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The ArtsBound Podcast is a library of virtual job shadows for careers in music, theatre, and dance. College and career coach, Lee Saville-Iksic, speaks with professionals from across performing arts industries to capture bits of wisdom, insight, and inspiration for students and young professional considering careers as performing artists and arts professionals. Language: en Genres: Arts, Music, Music Interviews, Performing Arts Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Christian Lopez - Music Educator | Percussionist | Theatre Director
Episode 18
Tuesday, 23 February, 2021
Christian Lopez is a music teacher in a parochial school in New Jersey, as well as a percussionist and vocal director for music theatre companies in his community. When you talk with Christian about teaching, his commitment to nurturing the relationships he has with his students is evident. In this conversation, he speaks directly to how this aspect of teaching allows him to find fulfillment in the work.In the interview, Christian also touches upon his desire to continue growing as a performer while teaching, shares the role his parents played in encouraging his passion, reflects on his own question of whether he chose teaching for the sake of job security, and discusses the impact his identity as a Columbian-American has had on his relationship with his social environment. Considering a career in music, theatre, or dance, and looking for guidance?Visit: artsboundcareerdesign.com