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Michael A. Talavera

Michael A. Talavera

I am a passionate music educator advocating for equitable access to high quality music instruction for all students regardless of socio-economic background, learning needs, culture, race, gender, or beliefs.

Instrument / Discipline

  • Saxophone
  • Clarinet
  • Flute
  • Piano
  • Theory
  • Rudiments
  • Percussion

Spoken languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Specialized in

  • Youth (7-17)
  • Adults (18+)
  • Young Children (under 7)
  • Beginner/Elementary
  • Intermediate
  • Advanced

Teaches At

  • Online
  • Teacher's home
  • Teacher's studio

Credentials

  • 2023 - PhD - Liberty University
  • 2009 - Master of Music - Boston University
  • 2009 - Public School Teacher Certificate, Music Permanent - University of the State of New York
  • 2004 - Bachelor of Fine Arts - Long Island University/CW Post Campus

Professional development

  • Balanced Mind Conference - - 2022
  • Orff-Schulwerk Certification Course - - 2007

School Associations

  • New York Music Teachers Association - Provincial / State