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A Joyful Voice Susan Pound |
Piano Teacher | Portales, New Mexico |
Piano Lessons In Susan's Piano Studio! Children & Adults are Welcome!
Lessons are Available to New Mexico Residents Living in Clovis and Portales. Teaching Philosophy: Music is a celebration of life. Through the years as a musician, life has taught me to enjoy each day for the blessings it has to offer. Teaching others how to appreciate life’s great blessings and to express that gratitude in music is my life’s work and passion. The world over, people may be created slightly different physically, but the human heart remains constant. Love, Joy, Peace, and Understanding are the principles that transcend geography and culture, and unite us as a global community. It is a pleasure to bring that message to my students. Teaching Method: 1. The student is assessed and instructed at a level that’s consistent with previous musical experience. Graded theory and activity books prepare the student for progressively difficult repertoire. 2. A kinesthetic, “hands-on” approach is preferred to verbal, lecture-style instruction. One learns by doing— not only by hearing. 3. The student-teacher relationship should be positive and encouraging so that the student is actively involved in the learning process, and feels free to ask questions. Susan Pound's Biography: Susan Pound is a devoted vocalist, pianist, songwriter, and teacher. A native of San Antonio, Texas, she began her music career at the age of 10, taking on the full-time position as piano accompanist for her church. During her eight-year tenure as the church pianist, Susan gained critical performance skills that she continues to build upon today. As an educator, Susan is effective in passing on her skills to students. She is able to explain difficult concepts in a manner easy to understand. Susan's joyful and enthusiastic personality has a positive effect on her students, putting them at ease and giving them a desire to learn. The student-teacher relationship is positive and encouraging so that the student is actively involved in the learning process and feels free to ask questions. Susan's talents as a musician are a result of her experience performing for many churches, weddings, graduations, conferences, etc. Susan is familiar with many styles of music which include Traditional and Contemporary Christian, Classical, Gospel, Pop, Country, New Age, etc. Susan's original compositions are truly unique. Unassuming and organic, her music flows from her devotion to and active relationship with the Living God, Jesus Christ. Her inspiration, along with formal training in composition and piano performance, fills her music with both innocence and maturity. Susan currently lives in Portales, NM with her husband and her seven cats. In her spare time, Susan loves knitting, Baking, Songwriting & playing with her family of cats. Testimonials: Melody Olson; Client for 3 years in Anthem, AZ (Review written on October 19, 2011) “Susan is sooo wonderful! She is a patient and kind teacher. She teaches 3 of my kids; my 2 girls love it and she even makes piano bearable for my youngest (who doesn't want lessons at all). They have really grown in the time she has taught them. They all 3 sound wonderful and I really enjoy listening to them play, thanks to Susan. She has a very kind heart, which is obvious when you meet her and her skills are unbeatable.” Maria Lennon; Fellow Choir member in Anthem, AZ (Review written on March 23, 2011) "Susan Pound, the accompanist for our church choir for several years, is a dynamic and talented musician who brings a sense of professionalism to all she does. As our pianist/organist, we can always count on Susan to be prepared and ready to play any type of music - some pieces being quite difficult and challenging. I, personally, have also been quite impressed with Susan's ability as a song writer and vocalist. The music she writes is stunningly beautiful and when she sings, the church gets quiet and the congregation is visibly moved. Whatever Susan does musically, she does well and I would recommend her for any position: teacher, vocalist, songwriter, performer, accompanist, etc." Kip Fox; Worship & Arts Director at Cross of Christ Lutheran in Anthem, AZ (2006 to present) “Susan Pound has been working for me for the past 6 years on a weekly basis. In all that time, she has never missed a day, has always been on time and is always prepared. It’s remarkable, the amount of commitment she has shown to us as an accompanist. I would recommend Susan for any position, as I know she has a very caring and patient attitude, and is a very good teacher!” For Rates & More Information, Please Visit WWW.AJOYFULVOICE.COM or Contact Susan at 602-505-1022 |
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