Faculty Biography

:: Suzanne Schons ::::::

Philosophy: I enjoy teaching piano to students of all ages and levels, and my goal is to provide quality music instruction while also making the experience enjoyable and rewarding. I believe every person has musical ability, and I strive to help students develop their musical skills to their fullest potential. My special interests include studying how the brain processes music, and teaching adult learners.

Teaches:

Traditional piano, Suzuki piano, Adult piano

Teaching Since:

1993

Education:

Ph.D. (Music Education, Emphasis in Piano Pedagogy), University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
Master of Music (Piano Performance and Pedagogy), University of Oklahoma
Bachelor of Music (Piano Performance), Moorhead State University, Moorhead, MN
Book 1 Suzuki Piano Teacher Training, American Suzuki Institute, Stevens Point, WI

Groups/Associations:

Music Teachers National Association (member and Nationally Certified Teacher of Music)
Minnesota Music Teachers Association
St. Paul Piano Teachers Association
Suzuki Association of the Americas
Faculty member, University of St. Thomas Music Department

Ongoing Professional Development/Events:

Presenter at Music Teachers National Association Convention - April, 2008
Attended Minnesota Music Teachers Convention - June, 2008
Article published in Keyboard Companion magazine - Spring 2008
Attended National Conference on Keyboard Pedagogy - August, 2007
Presenter at Minnesota Music Teachers Convention - June, 2007

Student Opportunities:

MMTA Piano Contest—Spring
MMTA Theory Exams—Various dates
National Federation of Music Exams—February
K&S Recitals – Various dates