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Presentations

I am happy to visit your program as a guest conductor, clinician, or to provide professional development for your faculty. 

Current Presentations:

Social Emotional Learning in the Orchestra Classroom: This presentation discusses the five elements of social emotional learning and how school orchestra is a perfect vehicle for teaching these important skills. SEL can boost teamwork, growth, retention, and improve student outcomes in your classroom. I will provide multiple lesson ideas, resources, and other materials to help you explore how SEL can enhance learning in your orchestra program.

Strings Attached: Empowering Adult Amateur Orchestras and Enriching Communities

It is never too late for adults to learn a string instrument. Our orchestra program empowers adults to learn string instruments while engaging with their community. This session showcases a dynamic adult orchestra program catering to beginners through advanced players, featuring tailored ensembles for each skill level. Explore positive impacts for students and directors, and learn best practices for curriculum design, recruitment, retention, and 

securing funding and partnerships.

Recent & Upcoming Presentations

Mar. 20, 2025 - American String Teachers Association National Conference (Atlanta, GA)

Strings Attached: Empowering Adult Amateur Orchestras and Enriching Communities

Mar. 20, 2025 - American String Teachers Association National Conference (Atlanta, GA)

Community Music Committee Roundtable Session - Session Moderator

Feb. 24, 2025 - Oklahoma City Public Schools Professional Development Day

Social Emotional Learning in the Orchestra Classroom

Mar. 23, 2024 American String Teachers Association National Conference (Louisville, KY)

Social Emotional Learning in the Orchestra Classroom

Apr. 2024 Norman Public Schools Foundation Hall of Honor Luncheon (Norman, OK)

Remarks on the Importance of Community Involvement in Public Schools

Sept. 2023 Kiwanis Club of Norman (Norman, OK)

Remarks on Current Issues Facing Public Education

Apr. 2022 Allied Arts of Oklahoma (Oklahoma City, OK)

The Importance of the OKC Philharmonic to our Metro Community

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