Alejandro's Resume
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Alejandro's Resume

Alejandro Manuel Leston
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EDUCATION

Fiorello H LaGuardia HS 2008- 2012
* Honors Regents Diploma
* Pit Orchestra Reward



CUNY Brooklyn College : I studied Music Education. During my time here, I improved drastically on the Piano and learned a variety of pedagogical skills. 2012-2016

Piano Instructor: Jeffrey Biegel


WORKING EXPERIENCE


Rite Aid Employee * September to October 2013

I briefly was a cashier, and organized items in the store. I left because I
really wanted to do something music related and fulfilling.


Private Piano Teacher *April to November 2014

I gave beginner piano lessons to a six year old student at DownTown Manhattan.
He was eager to learn, and it felt inspiring to teach.


Piano Teacher at Staccato Music Center December 2014 to Present


I teach piano lessons to all ages and levels. I have over 40 students now throughout the week. The youngest are 4 and the oldest is 20. We focus on abilities pertaining to reading and listening to music, as well as ear training, theory, and composition. I feel so honored in my position to be introducing the world of music to them. I can tell it makes them so happy to have another creative output to express themselves in! I consider myself a charismatic and fun teacher. I occasionally compose pieces for them to play. We have two concerts a year, in which they prepare 2 to 3 pieces to perform. I also train some of them for the ABRSM exam in music. This test covers technical and theoretical criteria such as scales, repertoire, and sight singing. Their consistent progress, as well as unique personalities, and willingness to learn have motivated me to seek more teaching opportunities.

Performances

I accompany flute and cello students for their ABRSM exams and performances.

I am just starting to gig as a pianist in NYC. I had a Christmas Celebration in December, and have booked a Wedding performance for September.


Skills+Motivation


Musicianship: I�ve played Piano for sixteen years. I can also play clarinet, guitar, recorder, Djembe, Irish Tin Whistle, Violin, and more recently- the handpan drum. I�ve performed at Carnegie Hall twice as a child. I'm a Pianist/Composer, and am currently working on my first album.

Interpersonal Skills: I am very empathic and work really well with others, particularly children. I�m joyous and playful. I�m prompt. I am also good at achieving my goals, and do especially well in settings that resonate with me.

Tennis: State Champion of New York 2005 and 2006


LANGUAGES

I speak English and Spanish fluently.