Carla McElhaney - Music
Title:
Associate Professor of Piano; Chair Keyboard Dept.
Department:
Keyboard
Biography:
D.M.A., M.M., The University of Texas at Austin; B.M., Eastman School of Music.
What have you learned while teaching at B-W?:
That learning is a never-ending process.
What inspired you to get into college teaching?:
I’ve always loved the energy of college students and wanted a way to remain in contact with that energy.
Describe the ways in which you mentor students interested in your department:
I willingly share my experiences, allow access to my practice and performing processes, recommend inspiring recordings and readings, and encourage students to move in the direction of their dreams.
If you weren't teaching what would you be doing?:
If I weren’t teaching music, there is no question I’d still be a musician – it’s in my blood.
What do students like best about your class?:
I think they sense right away that I’m not teaching a subject; I’m teaching people.
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