Teaching
On teaching, academic and applied: "My first goal as as teacher is to instill in students an engrossing passion and fascination for whatever I teach. In Music, I strive to challenge students' perceptions and understanding of music and society as well as to help them develop the musical, technical, or analytical skills necessary to perform or listen to music thoughtfully.
In all courses, whether in Music or Interdisciplinary Studies, I push students to think critically and independently; I expect them to develop and assert convincing, defensible arguments. As performing musicians, I hope they will offer compelling interpretations that combine an understanding of musical style with a clear, unique musical voice.
Now serving in a twelve-month administrative position, these qualities influence the way I lead and engage a faculty -- not in the sense of a teacher/student relationship, but as a leader among peers."
In all courses, whether in Music or Interdisciplinary Studies, I push students to think critically and independently; I expect them to develop and assert convincing, defensible arguments. As performing musicians, I hope they will offer compelling interpretations that combine an understanding of musical style with a clear, unique musical voice.
Now serving in a twelve-month administrative position, these qualities influence the way I lead and engage a faculty -- not in the sense of a teacher/student relationship, but as a leader among peers."