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KATHRYN FELT

Riverdale,NY

Summary

Personable and innovative educator and pianist dedicated to fostering academic growth, intellectual curiosity, and artistic excellence. Deep understanding of piano and chamber repertoire, coupled with a dynamic and inclusive pedagogical approach that supports students of diverse backgrounds and learning styles. Committed to student success through individualized instruction, chamber music coaching, and performance preparation. Passionate about contributing to an academic community that values diversity, equity, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Experienced in performance, mentoring students, coordinating piano studies, and engaging with prospective students to cultivate a vibrant and supportive musical environment.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Lecturer in Music History

Rutgers University
09.2021 - Current
  • Develop course materials and delivered lectures for the Introduction to Music course, exploring the cultural, historical, and social contexts of music for undergraduate students and music minors.
  • Taught varying class sizes ranging from 15 to 75 students, creating an inclusive and engaging learning environment.
  • Achieved an 88% positive teaching rating, with students consistently rating the course as "highly engaging" or "excellent."
  • Incorporated digital tools and multimedia resources to create interactive lectures, facilitating deeper student engagement with course material.

Piano Faculty

Third Street Music School Settlement
09.2017 - 05.2022
  • Instructor for the Partners Program, leading five group piano classes for beginner students (up to six students per class), focusing on collaborative learning through duets and group activities to enhance ensemble skills and foster a sense of community among students.
  • Taught solo piano lessons, tailoring instruction to each student’s individual needs, and preparing them for successful ABRSM exam outcomes.
  • Organized and taught masterclasses for the school's summer camp, providing advanced students with in-depth performance coaching and feedback.
  • Developed engaging, student-centered lesson plans that combined technique, music theory, and performance, ensuring a balanced and comprehensive approach to piano education.
  • Fostered a supportive, inclusive environment where students of all backgrounds felt motivated and confident in their musical growth.

Independent Piano Teacher

Self-employeed
08.2022 - Current
  • Provide personalized one-on-one and group piano instruction to students of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels, fostering an inclusive environment where each student’s unique learning needs are valued.
  • Design and implement comprehensive curricula, integrating technical exercises, music theory, and musical interpretation to develop well-rounded pianists.
  • Incorporate diverse repertoire, including works by underrepresented composers, to broaden students' musical perspectives and promote cultural awareness.
  • Organize recitals and performance opportunities, giving students the chance to showcase their progress and build confidence in a live-performance setting.

Instructor for Rutgers Arts Online

Rutgers University
09.2020 - 05.2021
  • Taught music in a digital format to 80 students, emphasizing accessibility and engagement through interactive multimedia tools, discussion forums, and virtual performance analysis,

Editorial Intern

W.W. Norton & Company
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Assisted with editorial projects for the Norton Anthology of Western Music, ensuring accuracy and clarity in content by meticulously reviewing and editing texts for the online version.
  • Collaborated with senior editors to improve the structure and flow of written content, ensuring it met academic standards while maintaining accessibility for a wide audience.
  • Gained experience in research, fact-checking, and editing, contributing to high-quality academic publications in music theory and history.
  • Contributed to the organization and content creation for The Avid Listener blog, writing a featured article that explored the piano works of Zenobia Powell Perry

Staff Pianist/Collaborative Pianist

The Juilliard School
09.2014 - 05.2017
  • Provided collaborative piano support for student lessons, studio classes, and performances.
  • Worked with students of esteemed faculty members, including Ronald Copes, Catherine Cho, Sylvia Rosenberg, Naoko Tanaka (violin), and Judith LeClair (bassoon).

Education

Doctor of Musical Arts - Piano Performance

Rutgers University, Mason Gross School of Arts
New Brunswick, NJ

Masters of Music - Collaborative Piano

The Juilliard School
New York

Bachelors of Music - Piano Performance

Rice University, Texas - Shepherd School of Music
Houston, Texas

Skills

  • Academic Research & Writing
  • Adaptive Teaching Methods
  • Group & Individual Instruction
  • Ensemble & Performance Coaching
  • Digital Tools (Finale, Sibelius, Logic Pro)
  • Sight-Reading & Score Reduction
  • Curriculum Development & Pedagogy
  • Lecture & Workshop Presentation
  • Collaborative Mindset
  • Strong communication skills

Performance Highlights

  • Founder & Artistic Director, Wild Muse Concert Series (Yorktown Heights, NY) Curate and perform programs featuring nature-inspired and diverse works for solo piano and chamber music in an outdoor setting at Faraway Farm Alpacas.
  • Principal Keyboardist, Delaware Symphony and Reading Symphony (Recent seasons).
  • Solo & Collaborative Recitals at Zimmerli Art Museum (New Brunswick, NJ), Schare Recital Hall (Rutgers University), Riverhead Library (Long Island, NY), Pianoplus Concert Series (Hamptons, NY), Arts and Letters Club (Toronto, CA), Young Artist-Series (Glebe-St. James), and Chapel House (Colgate University).
  • Canadian Premiere of Enrique Granados's Cant de los Estrellas with the Orpheus Choir of Toronto.
  • Principal Keyboard Soloist, New World Symphony, The Juilliard Orchestra, and The Juilliard Wind Ensemble.
  • Staff Pianist, Castleman Quartet Program: performed with violinist Charles Castleman and coached string students.
  • Fellow, The Royal Conservatory of Music's Glenn Gould School: Performed in masterclasses with Leon Fleisher, Richard Goode, John O'Conor, Jeremy Denk, Jean Saulnier, Malcolm Bilson, and Gil Kalish and Finalist, RCM Concerto Competition.
  • Chamber Musician, Lincoln Center Stage, Holland America Line: Performed classical and contemporary chamber music aboard Holland America Line, presenting nightly recitals in the distinctive Lincoln Center Stage onboard venues.

Timeline

Independent Piano Teacher

Self-employeed
08.2022 - Current

Lecturer in Music History

Rutgers University
09.2021 - Current

Instructor for Rutgers Arts Online

Rutgers University
09.2020 - 05.2021

Editorial Intern

W.W. Norton & Company
01.2019 - 01.2020

Piano Faculty

Third Street Music School Settlement
09.2017 - 05.2022

Staff Pianist/Collaborative Pianist

The Juilliard School
09.2014 - 05.2017

Doctor of Musical Arts - Piano Performance

Rutgers University, Mason Gross School of Arts

Masters of Music - Collaborative Piano

The Juilliard School

Bachelors of Music - Piano Performance

Rice University, Texas - Shepherd School of Music
KATHRYN FELT