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RESEARCH & WRITING

Presentations and Papers

Piano Keys

TAUBMAN & ALEXANDER APPROACHES:

Overviews and Pedagogical Applications

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With so many advanced pianists experiencing physical injuries, it has never been more important for musicians and teachers to be aware of approaches and resources to help facilitate recovery and ultimately prevention. The Taubman and Alexander approaches are only two of the many schools of thought on the topic of musician wellness. This presentation summarizes some of the main ideas from each approach, and provides suggestions for pedagogical application through examples in Faber's Piano Adventures series for young children.

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MTNA National Conference   

Orlando, Florida

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MTNA National Piano Pedagogy Symposium 

Austin, Texas


2018 

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NCKP National Conference

Lombard, Illinois

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TMTA State Convention

Dallas, Texas

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2017

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Sheet Music

MEANINGFUL MEMORIZATION

History, Psychology, & Application


This presentation traced the history of memorization at the piano and analyzed the psychology of memory in practice and performance. Attendees received practical suggestions for teaching memorization to various levels and repertoire styles.

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MTNA National Conference 

Baltimore, Maryland

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A Group Presentation from the 

MTNA Collegiate Chapter of

Baylor University's School of Music

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2017

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Senior Dance

REGAINING SELF:

Music and Dementia

In this presentation, I addressed studies from several researchers who have directly stated the benefits of music therapy seen in dementia patients. Topics such as the increased ability in areas of language functioning, promoting memory, and regaining a sense of self were covered. Further information was provided concerning future research possibilities using music in medical alternative treatment, especially in cases of dementia and similar illnesses. Practical tips were also given regarding how one can easily volunteer in this area of music therapy.

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TMTA State Convention

Houston, Texas


2015

Pressure point massage 2

MUSICIAN WELLNESS

On-going research

Development of healthy musician wellness develops not just from healthy pianistic technique, but also from positive thinking and personal daily habits. Musical development is critically connected to musician wellness. This research is a continued area of interest for me due to my own personal search of healthy pianistic development.

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