![]() ![]() A recording contract with the Austrian National Radio. Principal clarinetist with such ensembles as the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra, Charlotte Philharmonic, Charleston (SC) Symphony, ALEA III (Boston), American Chamber Winds, Northwest Clarinet Quartet, Keystone Wind Ensemble, Tanglewood’s Fromm Festival, and on Broadway. Solo and recital appearances throughout Europe, the Middle East, Canada, Australia, and the United States. Menlo Park, California Performances & Distinctions This work has provided some of the richest learning experiences in my professional life.”ī.M., University of the Pacific M.M., University of Oregon Artist Diploma in Clarinet, Vienna Music Academy (Austria) D.M.A., Boston University Divisionĭean, Prep Theory, Clarinet, Chamber Ensembles Music Conservatory of Westchester “I believe it is a privilege and an honor to work with special needs individuals. She has also recorded with Paul Simon (producer) on Edie Brickell’s “Picture Perfect Morning.” She is versed in pop, rock, gospel, and percussive styles and finds accompanying vocalists and instrumentalists some of the most rewarding creative endeavors. ![]() She founded the internationally known women’s percussion and vocal ensemble ASÉ which was the first group to record women playing bata drums. She performed with several Afro-Cuban, Afro-Caribbean, and African folkloric groups, including Women of the Calabash, Retumba Con Pie, Obini Aché, and Riské. During her tenure there, she studied at the National School of Modern Dance and Folklore in Havana. Studied with various noted African and Latin percussionists before settling at the world-renowned Harbor School of the Performing Arts in East Harlem, New York. Over 23 years of experience as a music therapist working with special needs individuals. Music Therapy Music Conservatory of Westchesterįaculty since 2000 Provides individual and group music therapy onsite and outreach. Phyllis Bethel, MA, MT-BC Degrees & StudiesīA, Wesleyan University MA, Music Therapy, NYU Division Above all-particularly for young beginners-parental involvement and support are crucial to a student’s success.” Musical literacy is at the forefront of my teaching, as I believe it is the key to boundless musical exploration. Strong technique starts in the mind, and is all about producing the best tone in the easiest and most comfortable way. Developing musicality comes from frequent exposure to all kinds of music. Fostering an environment of trust is necessary in order for a student to feel open and safe to try, fail, and have the courage to try again. I believe it is a teacher’s duty to discover how each student learns, then guide them along their unique musical journey. When first I meet a new student, I feel as though I am learning to teach all over again. “Every person is unique in mind and body, and no method or approach will be exactly the same from one student to another. Naseer was a concerto soloist with the South County Chamber Orchestra (RI), and has had his compositions performed by chamber ensembles associated with the Rhode Island Philharmonic. Tara Helen O’Connor, James Austin Smith, Timothy Cobb (Principal Bass, New York Philharmonic), Demian Austin (Principal Trombone, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra), among several others. He has had the privilege of performing with Bradley Brookshire (Harpsichordist and Assistant Conductor at the Metropolitan Opera), the late Susan Thomas (principal flute, Rhode Island Philharmonic), and collaborating with the students in the studios of several renowned musicians, such as Dr. He has been a guest artist at the University of Rhode Island Summer Music Academy. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Pearl River, NY. Naseer is a staff pianist at SUNY at Purchase College, and music director of St. Composition student of Du Yun, Laura Kaminsky, and Eliane Aberdam piano student of Sławomir Dobrzański, Stephanie Brown, and Miyoko Lotto viola student of Joseph Ceo and Ann Danis. Solo and recital appearances in Providence (RI), New York (NY), Portland & Ashland (OR), and Atlanta & Savannah (GA). Wakefield, Rhode Island Performances & Distinctions B.M., University of Rhode Island M.M., SUNY at Purchase College Artist Diploma in Piano Performance, SUNY at Purchase College. ![]()
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