Clarisa De La Garza
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Trained professional with strong experience in traditional and modern approaches to teaching and performing arts. Creates stimulating lessons for all levels of students. Believes in the value of collaborative learning and committed to fostering a nurturing classroom environment that encourages students to think critically and expressively. Uses composition and music theory experience to incorporate music theory concepts to further enhance student understanding and performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Clarinet and Piano Instructor
Musical Arts Center Of San Antonio
10.2020 - Current
- Teaches students age 5 to adult, from all levels of experience.
- Customizes lessons to accommodate each student's unique goals and interests.
- Conducts private lessons lasting from 30 to 60 minutes each.
- Communicates regularly with parents to provide information about children's progress and challenges.
- Establishes strong music foundation with students by incorporating bodily awareness, music theory concepts, and composition exercises into lessons.
- Prepares students for recitals, competitions, and exams.
Private Clarinet and Piano Instructor
Studio 88 School Of Music
01.2018 - 10.2020
- Taught students age 5 to adult, from all levels of experience.
- Customized lessons to accommodate each student's unique goals and interests.
- Conducted private lessons lasting from 30 to 60 minutes each.
- Communicated regularly with parents to provide information about children's progress and challenges.
- Established strong music foundation with students by incorporating bodily awareness, music theory concepts, and composition exercises into lessons.
- Prepared students for recitals, competitions, and exams.
Private Clarinet Instructor
Northeast ISD
09.2017 - 05.2020
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
Band and Choral Accompanist
Northeast ISD, Judson ISD, East Central ISD
09.2017 - 04.2020
- Provided piano accompaniment for choir rehearsals, concerts, and TMEA UIL competitions
- Provided piano accompaniment for rehearsals and performances for band and choir TMEA Solo and Ensemble competitions.
Music Instructor
Crescendo Music Institute
06.2015 - 07.2017
- Taught piano, woodwind, brass, and voice lessons.
- Taught students age 3 to adult, from all levels of experience.
- Conducted private and group lessons lasting from 30 to 60 minutes each.
- Communicated regularly with parents to provide information about children's progress and challenges.
- Established strong music foundation with students by incorporating bodily awareness, music theory concepts, and composition exercises into lessons.
- Prepared students for recitals and public performances.
Education
Master of Music - Clarinet Performance
University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX05.2024
Bachelor of Music - Clarinet Performance
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX05.2017
Skills
- Trained in Instrumental and Music Theory Pedagogy
- Composes Solo and Chamber Music
- Publishes and Distributes Original Compositions
- Directing and Conducting Experience; band, orchestra, chamber groups
- Studio Recording Experience; performing and directing
- Proficient in Finale; music notation software
- Proficient in Reaper; audio editing software
Accomplishments
- Original compositions distributed by CAMco, LLC at clarinetallmusic.com
- Original compositions self-published at cdelagarzamusic.com
- Original composition Rhapsody no.1: "Impressions" chosen as finalist in International Clarinet Association annual composition competition
- Original composition Lost in Reverie premiered at Texas Music Educator's Association convention in 2024
- Original composition 9:13 premiered at International Clarinet Association convention in 2016
- Second place award at University of Texas at San Antonio College of Liberal and Fine Arts research competition, submission, A Beginner's Guide to Klezmer Clarinet Techniques
- Winner of University of Texas at San Antonio annual concerto competition in 2023
- Winner of University of Texas Rio Grande Valley annual concerto competition in 2016
Timeline
Private Clarinet and Piano Instructor
Musical Arts Center Of San Antonio
10.2020 - Current
Private Clarinet and Piano Instructor
Studio 88 School Of Music
01.2018 - 10.2020
Private Clarinet Instructor
Northeast ISD
09.2017 - 05.2020
Band and Choral Accompanist
Northeast ISD, Judson ISD, East Central ISD
09.2017 - 04.2020
Music Instructor
Crescendo Music Institute
06.2015 - 07.2017
Master of Music - Clarinet Performance
University of Texas At San Antonio
Bachelor of Music - Clarinet Performance
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Similar Profiles
Margaret WolfeMargaret Wolfe
Voice Instructor at Musical Arts Center of San AntonioVoice Instructor at Musical Arts Center of San Antonio
Guadalupe RodriguezGuadalupe Rodriguez
RTT IV at San Antonio State Supported Living CenterRTT IV at San Antonio State Supported Living Center
Mishell MedinaMishell Medina
GI Technician at San Antonio Ambulatory Surgical CenterGI Technician at San Antonio Ambulatory Surgical Center
JOSHUA HERNANDEZJOSHUA HERNANDEZ
Maintance Inspector at Mesa SolutionsMaintance Inspector at Mesa Solutions
ISAIAH YANASISAIAH YANAS
Electrician Apprentice at IBEW Local 60Electrician Apprentice at IBEW Local 60