Megan Neuman
Huntington Station,NY
Summary
Professional bassoonist and educator pursuing a Doctor of Musical Arts in Bassoon Performance at Stony Brook University, with extensive experience in private instruction, chamber music coaching, and professional orchestral performance. A graduate of the Juilliard School, dedicated to developing students' technical foundations, musicality, confidence, and individuality as performers. Committed to creating an engaging and supportive learning environment that inspires students to pursue excellence and a lifelong appreciation for music.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, New York
08.2026 - Current
- Teach an undergraduate section of Elements of Music under faculty supervision.
- Lead class sessions and facilitate student learning in foundational music concepts.
- Communicate with students regarding course material and academic questions.
- Evaluate student work according to course standards.
Chamber Music Faculty- Adventure Music Camp
Eastman School of Music Community Music School
Rochester, NY
07.2025 - Current
- Taught and coached students in grades 5-9 through small chamber music groups, focusing on ensemble skills, musicality, stylistic awareness, and effective collaboration.
- Selected repertoire that balanced students' interests, ability levels, and appropriate musical challenges, while providing individualized goals for improvement.
- Collaborated with the band director and assisted with larger ensembles, supporting rehearsals and student development.
- Fostered an engaging and encouraging environment that inspired students to explore classical music and pursue music-making. Welcomed returning students who expressed enthusiasm for continued participation.
Private Bassoon Instructor
Self Employed
Huntington Station, New York
09.2021 - Current
- Provide individualized one-on-one bassoon instruction to students ranging from middle school through amateur adults, from absolute beginners to advanced performers.
- Develop students' foundational technique, musicality and performance skills, while fostering confidence and an inspiring approach to music-making.
- Prepare students for auditions, including NYSSMA Solos, and youth orchestra auditions.
- Coordinate lesson schedules and communicate with students and parents regarding progress and instructional goals.
Education
DMA - Bassoon Performance
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY05-2029
Master of Arts - Bassoon Performance
The Juilliard School
New York, NY05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Music
Eastman School of Music
Rochester05-2023
Skills
- Bassoon Performance & Pedagogy
- Private Bassoon Instruction
- Undergraduate Music Instruction
- Chamber Music Coaching
- Music Theory & Aural Skills
- Audition Preparation
- Student-Centered Instruction
- Orchestral Performance
- Classical Music Repertoire
Professional Experience
- Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra- Substitute Musician, May 2025-Present
- Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra- Substitute Musician, June 2023-Present
- Albany Symphony Orchestra- Substitute Musician, January 2026-Present
- Syracuse Orchestra- Substitute Musician, September 2022-Present
- York Symphony Orchestra- Substitute Musician, May 2026-Present
Timeline
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Stony Brook University
08.2026 - Current
Chamber Music Faculty- Adventure Music Camp
Eastman School of Music Community Music School
07.2025 - Current
Private Bassoon Instructor
Self Employed
09.2021 - Current
DMA - Bassoon Performance
Stony Brook University
Master of Arts - Bassoon Performance
The Juilliard School
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Music
Eastman School of Music