Michelle Jones
Sparta,WI
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Piano Instructor
Self Employed Services
Sparta, WI
01.1997 - Current
- Prompted student motivation, participation and listening skills through positive reinforcement and weekly recognition.
- Developed strong working relationships with students and parents to accomplish school and departmental vision and goals.
- Recommended supplemental materials such as books, recordings or websites for further study.
- Demonstrated proper posture, hand position and fingering techniques for playing the piano.
- Assessed students' progress and structured lesson plans to facilitate continued learning.
- Introduced electronic instruments as extension to traditional acoustic pianos.
Pianist/Music Leader
Fort McCoy Religious Services
Fort McCy, WI
01.1995 - Current
- Performed music for Protestant Services and Catholic Masses at Fort McCoy since January 1995.
- Played for prayer breakfasts, luncheons, weddings, and funerals at Fort McCoy for many years.
- Applied knowledge of harmony, melody and voice production to individualize presentations and maintain audience interest.
- Managed requests for specific musical pieces.
- Traveled regularly to attend music conferences, workshops, and networking events.
- Edited existing compositions to improve their sound quality.
- Music major in Piano Performance at the University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire. Studied under the direction of Dr. Patterson.
Skills
- Studio management
- Music history education
- Advanced piano technique
- Piano accompaniment
- Parent-teacher collaboration
Timeline
Private Piano Instructor
Self Employed Services
01.1997 - Current
Pianist/Music Leader
Fort McCoy Religious Services
01.1995 - Current