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PIANO INSTRUCTOR
Summary
A talented musician skilled in flute/piano instruction for beginning to intermediate level students. Offers a solid knowledge base of wind instruments and general music theory. Highly versatile with extensive background in performing and teaching. Catherine Sweeney is a poised and charismatic soloist and ensemble performer who quickly masters new repertoires in a broad range of musical styles. She is a dedicated musician with numerous years in orchestras and chamber groups. Catherine is an enthusiastic team player who accepts coaching graciously and quickly incorporates feedback into performances.
Skills
Classroom Discipline/Instruction/Management
Time Management
Classroom Organization
Creative Lesson Planning
Critical Thinking/Problem Solving
Curriculum Development
Goal Setting and Implementation
Group/Private Instruction
Instructional Methods/Learning Strategies
Social Perceptiveness
Speaking
Special Education
Highlights
  • Poised
  • Expressive
  • Organized
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Memorization expert
  • Special events performances
  • Active chamber musician
  • Skilled conductor
  • Broad rhythmic and metric range
  • Strong educational improvising ability
  • Music theory knowledge
  • Broad range of musical styles
  • Transposition
  • Symphonic orchestras
Accomplishments
Performed alongside WSU faculty and members of the DSO.
Conducted Peer Gynt Suite with WSU Concert Band at Max.
Conducted Strauss Serenade for Thirteen Winds with WSU Chamber Winds at Max for completion of B.A. Project.
Performed the Rite of Spring on flute/alto flute with WSU Wind Symphony.
Performed Maslanka Symphony No. 4 on flute/alto flute/piccolo with WSU Wind Symphony.
Performed Pines of Rome with WSU Wind Symphony.
Performed Dring Trio in WSU Chamber Music.
Performed with WSU Orchestra: Hanson Symphony No. 2, Scheherezade, Brahms Symphony No. 4, Verdi Requiem, Romeo and Juliet Ballet-Prokofiev, Romeo and Juliet- Tchaikovsky, Marche Slave, Beethoven Symphony No. 5, Nutcracker Suite, Overture to Candide, Petruschka, Sibelius Symphony No. 2, Dvorak Symphony No. 8, etc.
Participated in annual Flute Studio Recitals: Solo, trio, flute choir.
Instructor for Home School Music program through Instrumental Methods program.
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Experience
06/2014 to 06/2016
Piano InstructorWeekend School of Music - Detroit, MI
Expressed musical themes through tempo, phrasing, volume and dynamics. Closely followed musical notation and conductor's instructions.
Maintained a studio of pianostudents to prepare them for student recitals.
Instructing 60 students, aged 4 to 18.
Played a variety of music with a broad stylistic range and improvisatorial flexibility.
My primary focus in educating the students in this program is to guide them in their performance studies. Most of these children cannot afford to study privately. Younger classes receive more general theory lecture but as they advance through the program I\'ve found that students benefit more from having theoretical studies applied directly to their individual studies at the piano. I teach the students from the beginning stages how to analyze music and recognize theoretical techniques in composition. I spend most of my time coaching students how to apply that knowledge in disciplined practice. The end of each semester I strongly focus on performance techniques. My ultimate goal as a teacher is to see my students have fun and explore the art of interpretation at the student recital.
03/2013 to 05/2016
Piano/flute/voice/violin/guitar InstructorAt Home Music Lessons - Rochester, MI
Expressed musical themes through tempo, phrasing, volume and dynamics.
Closely followed musical notation and conductor's instructions.
Played a variety of music with a broad stylistic range and improvisatorial flexibility.
Help students to prepare them for student recital.
Scheduled lessons with parents.
Instructing students, aged 3 to adult.
Currently I\'m only teaching two piano students. I\'ve branched away from the other areas aside from flute. My private instruction is individualized and adapted entirely to the academic/emotional needs of the student. I strive to help my students grow musically through a firm foundation of theory, history and technical training. My two students through this company participate annually at the student recital with high scores. 
09/2010 to 03/2011
General Music InstructorMusic on the Go - Clinton Township, MIInstructed music time at Daycare Centers once a week. New programs educating children on various aspects of science/culture etc were introduced monthly. Worked with students 1.5 years to age 6. Classes were modified to present information according to student group. Lessons were focused to build motor skills and establish rhythmic foundations in music through song, dance and instrumental exploration.
Freelance MusicianN/A - Clinton Township, MI

