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Flute
* What are your educational achievements (i.e.
college/university achievements)?
I have a Masters degree (MM) in flute performance from
Indiana University (Bloomington), 2005. During that time, I played principal in
the top orchestra 3 consecutive semesters and won the concerto competition. I
earned a Bachelors degree (BM) in flute performance from Webster University in
St. Louis. I also played principal flute in the Webster Symphony all four years
and won the concerto competition twice.
* How many years have you been playing?
17 years
* How many years have you been teaching?
12 years
* What year did you start teaching at Mozingo Music?
2009
* What are your musical highlights or debuts?
Highlights for me include playing the Rouse Concerto with
the orchestra at IU, performing solo recitals in Illinois, Kentucky, and
Missouri, appearing at the 2007 National Flute Association convention as a
qualifying participant of the Young Artist Competition, being the founding
member of the experimental music ensemble, The Humours, and playing in many
orchestras.
* What are some musicians or bands you look up to or
looked up to when you were studying your instrument?
As I was studying, I admired Paula Kasica ( my first
teacher), the members of the St. Louis Symphony, James Galway, Carol Wincenc,
and Jeanne Baxstresser.
* What styles of music can you offer to your students?
I am well-trained in classical flute, although I have
experience in experimental and improvisational ensembles, as well as modern
worship teams (contemporary Christian styles and more traditional sacred
styles). I feel comfortable in coaching any of these styles with my students,
to meet whatever needs they might have.
* What bands (if applies) have you played with (include current)?
I have played in several orchestras in the St. Louis
area- most recently, I am principal flutist of the St. Louis Philharmonic
Orchestra. I have also appeared with the Paducah Symphony, the Columbus,
Indiana Philharmonic, and the Indiana University Festival Orchestra.
* What books do you use for your beginner students?
I generally use the Rubank Elementary methods for
beginners, introducing E. Wagner's "Foundations for Flute Playing"
during the first year. I like to work with students to find out what music they
might enjoy, while incorporating pieces that I feel will suit the player and
help them to grow.
Professional Objectives
To maintain and nourish a career as a professional
flutist, while aspiring to ever reach a higher level of mastery and
musicianship, sharing these abilities with others, in the capacity of teaching,
performing, community outreach, and sacred music, and inspiring them to explore
their own musical expressions.
Education
Indiana University, Bloomington, IN
M.M., Flute, May 2005 cognate: Music Theory
Graduate GPA: 4.0
Principal teacher: Thomas Robertello
Webster University, St. Louis, MO
B.M., Flute Performance, cum Laude, Departmental Honors,
May 2003
specialized field in Spanish
Studied abroad for Fall Semester I, 2002, in Vienna,
Austria
Graduate GPA: 4.0
Principal teachers: Jan Gippo, Mark Sparks, and Dr.
Werner Tripp
Performance Experience
Winner of Concerto Competitions at Webster University and
Indiana University.
Principal Flutist for 9 years in 4 orchestras.
1997-2002, St. Louis Symphony Youth Orchestra
1999-2003, Webster Symphony
2003- 2005, Indiana University Philharmonic Orchestra
Spring 2005, Indiana University Concert Orchestra
2009-2010, St. Louis Philharmonic
Performed as a section Flutist in the Indiana University
Festival Orchestra, the Columbia Indiana Philharmonic and the Paducah Symphony.
Teaching Interests
Solo Flute instruction and repertoire, piccolo, music
theory, aural skills, chamber music, and symphonic literature.
Philosophy
Encourage each student to expand his or her
understanding, appreciation, and participation in music through the development
of musicality. Inspire him or her to be the best musician possible, as a means
of enjoying the beauty of music and art. Demonstrate how music fits into the
larger scheme of
society and culture, through appreciation of literature, science, history, and
philosophy.
Experience
Private Teacher affiliated with Music Schools:
2008-2009. Adjunct Instructor of Applied Flute for Murray
State University. Sabbatical replacement for flute instructor, maintained a
studio of 10 college-level students.
2006-2008. Adjunct Instructor of Theory and Aural Skills
at Murray State University. Average of 30 students per class, created and
developed curricula for Aural Skills level I , II, and III, and Theory I-III.
2005- 2006. Private teacher for at Music Zone,
Paducah,KY 5 students, ranging in
age from 13-40+, skill level from beginner to advanced intermediate.
2000-2002. Private Teacher for Dayspring School for the
Arts, St. Louis, MO. 3+ students,
ranging in ages
from 7 to 15, skill level from beginner to advanced intermediate. Duties also
included coaching chamber ensembles
Private Teacher out of a home studio:
1998-2009. Started and maintained a private flute studio
of 8+ students, ranging in ages from 11- 18, skill level from beginner to
advanced. Included supplementary theory lessons and chamber coaching.
Masterclasses and Clinics:
2009. Chamber coachings at Kentucky Governor's School of
the Arts, involving 6 flute students.
2005. Gave a guest masterclass at Murray State
University, involving coaching 8
college level students
in solo works and chamber groups.
2004, 2005,2006. Gave 4 masterclasses for a summer music
camp, Flute Fever, in Annapolis, MD. Students ranged in ages from 13- 18, in
skill level from intermediate to advanced.
2000. Gave a masterclass and clinic for High School
Flutists at Nerinx Hall High School, St. Louis. Students ranged in ability from
beginner to intermediate.
Work Experience
Elegant Ensembles, St. Louis,MO. 2000-2005, 2009-present
Regularly contracted musician hired to provide music for
weddings (75+), special occasions, and collegiate functions (St. Louis
University, Washington University). Duties included coordinating with other
musicians, networking for future contracts at each engagement, and performing
at a professional level.
Assistant to Jan Gippo, member of the St. Louis Symphony
Orchestra. 1999-2002
Personal assistant to Mr. Gippo- duties included
organizing and maintaining an extensive personal music library, filing articles, maintaining
a card catalogue and discography.
Professional Affiliations
AFM, Musician's Local 2-197, 2009-2010
National Flute Association, 1996-present
Indiana University Alumni Association, 2005-2006
Omicron Delta Kappa, 2003- present
Webster University Alumni Association, 2003- present
References available on request.
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