Loine Bert
loinebert@juno.com | located near Mountville, PA 717-285-7737
Instrument: Piano
Education: Bachelor of Music, Houghton College, Master of Music, Miami University, additional music education at University of Michigan & Michigan State University
Teaching Experience: Have taught piano privately for 28 years
Performance Experience: Organist & church choir accompanist for 27 yrs
Professional Associations: Lancaster Music Teachers Association (and PMTA/MTNA)
Studio Structure: Home-based teaching to children through adults, one half hr lesson per week, 1 recital per year, classical approach in teaching, including theory & sight readingCarolyn Diedrichs
cdiedrichs@lancastermusicteachers.org | Lancaster, Manheim Twp, PA 435-9030
Instrument: Piano
Education: Bachelor of Music Education at William Paterson University of NJ; continuous education in classical music, improvisation, harmony, and piano accompaniment
Teaching Experience: 17 years of piano teaching, including 8 years in France
Performance Experience: church accompanist over 15 years
Studio Structure: Home-based studio or at student’s home, instruction with a classical approach, incorporating music theory, 2 recitals per year; lessons offered to children and women. Lessons can be taught in English or Frence. Carolyn’s gentle approach seeks to bring out the unique potential in each student as she creates in them a love for music
Professional Associations: Lancaster Music Teachers Association (and PMTA/MTNA)
Carolyn Zahner Englert
cenglert@lancastermusicteachers.org
www.englertmusicstudio.com | 717-336-0662 | Stevens, PA
Instruments: Woodwinds and piano
Education: B.M. Ed from SUNY at Fredonia, NY; M.M. Performance and Music Literature from Eastman School of Music; Summer scholarship studies at Chautauqua, NY; Nova Scotia Festival of Music
Teaching Experience: served on music faculty of Mercyhurst College and taught in Preparatory Program; Edinboro U. of Pennsylvania faculty member and taught in Preparatory Program; Allegheny College faculty member; Certified PA Public School music instructor; over 30 yrs. teaching experience; teacher and accompanist of 2004 Lancaster Symphony Concerto Competition winner; many students attend District, Regional, State and Mid East Festivals
Performance Experience: Erie Philharmonic, Erie Chamber Orchestra, free lance musician in NJ/PA area
Studio Structure: Accessible professional studio on Route 272, 5 minutes south of PA Turnpike, private instruction in performance, theory and ear training, weekly or twice weekly lessons
Professional Associations: Lancaster Music Teachers Association (and PMTA/MTNA); Active Member National Guild of Piano Teachers; Musicians Union 294-Lancaster, Musicians Union Local 77-Philadelphia.
Eldonna Marie Filardi
efilardi@lancastermusicteachers.org | 717-733-3852 | Lititz PA
Instruments: Piano, Voice
Education: BSM from Nyack College, Nyack, NY, Majored in piano performance, minored in voice, Graduate studies at Westminster Choir College
Teaching Experience: over 25 years teaching piano and voice to all ages and all levels using a classically based approach
Performance Experience: Accompanist for numerous choirs,soloists, and instrumentalists, adjunct music faculty at William Paterson College, Performance with the Bergen Philharmonic, accompanist for Royal Academy of Dance Ballet classes and exams, church musician (organist/pianist/choir director/handbells)
Professional Associations: Musical Teachers National Assoc, American Guild of Organists,Village Art Assoc Janet Fitz jfitz@lancastermusicteachers.org | 717-355-2965 | New Holland, PA Instruments: Piano, Musikgarten, Recreational Music Making Education: BS Music Ed. , W. Chester Univ. - piano/voice/percussion Teaching Experience: since 1983, including classroom/instrumental teaching- teaches from Professional Associations: PMEA and Early Child Music/Movement Assoc. Eileen Gregg eileengregg@verizon.net
| 717-394-3119 | Lancaster, PA Instruments: Piano, keyboard, early childhood music classes (Musik for Young Children) Education: BA Elizabethtown College; PA State Public School Teacher Certification; Certificate in Pianoforte, Trinity College, London; Kindermusik & Musikgarten teacher training seminars Teaching Experience: 35 yrs teaching ages 5 through adult, 18 yrs early childhood music classes age 1-7 yrs Performance Experience: 20 yrs experience as church organist Studio Structure: located at 716 Race Ave, across from F & M College; weekly half hour lessons with reasonable tuition; frequent piano classes for students at no additional charge; theory taught as an essential component of every lesson; understanding and relating to the uniqueness of each student Professional Associations: Music Teachers Nat. Assoc., Pa Music Teachers Assoc., Lancaster Music Teachers Assoc.
