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- CURRICULUM VITAE -
Alternate Route to Certification, Office of Higher Education, Hartford, CT (beginning October 2013)
Certification in Music PK-12 (049) anticipated May 2014 · Praxis II (0114) – PASSED (test taken 04/13/13)
University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA (September 2010-May 2012)
Master of Music in Composition · GPA 3.83/4.00
Composed, edited, and produced parts and scores of 11 original pieces for readings and public performances.
Completed two-year teaching assistantship in Music Education.
Major teacher: Salvatore Macchia
Mount Holyoke College, South Hadley, MA (September 2006-May 2010)
Bachelor of Arts in Music, magna cum laude · GPA 3.85/4.00
Concentrations: Composition, Theory, Voice · Minor: Mathematics
Major teachers: David Sanford (composition); Cheryl Cobb (voice); Lewis Spratlan (analysis); Olabode Omojola
(ethnomusicology); Miguel Felipe (Glee Club; Chamber Singers)
American Musicological Society (AMS), Member (February 2013-present)
Music/Arts: absolute pitch; voice, clarinet, flute, piano; conducting; whistling; tap dance; musical theatre experience
Language: intermediate Italian; intermediate Spanish
Technology: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; SirsiDynix; Macintosh and PC fluency; Finale; Logic Pro; Audacity;
iPad; 80 wpm
Social Media: Twitter; Facebook; Wordpress; Instagram; YouTube
Administrative experience: transcribing; formatting and copying; minute-taking; filing and updating records
(digital and physical); calendar and schedule maintenance; library paging and shelving
Writing and editing experience: syllabi; rubrics; college-level tests; lesson plans
Experience working with special needs students (ADHD, autism, Down’s syndrome, cerebral palsy)
Fingerprinted through Education Connection (Litchfield) and Farmington Police Station
Artist-in-Residence, Integrated Arts Program, Torrington Board of Education, Torrington, CT (March-June 2013)
Collaborated with 10 artists and teachers to plan and teach an arts literacy program for over 60 students in grades 4 and 5.
Designed and implemented lesson plans in songwriting aligned with themes of identity and social justice found in the course’s common read. Communicated objectives, devised discussion-based music activities, and assessed student progress.
Music Instructor, Farmington Continuing Education, Farmington, CT (Spring 2013)
Designed and taught introductory music notation course to class of adult community members. Prepared lectures integrating
PowerPoint presentations, audio examples, and iPad technology. Evaluated student progress through written assessments.
Composed additional study references for use outside the classroom.
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Substitute Teacher, K-12, Regional School District No. 10, Burlington and Harwinton, CT (September 2012-present)
Instruct students in liberal arts subjects, including mathematics, Spanish, and reading. Tutor special needs students (ADHD, autism, Down Syndrome, cerebral palsy, reading disabilities), adapting techniques to accommodate student needs and abilities. Organize communal student planner, notes, and assignments. Supervise student activities and implement classroom management procedures. Professionally carry out administrative duties as needed.
Graduate Teaching Assistant, Music Department, University of Massachusetts (September 2010-May 2012)
Collaborated with faculty and graduate students in developing and teaching four undergraduate music appreciation courses.
Composed syllabi outlining clear objectives and policies. Created and delivered lectures to classes of 100 students, integrating guided listening examples and historical concepts. Planned discussion-based lessons integrating media presentations and critical listening skills. Carried out effective classroom management techniques. Managed confidential grade records. Wrote, assessed, and revised exams and assignments.
Songwriting Instructor/Counselor, Summer Arts Program, The Warner Theatre, Torrington, CT (Summers 2010-2011)
Devised and taught course covering elements of music composition and lyric writing to students ages 6-16. Produced demo cd and conducted rehearsals of original student songs and final camp concert. Evaluated success of course and revised curriculum as needed. Headed groups of 16-20 children while assisting in the teaching of arts classes. Worked with counselors and instructors to create open and accepting learning environment. Supervised 3-5 counselors-in-training during each of the three camp sessions.
Camp counselor, Burlington Parks and Recreation Department, Burlington, CT (Summer 2007)
Headed groups of children ages 5-11, including special needs children (ADD, ADHD). Prepared and led small group activities, games, and crafts. Administered basic first aid as needed. Managed student behavior issues and communicated them to camp director. Supervised campers during swim breaks and field trips. Ensured proper sign-in and -out of campers with approved guardians. Collaborated with team of counselors. Participated in self-evaluation with camp director.
