Amy frequently presents sessions and workshops at state and national conferences in the U.S. and Canada and for smaller music teacher and student gatherings as well. Here are some of the topics Amy enjoys sharing…
The Art of the Character Piece: artistic expression through imagery in traditional and modern character pieces, understanding composer intent (CAPMT state conference 2020, branch presentations)
The Art of Third Stream: 20th and 21st century composers and pieces that artfully combine elements of both classical and jazz music in a unique genre (MTAC state conference 2021, branch presentations)
How to Compose and Be a Great Storyteller: beginning composition skills, understanding composer intent in traditional and contemporary music (MTAC state conference 2023, branch presentations)
It’s All in the Elbows: nine essential arm and wrist motions for fine motor fluidity at the piano (Canadian Federation of Music Teachers’ Associations national conference 2024, Michigan MTA state conference 2024, MTNA national conference showcases 2024-26, branch presentations)
Jazz 101--Surviving and Thriving the 1st Year of Jazz Band: an understanding of basic jazz theory and foundations for improvisation (MTAC state conference 2023, CAPMT state conference 2025, Texas MTA state conference 2026)
Let’s Write What We Know: composers who have created exceptional music from profound personal experiences (MTAC state conference 2021)
‘Round the Key Circle We Go!: how a solid understanding of the circle of 5ths paves the way for great sight reading, strong memorization of repertoire, learning to improvise and creating a pathway to developing jazz skills (Canadian Federation of Music Teachers’ Associations national conference 2024, MTAC state conference 2025, MTNA national conference showcases 2026)