K. Lydia Üsou
Campbellsville,KY
Summary
Fun Piano Instructor with 10 years' expertise helping students learn to play and develop a passion for music. Knowledgeable professional with strong background in teaching fine arts. Proven track record of successfully engaging students in learning. Employs deep understanding of importance of creativity in classroom to meet student needs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Piano Tutor
Campbellsville University
08.2022 - Current
- Conducted individual and group music lessons lasting from 30 to 60 minutes each.
- Gathered display materials and distributed programs for shows and performances.
- Adapted teaching style according to each student''s unique personality traits, strengths, weaknesses, ensuring optimal results within diverse groups of learners.
Piano Accompanist
Campbellsville University
01.2017 - Current
- Scheduled rehearsals with other musicians and choirs.
- Interpreted and modified music to personalize performances.
- Maintained strong relationships with fellow musicians through open communication, adaptability, and a collaborative mindset.
Private Piano Teacher
Self-employeed
06.2013 - Current
- Assessed student learning to evaluate student learning and progress through tests, performances and portfolios.
- Expanded students'' musical knowledge by integrating theory, ear training, sight-reading, and composition exercises into regular practice sessions.
Music Teacher
Co-opt class, Campbellsville Homeschool, KY
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Evaluated and graded students' class work, performances, projects, assignments and papers.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
Church Pianist
Church Outreach Campbellsville University, KY
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Collaborated with the choir director to select appropriate music for church services, ensuring a harmonious and uplifting atmosphere.
- Interpreted different music by making use of voice production, harmony, rhythm and melody to present characterization.
- Transposed pieces from one instrument to another and one key to another to accommodate client and musician preferences.
Piano/Violin Instructor
Mountain Music Academy, Nagaland, India
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Increased students'' technical proficiency through targeted practice exercises and focused instruction on proper violin technique.
- Expanded repertoire knowledge by researching new pieces suitable for different skill levels.
Education
Master of Music in Piano Performance and Pedagogy -
Campbellsville University School of Music
Campbellsville, Kentucky05.2024
Bachelor of Arts in Music (Piano) -
Campbellsville University School of Music
Campbellsville, Kentucky05.2021
Certificate in Graded in Music Performance- Piano Grade 1-8 -
Trinity College London
02.2013
Certificate in Graded in Music Theory- Grade 1-8 -
Trinity College London
02.2013
Certificate in Graded in Music Performance- Violin Grade 1-5 -
Trinity College London
02.2011
Skills
- Piano expertise
- Collaboration
- Music Theory
- Creativity
- Communication
- Musical Arrangements
- Digital music technology
- Group and individual instruction
- Sight-Reading Proficiency
- Microsoft Office
Affiliations
Music National Teachers Association
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Nagamese
Native or Bilingual
Angami
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Piano Tutor
Campbellsville University
08.2022 - Current
Music Teacher
Co-opt class, Campbellsville Homeschool, KY
01.2022 - 01.2023
Piano Accompanist
Campbellsville University
01.2017 - Current
Church Pianist
Church Outreach Campbellsville University, KY
01.2017 - 01.2020
Piano/Violin Instructor
Mountain Music Academy, Nagaland, India
01.2014 - 01.2016
Private Piano Teacher
Self-employeed
06.2013 - Current
Master of Music in Piano Performance and Pedagogy -
Campbellsville University School of Music
Bachelor of Arts in Music (Piano) -
Campbellsville University School of Music
Certificate in Graded in Music Performance- Piano Grade 1-8 -
Trinity College London
Certificate in Graded in Music Theory- Grade 1-8 -
Trinity College London
Certificate in Graded in Music Performance- Violin Grade 1-5 -
Trinity College London