Conducted youth orchestras and coached chamber music groups.
Performed in the pit orchestra for choral and theatrical productions.
Expressed musical themes through tempo, phrasing, volume and dynamics.
Closely followed musical notation and conductor's instructions.
Performed as a flute accompanist to choirs.
Played a variety of music with a broad stylistic range and improvisatorial flexibility.
Played benefit concerts to support youth music programs (MYS).
Maintained a studio of 4 (piano/flute) private students (outside company).
Performed in front of live audiences on television and as part of theater productions.
Performed both a capella and with musical accompaniment.
Scheduled and ran rehearsals, reserved rehearsal space and arranged for accompanists.
Conferred with clergy to select music for church services.
Performed with orchestras, symphonies, choirs and bands.
Performed background music for live shows such as ballets, operas, musical theatre productions and cabarets.
Played flute for a variety of religious services.
I play whenever I can. Whether someone needs me to play flute, teach lessons or run rehearsals and manage an ensemble I\'m usually eager to participate.
Education
2016
Bachelor of Arts: ConductingWayne State University - Detroit, MI, USA
Originally started a Bachelor of Music in Music Education. I have completed all but the student teaching and two general education courses. I've also completed all music requirements for a Flute Performance concentration except for two recitals and a pedagogy class. As I work on my Masters in Wind Conducting I plan to finish the requirements for Flute Performance as a Post Bachelor as well as a certificate in Orchestral Studies.
Emphasis in Conducting and Flute Performance.
Coursework in Music Theory: Theory 1-4 General Techniques, Analytical Techniques, Counterpoint, Special Topics: Stravinsky Analysis, Schenkerian Analysis. 
Coursework in Vocal Techniques and Musical Theater: Vocal Pedagogy, Pit Musician for local choirs and musicals, Orchestral Musician accompanying WSU Choral Union.
Coursework in Music History: World, Early, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, 20th Century-contemporary. 
Coursework in Music Education: Introduction to Instrumental Education, General Music Education, Woodwinds Methods, Strings Methods, Brass Methods, Percussion Methods, Instrumental Methods in Schools 1-2, Conducting 1-2.
Coursework in Private Instruction:
4 years private flute lessons with Laura Larson.
3 years private flute/piccolo lessons with Sharon Sparrow.
2 years private piano lessons with Robert Conway.
4 years private conducting lessons with Doug Bianchi.
1 semester private conducting lessons with Kypros Markou.
1 semester private clarinet lesson with Donald Platter.
1 semester private violin lesson with Laura Roeloefs.
2009
High School DiplomaChippewa Valley High School - Clinton Township, MI, USA

Emphasis in Instrumental Music.
Recipient of Don Houser Scholarship (Awarded for marching/concert band leadership in memory of late band booster).
Drum Major of Marching Band- 2 years
Marching Band Member- 4 years
Symphonic Band- 2 years
Wind Ensemble- 2 years
Honors coursework: English, History, Chemistry, Biology, Government
A.P. coursework: U.S. History, Biology, Psychology, English
Electives: Band, Civil War History, Shakespeare, British Literature, Environmental Science, Student Teaching Program (assisted and taught 6th grade Band at Wyandot Middle School)
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Weekend School of Music
  • At Home Music Lessons
  • Music on the Go
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School Attended

  • Wayne State University
  • Chippewa Valley High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Piano Instructor
  • Piano/flute/voice/violin/guitar Instructor
  • General Music Instructor
  • Freelance Musician

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Arts : Conducting
    High School Diploma

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