The 2016
MTNA National Conference

Poster Sessions

11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Monday and 12:00 noon–1:00 p.m. Tuesday

Bridging The Gap: Connecting Collegiate Music Programs And Underprivileged Areas
★ Rachel Danielle Menscher, Southern Methodist University, Dallas, Texas

Characterization Through Motifs In Giacomo Puccini’s La Bohéme
★ Lauren Koszyk, Illinois State University, Normal, Illinois

Close The Lid, Open Your Mind—Art Of Mental Practice
★ Yewon Kerr, University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina

Developing A Healthy Mindset In Young Pianists
★ Sunghun Kim, Baylor University, Waco, Texas

Eine Kleine Yogi Musik: An Early Childhood Music Class Combining An Introduction To Piano With Yoga Postures And Breath Work
★ Lesley McAllister, NCTM, Baylor University, Waco, Texas

The Etude Magazine: What We Learn From 100 Years Ago
★ Bonnie Choi, Nazareth College, Rochester, New York

Exploring Lesser-Known Five-Finger Piano Duets: Pedagogical Benefits
★ Azusa Bies, University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina

From Finger Numbers To Functionality: How Collegiate Group Piano Students Conceptualize Harmony
★ Katherine Chandler, University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina

High Performance For Life Through A Fearless Mind
★ Christie Sowby, NCTM, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah

Improve Flute Performance Through Breathing Bag Techniques
★ Huei-Mei Jhou, Wayzata High School, Plymouth, Minnesota

Make The Hours Count: How To Get The Most Out Of Your Practice Time
★ Clara Boyett, Baylor University, Waco, Texas

Movement And Wellness Training For Pianists: Case Study Report
★ Haley Myers, University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri; Paola Savvidou, NCTM, University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri

“Open Your Computers To Page 32...”: Design And Use Of “Fundamentals For The Aspiring Musician” As An Interactive eText For Teaching Music Theory
★ Robert Frank, Southern Methodist University, Dallas, Texas

The Pain-Free Pianist
★ Malissa Tong, Ohio University, Athens, Ohio

Pedagogical Aspects Of Body Mapping And Somatosensory Training
★ Kay Hooper, independent music teacher, Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania

Pianist And Injury: Focal Hand Dystonia
★ Hye Jee Jang, University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina

Reflecting What’s Right In Your Playing: An Introduction To Mirror Practice
★ Michael Clark, University of Houston, Houston, Texas

Teaching Lucas: A Transgender Student’s Vocal Journey From Soprano To Tenor
★ Loraine Sims, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Text, Lyrics, And Learning: Finding Musica Meaning Through Words
★ Lindsey Vickers, University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina

The University Of Utah Piano Outreach Program
★ University of Utah Piano Outreach Graduate Instructors, University of Utah, Salt Lake City

You Must Be Kidding! Matthay For Young Beginners?
★ Julia Masters, independent music teacher, Austin, Texas