| Education |
| Mary Drake received her Bachelor
of Science degree in Music Education, K-12, from New York University
and participated in the CCNY Study Abroad Program at the Conservatorio
di Musicia G. B. Martini in Bologna, Italy. |
| Performing and
Teaching Experience |
| Mary has experience teaching
in the Music in Action and Kodaly Programs, and working as Choral
Director at Castro Language Academy in Mountain View. |
| At CSMA |
| Mary has been a member of the CSMA
Music Faculty since 2000. She has served as accompanist for the Peninsula
Children's Chorale, keyboard instructor, and Music Program/Recital
Coordinator. Mary currently teaches piano to children and adults
from beginner to intermediate levels, conducts piano workshops, and
she serves as the accompanist for Peninsula Children's Chorale. |
| Teaching Philosophy and Approach |
| "I include in my curriculum
ear training, sightreading, singing, and movement, especially with
the young beginners. My philosophy of teaching is to impart strong
fundamentals of piano basic skills, technic, and theory in an atmosphere
of structure, patience and enjoyment, which prepares students for
the next level." |
| Personal |
| Some of Mary's special interests
and activities include genealogy, choral and solo singing (mezzo-soprano),
and dancing the Salsa/Cha Cha. |
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