teaching preparation for portfolio musicians

Teaching Preparation forthe Portfolio Career

Keith Hatschek, Professor of Music ManagementDr. Jonathan Latta, Assistant DeanUniversity of the Pacific Conservatory or Music

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Is this Typical?

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Where Does This Fit in Student’s Journey?

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Music-Centric Activities• PERFORMING• TEACHING• ARRANGINGCOMPOSING• RECORDING• WRITING ABOUT TOPICS (blogs, critiques, etc.)• ARTS ADMINISTRATION (non-profit, manager)• MUSIC BUSINESS (marketing, finance, HR, etc.)

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MMGT 109: Beyond Talent

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Creating a Cycle of Connections

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Outcomes

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Outcomes

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Obstacles

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Discussion• How can a music program create/evolve a culture that has

“conversations/teaching about musicians working” at its heart?

• Please take 2-3 minutes to discuss with your neighbors. • Let’s share some ideas.

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Conclusions• Experience should be collaborative

• Have the skills developed through an integrated student journey

• Provide scaffolded opportunities for faculty to grow and embrace portfolio musician-based education

• It takes time…

• Keith Hatschek (khatschek@pacific.edu) and Jonathan Latta (jlatta@pacific.edu)

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