About
Hi! My name is Abby Stewart, and I’m from Northern Virginia. I am currently pursuing my Master’s degree in Piano Performance at UNC Greensboro. I previously earned my Bachelor’s in Music Education at ... Messiah University in Pennsylvania. I am passionate about all aspects of the musical arts, especially performing and teaching piano. I was the Keyboard Tutor at my school for two years, and have been a private piano instructor for the past seven. I have instructed students of all ages and ability levels, from elementary-aged beginners to fellow college students. I have gained skills in teaching all genres of piano, as well as fundamentals of music theory and music history.
In my teaching, I believe in personalized instruction to meet the individual needs and goals of each student. My adaptable teaching style accommodates different learning preferences, ensuring an engaging and effective experience. I am genuinely enthusiastic about helping students discover the joy of playing the piano and developing a lifelong love for music.
Feel free to reach out with any questions you may have. I look forward to making beautiful music together!read more
Experience
Private Piano Teacher
Self-Employed
Aug 2017 - present
- Teaches children ages 5-14 weekly or biweekly lessons
- Plans and organizes materials, exercises, ... and practice plans
- Facilitates additional learning of composition techniques and basic music
theoryread more
Music Director
St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church
Aug 2024 - present
- Accompanies Catholic mass on piano and organ
- Rehearses with church choir on a weekly basis
Music Instructor (Piano, Voice, Guitar)
Highland North Music Academy
Aug 2024 - present
- Teaches private lessons to students of all ages and ability levels
- Assists learners with techniq... ue, theory, and musicality with teaching tailored to individual needsread more
Keyboard Tutor
Messiah University
Jan 2022 - May 2024
- Assisted students in Keyboard I & II in learning the skills necessary to pass
their PPE Requiremen... ts
- Held weekly tutoring sessions for students to ask questions and receive
personalized instructionread more
Piano Accompanist & Work Study
Messiah University
Aug 2020 - May 2024
- Accompanied and performed with the following ensembles:
- Messiah University Women's and Men's ... Ensembles (2020-present)
- Messiah University Concert Choir (2021-present)
- Messiah University JazzTWO (2021-2023)
- Messiah University Wind Ensemble (2021-present)
- Assisted vocalists and instrumentalists in their accompaniment needs for juries, competitions, and performances
- Planned and scheduled rehearsals with musicians that desired or required piano accompaniment
- Collaborated with musicians on how to effectively perform repertoire was a chamber group or ensembleread more