Music and mathematics tutor, Self-employed, Burlington, CT (Summers 2005-2007)
Taught clarinet lessons to students in grades 4 and 5. Tutored students in grades 9-11 in Algebra, Geometry, and pre-
Calculus. Identified and addressed student problem areas. Developed weekly lesson plans and homework assignments based on individual student needs and abilities.
Vocalist (Alto), First Baptist Church Chancel Choir, dir. Mindy Shilansky, West Hartford, CT (December 2012-present)
Act as second lead alto during seasonal services. Substitute for lead alto when needed. Ensure section is accurate in pitch,
rhythm, and pronunciation. Give clear and timely visual cues for entrances.
Co-founder, Mount Holyoke College Composition Club, Mount Holyoke College (Fall 2009-Spring 2010)
Worked with peers to bring together student composers from on and off campus to weekly share original works and give constructive criticism. Facilitated dialogue on ways to enrich undergraduate composition curricula and empower student composers.
Conductor, English Handbell Choir, Mount Holyoke College (Fall semesters 2007-2008)
Recruited members for and conducted weekly rehearsals of 10-12 member ensemble. Prepared sight-reading and rhythm exercises based on members’ ability levels. Prioritized technical and musical issues to be addressed. Selected repertoire for performance and conducted ensemble at annual Christmas concerts at the college, in Boston, and in New York City.
Co-director, “Stars on Broadway,” Lewis S. Mills High School, Burlington, CT (Spring 2006)
Assisted in developing and producing student-run musical by auditioning talent, selecting repertoire, and assigning roles.
Directed rehearsals for seven weeks prior to show, prioritizing tasks and issues to be addressed. Led vocal warm-ups and coached student performers. Choreographed dances and taught numbers to cast of 15. Designed and distributed performance posters. Sold tickets and handled monetary transactions. Oversaw safety and security for an audience of 100.
Summer Aide, Children’s Department, Canton Public Library, Canton, CT (July 2013-present)
Assist department director in organizing materials for and carrying out reading and craft activities for 30-50 children ages 1-
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12. Organize and maintain clean and accessible craft room. Design and update spreadsheets to track enrollment for summer activities. Learn library policies, database technology, and shelving procedures. Communicate clearly and politely, and attend to patrons’ service needs. Keep up-to-date on school reading lists, future programs, and children’s literature and culture.
Adjudicator, Connecticut Music Educators Association, Connecticut (November 2012-present)
Judge student vocalists ages 11-18 at auditions for state and regional competitions. Run punctual and efficient schedule to accommodate 30-60 students. Provide audio accompaniment, starting pitches, and initial tempos for solos and musical exercises. Score students on musicianship and give constructive written comments. Ensure accurate input of scores into computer database to submit to Association.
First Aid Administrator, Summer Arts Program, The Warner Theatre (Summer 2011)
Collected and organized medical forms for over 100 students. Learned student needs and medical issues. Maintained safe and comfortable private office. Administered first aid and prescription medications. Documented all student visits. Promptly delivered documentation to local physician’s office. Monitored safety conditions at camp site. Supervised students with allergies and other conditions on camp field trips.
Communicated concerns and actions taken to camp director and parents.
Host, Senior Symposium, Mount Holyoke College (April 2010)
Managed hospitality for visitors from the public and college communities and provided information about student research presentations. Directed community members to appropriate presentation locations. Recorded and reported attendance for
10 presentations. Assisted in maintaining a quiet and ordered environment outside presentation hall.
Education and Community Programs Intern, Hartford Symphony Orchestra, Hartford, CT (Summer 2009)
Assisted Manager of Education in creating, programming, and instructing themed craft and musical activities for children ages 3-11 at Orchestra’s summer festivals. Took inventory of instrument and art supplies needed. Researched schools and music teachers to add to growing marketing database. Designed promotional flyer for the Orchestra’s educational activities.
Student, Coursera.org
Fundamentals of Rehearsing Music Ensembles, Dr. Evan Feldman (UNC Chapel Hill) (Fall 2013)
Introduction to Digital Sound Design, Prof. Steve Everett (Emory University) (Spring 2013)
Attendee, AMS/SEM/SMT Annual Conference, New Orleans, LA (November 1-4, 2012)
Attended musicological presentations on subjects including George Gershwin, Leonard Bernstein, Stephen Sondheim,
Arnold Schoenberg, The Beatles, arcade music, and remixes.
