About Vanessa Putnam
Vanessa Putnam
Music Teacher, Professional
Location: Stony Brook, NY
Speaks: English
Instructs: Piano
Education: Masters of Music in Harp Performance from James Madison University and Bachelors of Music in Harp Performance from Florida State University
Performance Experience: I have performed with Stony Brook University's orchestras and bands as a guest performer, with the Contemporary Chamber Players, and with the Long Island Festival Orchestra! Prior to moving to New York I played as principal harpist of the Waynesboro Symphony in Virginia and as principal of the Northwest Symphony Orchestra in Florida. I also play as a soloist for weddings, events, and solo concerts in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania!
Teaching Experience: I have taught piano lessons to students aged 4-86! I also have taught harp lessons at Stony Brook University to undergraduate students and worked with the Black Hills Chamber Project as a strings and harp teacher. The Black Hills Chamber Project focuses on teaching 3rd-5th graders in underserved communities. Additionally, I am an adjudicator for All State Orchestra and Solo and Ensemble in Maryland and have performed/spoken at NYSSMA, VMEA, and FMEA.
Teaching Philosophy: My goal as a teacher is to foster a life long appreciation for music in all of my students! I focus on building strong technique and teaching students how to read sheet music to give them the ability to play a diverse repertoire of music. Whether that is popular music, classical, NYSSMA prep, or something else they want to learn I'd love to help support their musical journey! At Music & Arts I specialize in teaching beginner piano students of all ages!
Get to know Vanessa Putnam
My name is Vanessa Putnam and I have been playing piano and harp for over fifteen years throughout New York and across the United States. I have taught piano lessons for 5 years and have taught students as young as 4 years old and as old as 86! I also perform with orchestras, wind ensembles, and as a harp soloist for weddings and events. I truly love teaching students and supporting their musical goals!
Vanessa Putnam teaches at:
2308 Nesconset Hwy Suite C
Stony Brook, NY 11790
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