Encore Theory and Ear Training Test Scores March 2014

Impressive scores this year from every student! 

I hope you learned a lot! Here are some scores:

Encore Theory/Ear Training/History Exam

Test Scores 2014

Name	Level	Theory	Ear Training	Average
Sophi	1	100	100	100
Annika	2	94	100	97
Sadi	2	100	100	100
Parker	3	100	100	100
Brock	3	96	92	94
Clark	3	94	96	95
Makayla	3	100	92	96
Gabi	4	97	98	98
Lauren	4	98	92	95
Andrew	4	97	98	98

Sophi Deucher Performs her First Solo Recital

On January 29th, 2014, Sophi Deucher completed her first Solo Recital. She chose PINK for her  trophy upon completion. She performed 15 polished pieces by memory. It was a wonderful celebration of A LOT of work! Hurray Sophi! (And...hurray for new repertoire!)

Sophi with Del Moody and Chris Moody--her grandparents, my parents

Sophi's duet partner (and now BFF) came to support her on this special occasion

A very proud teacher and Aunt! Good job Sophi!

Nationally Certified Teacher of Music (NCTM)--What does that mean?

I was so excited to receive this certificate,
but sad that it already has a dent. 

Today I received my Permanent Professional Certified Teacher of Music in Piano credential given by MTNA (Music Teachers National Association). To become Nationally Certified was quite a process: I had to take a comprehensive pedagogy test, provide proof that my students participate actively in recitals, festivals and competitions, provide proof of myself as a performer and accompanist, show my knowledge and understanding of students cognitive and social growth as pianists to develop a course of study for each student, show basic professional and ethical business practice, etc. After meeting and maintaining the Certification Standards for 12 years, I now hold the Permanent Professional Certification status. For the public, certification helps readily identify competent music teachers in their communities. When looking up teachers, you may find "NCTM" after their name. This means they are a Nationally Certified Teacher of Music.

"The MTNA certification program provides perhaps the single best indicator to our society that MTNA and its members view the teaching of music as a profession requiring not only dedication but intense preparation." R. Wayne Gibson, NCTM

Winners' Concert in Assembly Hall on Temple Square

March 5th, 2014: Ava performed Mendelssohn's Concerto in D Minor, 3rd movement, as the 1st Place Winner of the Jr. High Division of the UMTA Concerto Competition.

Not only did she look beautiful, but she played beautifully as well!