Caleb Medran
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Passionate music educator with nearly a decade of experience running a private piano studio, fostering the enjoyment, courage and discipline that piano excellence requires. Specializes in adaptive piano instruction and curriculum development catering to age group and individuality of students. Has organized multiple student performances and recitals alone and in collaboration with other music educators. Has experience running rehearsals, directing ensembles and preparing students for recitals and juries. Proficient in advanced music theory, aural skills, and music reading.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Piano Instructor
Colorado Springs Conservatory
Colorado Springs
08.2024 - Current
- Deliverers private piano and music theory instruction utilizing Faber and Royal Conservatory of Music methodologies.
- Prepares students for a variety of recitals, performances and juries each semester.
- Designed and implemented curriculum for group piano classes for 1st though 6th grade students.
- Created and delivered engaging curriculum for week long summer camp to foster interest in conservatory programs among prospective students.
Piano Instructor
Self Employed
Colorado Springs
01.2019 - Current
- Develops customized lesson plans that align with student/parent goals to enrich student learning and engagement.
- Instructs students in music theory, technique, sight reading, and aural skills.
- Introduces students to a variety of musical styles.
- Organizes recitals to provide students opportunities to showcase their talents publicly and experience the art of performing.
- Cultivates strong relationships with students and parents to support musical development and retention efforts.
- Communicates regularly with parents to provide information about students progress and challenges.
Accompanist
Woodland Park Sr and Jr Highschool
Woodland Park, CO
01.2026 - Current
- Frequently and effectively leads rehearsals in absence of the choir director, allowing for continuity of student learning.
- Plays accompaniment and vocal parts for daily rehearsals to assist in student preparation for concerts and competitions.
- Performs various musical styles, adapting quickly to changing performance requirements.
Education
Piano Performance
Colorado State University
Pueblo, CO05-2024
Skills
- Adaptive individual based piano instruction
- Student preparation for recitals and juries
- Performance organization
- Curriculum development and lesson planning
- Ensemble direction
- Colleague collaboration
- Proficient in piano and chorale music
- Advanced music theory
- Aural skills
- Sight reading
Timeline
Accompanist
Woodland Park Sr and Jr Highschool
01.2026 - Current
Piano Instructor
Colorado Springs Conservatory
08.2024 - Current
Piano Instructor
Self Employed
01.2019 - Current
Piano Performance
Colorado State University