Janice Clark

Janice Clark is a widely regarded as one of the premier classical and contemporary piano instructors in Marin County, California. Her extensive experience, deep academic background, and commitment to fostering musical excellence make her a standout educator in the region.
WEBSITE: janiceclarkpiano.com

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
* BA in Music Education, SF State University (piano major), 1970
* Ma in Philosophy, Dominican School of Philosophy & Theology, 2021
THESIS: HEGEL ON MUSIC: SOUND AND SENSE IN SYNC
* Primary piano teacher ISTAN NADAS (pupil of Bela Bartok)
* Coached/mentorship (piano): Sylvia Jenkins, William Corbett-Jones
* Harpsichord/Baroque Performance Practice: LAURETTE GOLDBERG (Founder, Philharmonia Baroque
Orchestra) and ARTHUR HAAS, Concert Harpsichordist
* As a performer: Soloist, Accompanist, Organist, Choral Conductor, Chamber Music, Duo Pianist

AFFILIATIONS AND LEADERSHIP
* Music Teachers Association of Calif (MTAC); Music Teachers National Association,, California Association of
Professional Music Teachers; SF Early Music Association; Western Early Keyboard Association
* Past President MTAC Marin Branch; Current Board-of-Directors

TEACHING SCOPE AND PHILOSOPHY
* Emphasis on Baroque, Classical, & Contemporary performance practice including popular music and
jazz fundamentals
* Accepts students of ALL AGES AND LEVELS, via audition/interview
* Teaches keyboard technique, theory, ear training, composition, keyboard harmony at all levels.
* Offers student participation in MTAC Certificate of Merit & Royal Conservatory of Music curricula
* Provides frequent student performance opportunities, including studio recitals and participation in
certificate/competition programs
* Offers special theory & keyboard harmony training to non-keyboard instrumentalists
* Janice has over 35 years of music teaching experience.