WHO AM I? WITH KATIE M.
ASHLEY:
Hey Katie,
Amazing job on your video! I really feel like you covered all the bases of this assignment and it was great to learn about your musical experiences and see all those photos from your childhood. I just have a few questions for you because I'd like to learn a little more!
1. If you had to choose an instrument to play other than voice and guitar, what would it be and why?
2. What was the turning point in your musical career where you decided that you had to pursue music in some shape or form?
3. If you hadn't attended your arts high school, do you still think you would be going down the same career path? Why or why not?
4. What is your favourite part about teaching?
Thanks so much!
Ashley England
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KATIE:
Hi Ashley,
Thank you for your thoughtful questions!
1. If I were to choose another instrument to play it would be piano. I have basic skills on the piano, but I would love to keep learning and improving. I would choose piano because most of the stuff that I like to sing sounds the most beautiful with piano accompaniment, and I would love to be able to sing and play at the same time!
2. I had always dreamed of pursuing music, but for some reason I did not think it was very realistic. When grade 11 was approaching, my music teacher continuously asked me what I wanted to pursue in post-secondary school. I told him that I would love to pursue music but I was not sure if it was realistic. I was very scared and hesitant. My teacher told me to go home, close my eyes and picture what my life would be like if I did not pursue music, and then if I did pursue music. When I got home from school, I did what he told me. I pictured my life both ways, and I knew right away that I had to pursue music!
3. If I hadn’t attended the performing arts high school I don’t think I would have chosen the same path. Before high school, I loved to sing and play guitar, but I was extremely shy, and I only thought of it as a hobby. My high school is what made me more passionate about music because it was extremely time consuming and I put all my time and energy into music. I know that I would not be where I am today without that school, because without the inspiring experiences and teachers, I would not be the musician that I am today.
4. My favourite part about teaching is being able to share my passion with other people. Another thing that I love about teaching is watching students’ progress and knowing that I can impact them positively.
I hope my responses help you learn a little more about me!
Katie Mukhtarian
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ASHLEY:
Hi Katie,
Thank you for your thoughtful responses! It is really neat to see how we both have encountered so many similar musical / pedagogical experiences. I'm glad you have found your path and am sure you will continue to succeed! All the best.
Ashley England
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To see my other discussion with Katie, please visit her website: katiemukhtarian.weebly.com/sharing-musical-journeys.html
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WHO AM I? WITH MACKENZIE S.
ASHLEY:
Hey Mackenzie,
Nice video! I had no idea that you initially wanted to go into science so it was cool to learn that about you. I just have a few questions if you don't mind.
1. You said you have a passion for teaching students with disabilities - how did you discover that?
2. What sort of teaching experiences have you had?
3. If you could choose to learn any instrument other than voice and piano, what would it be and why?
4. Was Western your first choice in university? Why or why not?
5. What is your main goal as an educator?
Thanks,
Ashley England
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MACKENZIE:
Hi Ashley,
In response to your questions:
1. My best friend is autistic. And some times she would ask me to tutor her in social or science. It was really interesting to talk to her about she learns best. For example she always doodled and looked like she was never paying attention, but after asking her about it she said it just helps.
2. Aside from some tutoring with a few friends I've never had any formal teaching experience.
3. I've always wanted to learn how to fiddle or the bodhran. I love folk music, especially Irish folk music.
4. Western was my first choice for music.
5. As an educator my main goal is to make things clear and fun for students to understand.
-Mackenzie
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ASHLEY:
Hi Mackenzie,
Thanks for your responses! I never would have guessed that you would want to learn the fiddle, so that is really interesting to hear. I also admire your goal as an educator - I think making things fun and clear are important characteristics of a good teacher. All the best on your musical journey!
Ashley England
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To see my other discussion with Mackenzie, please visit her website: msteermusic.weebly.com/reflection.html
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STUDENT INTERVIEW
ASHLEY:
Hey Katie,
Amazing job on your video! I really feel like you covered all the bases of this assignment and it was great to learn about your musical experiences and see all those photos from your childhood. I just have a few questions for you because I'd like to learn a little more!
1. If you had to choose an instrument to play other than voice and guitar, what would it be and why?
2. What was the turning point in your musical career where you decided that you had to pursue music in some shape or form?
3. If you hadn't attended your arts high school, do you still think you would be going down the same career path? Why or why not?
4. What is your favourite part about teaching?
Thanks so much!
Ashley England
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KATIE:
Hi Ashley,
Thank you for your thoughtful questions!
1. If I were to choose another instrument to play it would be piano. I have basic skills on the piano, but I would love to keep learning and improving. I would choose piano because most of the stuff that I like to sing sounds the most beautiful with piano accompaniment, and I would love to be able to sing and play at the same time!
2. I had always dreamed of pursuing music, but for some reason I did not think it was very realistic. When grade 11 was approaching, my music teacher continuously asked me what I wanted to pursue in post-secondary school. I told him that I would love to pursue music but I was not sure if it was realistic. I was very scared and hesitant. My teacher told me to go home, close my eyes and picture what my life would be like if I did not pursue music, and then if I did pursue music. When I got home from school, I did what he told me. I pictured my life both ways, and I knew right away that I had to pursue music!
3. If I hadn’t attended the performing arts high school I don’t think I would have chosen the same path. Before high school, I loved to sing and play guitar, but I was extremely shy, and I only thought of it as a hobby. My high school is what made me more passionate about music because it was extremely time consuming and I put all my time and energy into music. I know that I would not be where I am today without that school, because without the inspiring experiences and teachers, I would not be the musician that I am today.
4. My favourite part about teaching is being able to share my passion with other people. Another thing that I love about teaching is watching students’ progress and knowing that I can impact them positively.
I hope my responses help you learn a little more about me!
Katie Mukhtarian
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ASHLEY:
Hi Katie,
Thank you for your thoughtful responses! It is really neat to see how we both have encountered so many similar musical / pedagogical experiences. I'm glad you have found your path and am sure you will continue to succeed! All the best.
Ashley England
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To see my other discussion with Katie, please visit her website: katiemukhtarian.weebly.com/sharing-musical-journeys.html
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WHO AM I? WITH MACKENZIE S.
ASHLEY:
Hey Mackenzie,
Nice video! I had no idea that you initially wanted to go into science so it was cool to learn that about you. I just have a few questions if you don't mind.
1. You said you have a passion for teaching students with disabilities - how did you discover that?
2. What sort of teaching experiences have you had?
3. If you could choose to learn any instrument other than voice and piano, what would it be and why?
4. Was Western your first choice in university? Why or why not?
5. What is your main goal as an educator?
Thanks,
Ashley England
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MACKENZIE:
Hi Ashley,
In response to your questions:
1. My best friend is autistic. And some times she would ask me to tutor her in social or science. It was really interesting to talk to her about she learns best. For example she always doodled and looked like she was never paying attention, but after asking her about it she said it just helps.
2. Aside from some tutoring with a few friends I've never had any formal teaching experience.
3. I've always wanted to learn how to fiddle or the bodhran. I love folk music, especially Irish folk music.
4. Western was my first choice for music.
5. As an educator my main goal is to make things clear and fun for students to understand.
-Mackenzie
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ASHLEY:
Hi Mackenzie,
Thanks for your responses! I never would have guessed that you would want to learn the fiddle, so that is really interesting to hear. I also admire your goal as an educator - I think making things fun and clear are important characteristics of a good teacher. All the best on your musical journey!
Ashley England
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To see my other discussion with Mackenzie, please visit her website: msteermusic.weebly.com/reflection.html
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STUDENT INTERVIEW
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