATION   9/1976 to 5/1979 Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana, PA Major in flute, minor in percussion PRIVATE INSTRUCTION   1988 Studied drums with Rod Morgenstein of the Dixie Dregs and Winger LICENSING AND CERTIFICATION Professional Clear Single Subject Teaching Credential, State of California Permanent Certificate, Music K-12, New York State Permanent Certificate, Elementary Education, New York State Permanent Licenses in Common Branch, Music- Middle School and Music- High School, New York City PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS AND AFFLIATIONS Music Educators National Conference Children's Music Network Suzuki Association of the Americas, Registered Teacher