Participant, Leading Women in the Arts series, Mount Holyoke College (April 2010)
Attended leadership seminar with composer Kaija Saariaho to discuss the role of women in the global arts community.
Composer and Participant, Student Composers Workshop, Mount Holyoke College (April 2010)
One of three Five College students selected to attend a reading of original pieces with Kaija Saariaho and members of the
International Contemporary Ensemble (ICE).
Student, The Institute of Children’s Literature, West Redding, CT (Fall 2002- Fall 2003)
Certificate of completion of Writing for Children and Teenagers, a course in writing creative fiction and non-fiction.
Please refer to http://www.sarahlmauro.com
All works are available in MIDI files; select live recordings/final projects available
Expressions of Artistic Values: Two Formal Works of Leonard Bernstein – Final paper written for Analysis of
Counterpoint, Professor Brent Auerbach, University of Massachusetts (Fall 2011)
A formal analysis of Leonard Bernstein’s Thrice-Triple Canon from Mass (1971) and Fugue for the Saxes from Prelude, Fugue and
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Brahms’ Rhapsody No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 79: Analysis – Written for Analysis of Counterpoint, Professor Brent
Auerbach, University of Massachusetts (Fall 2011)
A formal analysis of Brahms’ interpretation of sonata form with particular attention to harmonic progression and counterpoint of gestures and shapes.
Song Order in Robert Schumann’s
Leonard Bernstein’s
Op. 39: The Compositional Draft and the Second Edition – Final paper written for 19 th Century Romanticism, Professor Erinn Knyt, University of Massachusetts (Fall 2010)
A comparison of Schumann’s compositional song order with the order presented in his second edition arguing that the former, often overlooked by scholars, is the more structurally convincing in terms of key scheme and emotional trajectory.
Towards Defining Music: A Philosophical Examination of Electronic Music – Final paper for Postmodern Music,
Professor Ernest May, University of Massachusetts (Fall 2010)
A manifesto proposing that we define art based not on what it is, but on what it is not, taking as its departure point the genre of electronic music.
‘The Age of Anxiety’: Intricacy Grounded in Programmaticism –
Undergraduate honors thesis written under advisor Professor David Sanford, Mount Holyoke College (Spring 2010)
An analytical paper arguing that Bernstein’s juxtaposition of styles and forms is grounded in his deep understanding of and adherence to the W. H. Auden text off of which the work is based, and is all the more intriguing when analyzed through an autobiographical lens.
Ensemble experience
Vocalist (Soprano), Early Music Collegium, dir. Robert Eisenstein, University of Massachusetts (Spring 2011-Spring 2012)
Vocalist (Alto I), Mount Holyoke College Glee Club and Chamber Singers, dir. Miguel Felipe, (Fall 2009-Spring 2010)
Voice lessons, teacher Cheryl Cobb, Mount Holyoke College (Fall 2008-Fall 2009)
Clarinetist, Mount Holyoke College Orchestra, dir. Eric Benjamin (Fall 2007-Spring 2009)
Stage experience
Ensemble, “Fiddler on the Roof”, The Warner Theatre, Torrington, CT (Fall 2013)
Featured tapper/ensemble member, “Anything Goes”, The Warner Theatre (Spring 2013)
Vocal soloist and dancer, “Stars on Broadway.” a musical revue, Lewis S. Mills High School, Burlington, CT (Spring 2006)
Actress (Role: Kim McAfee), “Bye Bye, Birdie!”, Lewis S. Mills High School (Spring 2005)
Actress (Role: Little Mary), “Stage Door”, Lewis S. Mills High School (Spring 2003)
Graduated magna cum laude, Mount Holyoke College (Spring 2010)
Honors thesis: (I) “The Girl and Her Balloon,” a composition for orchestra; (II) “Leonard Bernstein’s Symphony No. 2
‘The Age of Anxiety’: Intricacy Grounded in Programmaticism,” an analytical paper
Helen Blyth Hazen Music Prize II recipient, Mount Holyoke College (Spring 2010)
Prize awarded by music department faculty to outstanding senior.
Marjorie E. Currey Music Prize recipient, Mount Holyoke College (Spring 2009)
Prize awarded by music department faculty to outstanding junior.
Student composer and conductor, Lewis S. Mills High School, Burlington, CT (June 2006)
Selected by school administrators and music department faculty to conduct an original piece (“Demise of a Carousel”) at the graduation of the Class of 2006.
References, composition portfolio, and/or writing samples are available upon request
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