About
About
john yankee
EDUCATION
MM, Yale School of Music
BM, Peabody Conservatory of Johns Hopkins University
Graduate Studies, Eastman School of Music and University of Pittsburgh
- Dynamic and versatile conductor, teacher, composer, performer.
- Director of choral and orchestral ensembles noted for inventive programming and high performance standards.
- Extensive experience and facility in a broad range of musical styles.
- Hammer dulcimer player, singer, folk artist with strong keyboard skills.
- Instructor in Musicianship, theory, voice, history, appreciation, composition, arranging, conducting.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, motivational, recruiting, visionary and interpersonal skills.
- Accomplished teacher at all levels of learning, from advanced and analytical to fundamentals and appreciation.
- Proponent of creative and relevant musical application in an interactive, positive learning environment.
- Expertise in developing programs, building community interest, encouraging participation and involvement, providing learning tools, interrelating the arts and humanities.
- Ability to connect with people of all ages, backgrounds, perspectives, interests, skill levels.