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EDUCATION

2009-2012
Lesley University, Cambridge, MA
M.A. – Music Therapy

2001-2003
California Institute of the Arts, Valencia, CA
M.F.A. – Performer/Composer

Composition Instructors: Stephen L. Mosko, James Tenney
Piano Instructors: Peter Miyamoto, Vicki Ray

1996-2000
Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA
B.A. – Music (Piano/Composition) and Psychology

Composition Instructors: Paul Humphreys, Mark Saya
Piano Instructors: Tania Fleischer, Wendy Prober
Honors: Summa Cum Laude, Top Music Graduate, Valedictorian Candidate
Societies: Psi Chi (psychology honors society), Alpha Sigma Nu (Jesuit honors Society), Damus Nostrum service club (president 1999-2000), Student Music Socie ty (president 1999-2000)

WORK EXPERIENCE

2015-2017 Lesley University (contracted position) Cambridge, MA
Music Therapy Supervisor

Oversee development and implementation of music therapy program at Elder Services Plan, a day center for the elderly in Boston
Assist music therapy interns in creating and running groups
Assist interns in educating staff about music therapy as well as helping them integrate into the existing culture

2014-present Minuteman ARC Early Intervention Concord, MA
Music Therapist and Mental Health Counselor (LMHC-Eligible)

Create and carry out treatment plans for children with special needs, ages 1-3
Participate in developmental testing and forming of IFSPs (Individual Family Service Plans)
Create and lead music therapy groups

2012-present Self-employed Lincoln, MA
Piano, composition, and theory instructor

Private studio averages 15-20 students
Teach beginners through early advanced students
Prepare students for recitals, twice per year

2014-present Halalisa Singers Lexington, MA
Accompanist

Accompany community world music choir of 20-30 singers
Lead rehearsals and sectionals when needed

2012-2015 Newbridge on the Charles Dedham, MA
Music Therapist

Create and run music therapy groups with seniors with Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of dementia
Assess residents’ needs to assess appropriateness of particular music therapy interventions
Work in a team with other expressive therapists, CNAs, and private aides

2012-2013 Thom Early Intervention and Family Services Shrewsbury, MA
Music Therapist

Create and carry out treatment plans for children with special needs, ages 1-3
Participate in developmental testing and forming of IFSPs (Individual Family Service Plans)
Create and lead music therapy groups

2010-2012 Boston ABA Boston, MA
Behavioral Therapist

Work one-on-one doing applied behavior analysis (a-b-a) with children with autism
Develop musical means to teach necessary information such as name, address, and phone numbers

2011-2012 Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Boston, MA
Music Therapy Intern

Developed and utilized music therapy assessments for patients with brain injuries
Developed and utilized music therapy protocols in working with brain injured patients as individuals and in group settings
Presented in-service to audience of therapists and doctors
Presented for stroke support group and brain injury support group

2010-2011 Sherrill House Jamaica Plain, MA
Music Therapy Intern

Developed and led, with voice and guitar, neurological music therapy groups, appreciation groups, and reminiscence groups
Expanded musical repertoire appropriate to residents’ desires and needs
Developed and utilized assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes with individual clients

2010-2011 Jammin’ With You Boston, MA
Piano/guitar instructor

Taught piano and guitar students privately
Used a variety of teaching methods, geared to learning style of each student

2001-2009 Self-employed Los Angeles, CA
Piano instructor

MTAC (Music Teacher’s Association of California) member
Private studio averaged 17-29 students
Have taught ages 5-65
Have taught beginners through early advanced students

   2005-2009              Loyola Marymount University                                       Los Angeles, CA
                                    Lecturer

Developed curriculum for Fundamentals of Music
Lectured Fundamentals of Music, Music Theory 1 and 2
Created projects and evaluation materials
Created arenas for musicians and non-musicians to perform, compose, discuss, and actively listen to music

2004-2007 Lauridsen Ballet Center Torrance, CA
Staff pianist

Compiled appropriate music for accompaniment of various dance classes
Used written music and improvisation for accompaniment

2004-2005 Orange County Children’s Therapeutic Arts Center Santa Ana, CA
Group piano instructor

Developed curriculum and handouts
Taught basic piano skills and music theory to special needs children and adults

2005-2007 Palo Verde Avenue Christian Church Long Beach, CA
Church pianist and choir director

Played during Sunday services, using written music and occasional improvisation
Rehearsed and directed choir for performances during services

2002-2004 Parks and Recreation, Drama Department El Segundo, CA
Music director

Vocal coaching for musical theater performances
Rehearsed with individual singers and groups
Arranged music for small ensembles
Directed and accompanied various musical theater performances

2002 Cazadero Performing Arts Camp Cazadero, CA
Music staff

Taught private and group piano lessons
Taught private and group composition lessons for middle-school aged children
Accompanied various choirs
Performed with various ensembles at faculty recitals

1999-2001 Autism Partnership Seal Beach, CA Behavioral Therapist

Worked one-on-one doing applied behavior analysis (a-b-a) with children with autism
Developed musical means to teach necessary information such as name, address, and phone numbers
Accompanied children on outings to increase social abilities