Concert Pianist And Faculty At Curtis Institute Of Music, Dr. Katelyn Bouska
About
Music is a universal language. It is a phrase we hear often, but it is really true. In my more than thirty years at the piano, I have had the incredible opportunity to learn from some of the best teachers in the world. But I have also learned so much from my students.
My favorite part of music is this interchange between teacher and student, audience and performer, soloist and orchestra.... we all have a part to play and each is important.
I offer a well-rounded approach to the instrument from my varied background of solo and chamber playing all over the world, from my theory and musicology background as well as a holistic technical approach reflecting my specific studies in the Alexander and Taubman techniques. I have degrees in both modern piano and historical keyboard performance practices so I carry the inclusion into time periods as well. I have been a faculty member at The Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia since 2016. I currently offer only online lessons.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Becoming a musician is a wonderfully intricate process that trains the body, mind, and emotions. There are many details to learn, but I also believe it should be a joyous process of exploration. With new students, I spend the initial lessons getting to know all aspects of the student and their goals. . Then, we make a plan to accomplish those goals taking in to count their past training, strengths and weaknesses (including theory, ear-training, musical asthetics, improvisations, etc).
I have been teaching the piano for more than two decades and I draw from all those tips and tricks to support the student in all stages of the learning process.What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have master's degrees in piano pedagogy and in harpischord performance as well as a doctorate in piano performance with an emphasis in musicology. My holistic approach to my own training and concert career I attempt to pass on to my students in every lesson.
I have taught private piano lessons for more than two decades. For ten years, I have been teaching at The Curtis Institute of Music covering a wide range of subjects in addition to the piano: music theory, music history, chamber music, early music, and improvisation.Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
How did you get started teaching?
I began as a assistant student teacher to my own private piano teacher when I was 14 years and have continued ever since!
Teaching has become a very important part of my own artistic process. In the two decades since I began teaching, I have worked with beginners of every age, intermediate and advanced students including college auditions prep and my own studio of music majors at the music university where I am on faculty.
It brings me inspiration and joy to work with the full spectrum of music-making...What types of students have you worked with?
All kinds! Just as my outlook on teaching and my own playing is as inclusive as possible, I enjoy keeping in my private studio a few students from every level/background. This includes beginners, adult amateurs and preparation for serious pianists.
It also includes other musicians who want to enrich their musicality by piano or theory study. Having a diverse studio as possible is important to my own creative process!What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
It is very important to find a teacher that will listen to your goals. Finding a teacher that can recognize where you are and guide you to where you want to go is a must.