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Professional Background

Mary has many years of experience as a teacher, performer and musical director with schools, colleges, theaters, churches and in private teaching.   She holds a Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Alabama, (piano, voice), Master of Arts degree from Radford University, Va. (voice, piano, music education). Other study included the DMA program in music performance at Peabody Conservatory, Baltimore (voice, piano, conducting) with additional voice, musical theater study, and performances in New York City.   She has presented many voice and piano recitals over the years and performed with community and professional choruses and orchestras.  In addition, she has also has been employed with community and professional theaters in Virginia and Florida in music, education and children's theater programs.

Programs

 

   Piano, voice, organ and recital-audition preparation are available.  I specialize in adult programs, preparation for entering college or university music degree programs, and coaching for performance and auditions.   As a member of local, state and national music teacher associations, I can also provide referrals to other instructors.

 I also provide information on acquiring a piano or organ, locating a tuner -  technicians, and resources for purchasing music.   Please see the link below to my music education brochure and other music links at bottom of this page.

 The regular and continuous study and participation in music can provide a lifetime of enjoyment and have many therapeutic benefits.

 

My Music Appreciation class at Keiser University, Sarasota

November - December. '07

 Link to my Music Education Brochure 

Please contact me for a complimentary meeting by phone or email.  A personal meeting can be arranged also to discuss your music interests.

Email:  Mary@EventsMusic.com or call 941.376.7788

                               Benefits of Music Education

Mike Huckabee, Governor of Arkansas, has been a strong promoter of music in education.  He says the following:  "Education is the result of imagination, dedication, perspiration and creation.  Music is not extraneous, expendable or extra-curricular.  It is essential.  Music and rhythm are part of who we are."

Those who study music on a regular basis develop these and other skills that are  transferable to other areas of their lives.  This is supported by many scientific and other studies. The regular and continuous study and participation in music can provide a lifetime of enjoyment and have many therapeutic benefits.

  • Discipline
  • Persistence
  • Concentration
  • Problem Solving
  • Improvement in reading and math
  • Overall grade improvement
  • Social and leadership skills
  • Self-Confidence
  • Poise-Coordination
  • Stress Reduction - Wellness
  • A possible career
  • Lifelong enjoyment

Links to music and instruments:

Music Education Brochure 

Mathis Music - pianos and organs

Pritchard Pianos and Music

Piano Distributors

Sheet Music Plus is a source of piano, organ, choral, vocal music from many different composers and publishers, classical to popular.    

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