Mariela provides good teaching to students of different levels, helping them develop their artistic skills with
the support of an instructional program, and a balanced combination of traditional and contemporary learning methods.
EDUCATION
Bachelors in Music Education
Minor in Music Theory
Havana, Cuba
EXPERIENCE
Piano Teacher
Alda Music
• Provided individual and group piano lessons to students of all ages.
• Organized and implemented lesson plans according to student’s needs,
abilities, and interests.
• Demonstrated proper technique for playing the piano.
• Planned music theory curriculum based on student’s learning objectives.
• Evaluated student performance during practice sessions and recitals to
ensure progress is being made.
• Instructed students in sight reading and rhythm studies
Professional Pianist
Group Gama
• Tour in multiple cities for over 5 years with weekly programs.
• Performed for live audiences using keyboard or piano.
• Experience in how to compose, notate, and arrange.
• Participated in Creative Planning with other group musicians.
Professional Bongo player
Trio Renacer
• Four 6 month contracts with Tallink & Silja Line since 2012 until 2015.
• Performed for live audiences.
• Played from memory or by following scores original songs from our Trio
or Cuban songs requested by the audience.
• Transposed music to alternate keys, or to fit individual styles or pur-
poses.
Music Teacher
Escuela Vocacional de Arte
• Provided music lessons from beginners through advanced levels in a
class setting.
• Selected appropriate level of music based upon the level of each student
and their individual learning style.
• Encouraged consistent practice techniques and provided students with
additional learning aids when necessary.
• Created recital programs to provide performing opportunities for all stu-
dents.
• Maintained open lines of communication with parents to inform them of
child’s progress and behavior.