Helen V. Little hlittle@lancastermusicteachers.org | 717-898-2085 | Lancaster, PA Instruments: Piano Education: Philadelphia Conservatory of Music, Immaculata College, U. of Massachusetts, Lowell. Obtained a Bachelor of Music degree. Teaching Experience: 30 years of private studio teaching Professional Associations:
National Guild of Piano Teachers, Lancaster Music Teachers Association
(and PMTA/MTNA) since 2003/4, previous member of Massachusetts Music
Teachers Association.
home studio
Professional Associations: Lancaster Music Teachers Association (and PMTA, MTNA) since 2003, National Guild of Piano Teachers since 2003, Center Representative for National Music Certificate Program in Lancaster.
Linda Rasmuson
lrasmuson@lancastermusicteachers.org | 717-898-7936 | East Hempfield Township (Centerville), Lancaster, PA
Instruments: Piano
Education: BS William Paterson University of NJ
Teaching Experience: 15 years of private piano lessons; Group-based preschool keyboarding classes; 5 years of classroom teaching experience; recreational Music Making, adult group lessons
Studio Structure: Home-based studio. Classically trained pianist. Instruction includes theory, composition, study of classical repertoire as well as study of contemporary artists' music. Many performance opportunities available. Two recitals per year, and opportunities to perform in music festivals in the spring and in the fall. Opportunities also available to become a member of the Workshop for Young Performing Artists, a group of seasoned professional musicians that meets once a month to enhance the performance techniques of young musicians. Recreational Music Making, Group Adult Piano Lessons taught throughout the year. Will teach students ages 5 through adult during the day, afternoons and evenings.
Professional Associations: Lancaster Music Teachers Association (PMTA & MTNA), Musical Art Society, National Federation of Music Clubs
References: furnished on request
Elaine Severein
esevent@verizon.net | 717-397-1272 | Lancaster (East Lampeter Township), PA
Instruments: Piano
Education: B.A West Virginia Wesleyan College, Majors in Music Theory and Music Education, major performance area– organ; Post Graduate Studies:Millerville University – music education
Teaching Experience: private piano– 20+ years; public and private school music
Studio Structure: located near east end of Route 30 bypass; to develop musicianship through music reading, aural and technical skills, using performance repertoire of various styles and periods; all age levels, with particular interest in adults; flexible scheduling.
Performance Experience: church organist and pianist– over 20 yrs
Professional Associations: Lancaster Music Teachers Association (PMTA & MTNA), American Guild of Organists
Candy A. Tame
ctame@lancastermusicteachers.org | 717-898-7955 | Landisville, PA
Instruments: Piano
Education: Piano Pedagogy Course at Millersville U., Master classes at Temple U. and Univ. of N. Carolina at Greensboro
Teaching Experience: 15 yrs. experience with students of all ages, beginner through early advanced
Performance Experience: church accompanist, 6 yrs.
