Experience:
7+ years experience teaching in private studio, school (elementary and secondary), & community music, including NYSSMA and college/audition prep, and teaching music to students with exceptional learning needs
Education:
MA in Teaching Music, NYU Steinhardt – Department Award for Leadership and Commitment to Student Performance. BA in Music, Birmingham-Southern College
Located:
Manhattan, NY
Chris is thrilled to be sharing his passion for music and teaching as part of the MTYH team. Originally from Homewood, AL, Chris is a performer, educator, music director, and arranger with extensive experience in both classical music and musical theatre. He is a proud member of Actor’s Equity Association and the American Federation of Musicians and currently serves as Project Coordinator for NYC’s Sing for Hope “Pianos” Project. Chris believes strongly in the transformative power of music and music education, particularly in terms of developing personal and social happiness and well-being. He lives with his cat, Mistoffelees, on the Upper West Side.
