9:30-10:00 Pre-Meeting Discussion
Presenter: Grace Juang
Program: Round Table Discussion
Do you have any questions related to piano teaching?
Do you have any topics in mind that hope to be brainstormed on the table?
Do you have a piece or a technique element that you wish you knew another better way to teach the students?
Let's gather in this informal setting and contribute different perspectives and ideas from each person. We will share our own interesting experiences and learn and get inspired from others in the group.
There will be something for everyone to discover!
With an open forum, any topic relating to aspects of teaching is welcome! Please send it to Grace Juang gracejuang@gmail.com and we will include your questions and topic in the discussion. Looking for more varieties and more inspirations :)
BIOGRAPHY
Grace Juang received her Doctor of Musical Arts Degree in Piano Performance from University of Maryland. Her research examined music by Robert and Clara Schumann. She holds a Master of Music Degree in Piano Performance from Northwestern University, and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music from National Taiwan Normal University. Under the guidance of Alan Chow and Larissa Dedova, Grace has performed in several solo and chamber recitals throughout Chicago, Washington D.C., and Taiwan. She won the 22nd International Young Artists Piano Competition in Washington D.C. Her major Pedagogy mentors include Marcia Bosits and Elvina Pearce. Her teaching experience includes teaching at Taipei First Girls' High School, and working with piano students of all ages and levels. Dr. Juang currently is on the piano faculty of Northwestern University's Music Academy. As an active member of the MTNA, she serves as First Vice President and Program Chair of NSMTA. She is a dedicated and passionate teacher, and teaches students through positive instruction and encouragement. Her ultimate goal is to help every student learn and appreciate music for their entire lives. Besides teaching, Grace enjoys biking, traveling, and spending time with her family.
10:00-11:00 Business Meeting
Meeting will be led by NSMTA President, George Radosavljevic followed by refreshments.
11:00-12:00 Program
Presenter: Dr. Marcia Bosits
Program: Piano Teachers and Cultural Diversity: Expanding Repertoire and Pianistic Options for Students.
Contemporary approaches in education encourage teachers to provide wider musical exposure to their students. What does this mean for the developing piano student? This session will explore repertoire, musical experiences, and activities that teachers can incorporate to promote diversity without abandoning traditional aspects of piano training.
BIOGRAPHY
Marcia Bosits has recently retired as Associate Professor of Piano and Director of Piano Pedagogy at Northwestern University. She remains active as a clinician across the US, Canada, Europe and Asia, and also serves as author and reviewer for Clavier, Keyboard Companion, Piano Journal and the American Music Teacher. Her recent research on the overlap of diversity, mentoring, and pedagogy has been featured at the College Music Society, the MTNA National Conference, and the Arts in Society Conference in Lisbon, Portugal.