Studio Structure: study encompasses theory, technique and performance, utilizing repertoire (Baroque to Modern) geared toward the individual student’s level of ability and desires
Professional Associations: Lancaster Music Teachers Association (and PMTA/MTNA), Musical Art Society
Bernard Wickenheiser
bwickenheiser@lancastermusicteachers.org | 717-252-5731 | Wrightsville, Eastern York School District, PA
Instruments: Piano & Organ
Education:Bachelor of Science Degree in Education from Millersville Univ, Graduate Studies at Temple Univ, Diploma from Sherwood Music School, Chicago for prescribed course work in piano & theory
Teaching Experience:Music educator in Eastern York School District for 37 yrs; serves as substitute teacher; independent home music studio for students K ghrough Grade 12 & Adults; adjudicator for annual piano student festivals sponsored by Greater Harrisburg, York, and Main Line Music Teachers Assocs
Studio Structure: Located near Eastern York High School; well-balanced curriculum to develop musicianship skills with emphasis on technique so students can perform with artistry any of the following genres of piano literature: classical, sacred, popular, or jazz, according to their interest and needs; collaborative playing (duets, trios) is part of the curriculum; performance opportunities include an annual Studio Recital at a church with a grand piano and recitals/Spring Festival sponsored by LMTA
Performance Experience: Choral Instrumental Ensemble Director & Organist for weekly services, including weddings and funerals, Holy Trinity church, Columbia; organ recitalist; collaborated with other musicians on several record/CD productions
Professional Associations: Lancaster Music Teachers Assoc, MTNA, PMTA, Lanc Chapter, American Guild of Organists; National Association of Pastoral Musicians
Bonnie Witmer
bwitmer@lancastermusicteachers.org | 717-872-2851 | Millersville, PA
Instruments: Piano
Education: BS Music Ed. Lebanon Valley College, Master Ed. Millersville Univ.
Teaching Experience: 3rd grade, intermediate Learning Disabilities classes in Lanc. School District 1966-1975, private piano lessons in her home for over 30 years.
Professional Associations: Musical Art Society
Kristin Mary Young
kmyoung@lancastermusicteachers.org | 717-391-0151 | Lancaster/Willow Street PA
Instruments: Piano
Education: BA Skidmore College, MM Univ of MD, College Park, Piano Performance/Chamber Music & Accompanying, La Schola Cantorum, Paris, France. Studied with Madame Gaby Casadesus
Teaching Experience: 20 yrs experience teaching piano age 6 through adult - served on music faculties Skidmore College, PA Academy of Music, Los Angeles Music & Art School - classroom music educator Gilman School (Baltimore MD), Resurrection School (Lancaster) - Accompanist & coach for instrumentalists, vocalists, chamber groups for over 15 yrs, Youth Choir Director 10 yrs at Saint Mary's Church, Lancaster, PA
Performance Experience: Solo & chamber music recitals, accompanist for numerous instrumentalists & vocalists, founding member of The Tempus Trio (piano, viola, clarinet, pianist for Hopkins Symphony Orchestra 1998-2000
Studio Structure: located in Willow St offering 30, 45, & 60 minute lessons from beginners through advanced: Lessons are tailored to each individual, contingent uponlearning atyle and experience. Study of technique, repertoire, music theory, and ear training, as well as ensemble literature. Group Performance Classes are offered two to three times per semester. Two to three recital opportunities per academic year
Professional Associations: MTNA, PMTA, LMTA
Dora Zlatkin
dzlatkin@lancastermusicteachers.org | 717-390-9179 | Manheim Twp, PA
Instruments: Piano
Education: BS Music in Piano (performance & education) State Music College, Minsk, Russia
MS Music in Piano (performance & education) State Music Conservatory, Minsk, Russia
Various pedagogy courses and piano masterclasses in USA
Teaching Experience:Over 28 years of private teaching in Russia & US, Nationally Certified Teacher of Music since 2003
Studio Structure: Private and Group Piano and Theory lessons for beginners through advanced levels, children and adults. Well-balanced instruction in piano, theory, ear training etc. Students participate in two formal Studio recitals per year, as well as various festivals, auditions, and thematic concerts/recitals through LMTA
Performance Experience: Extensively performs for Retrement Communities, Schools, and Senior Centers; participates in Musical Art Society programs
Professional Associations: Lancaster Music Teachers Assoc, Musical Art Society