KARI FRANCIS Brooklyn, NY | (805) 218-6955 |
[email protected] | www.karifrancis.com EDUCATION Teachers College Columbia University Master of Education, Music and Music Education 2017 – 2018 Research Assistant, Bronx Arts Ensemble Arts Standards Consultation Eastman School of Music Master of Arts, Music Education (Vocal/General) 2013 – 2015 Initial K-12 New York State Teaching Certification Training Arts Leadership Program (ALP) Certificate Music Education Audition Testing Assistant Music Education Sophomore Qualifications Review Teaching Assistant University Women’s Chorus Teaching Assistant University of California San Diego Bachelor of Arts, Music (Theory & Composition) cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa 2007 – 2011 Study abroad at Sophia University (Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan) Minor: Japanese Studies AREAS OF SCHOLARLY INTEREST Choral & General Music Education Popular Music & Commercial Music Teaching Artistry Collaborative & Project-Based Learning COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY TEACHING EXPERIENCE The College of Saint Rose, Albany NY Visiting Instructor of Choral Music – Full Time Fall 2019 – Teaching responsibilities include formulating curricula, lectures, and formative/summative assessments for courses in aural skills, music theory, choral arranging. Directing includes selecting repertoire, rehearsing, and directing the Masterworks Chorale ensemble (70-90 undergraduate singers from various academic concentrations). Utilized Canvas, Zoom, Noteflight, Logic Pro X, Youtube, and other technologies to continue instruction and administer assessments across classes and ensembles during COVID-19 shutdown. CUNY Hunter College, New York NY Adjunct Lecturer, Faculty Adviser – Part-Time 2016 – 2018 Music director and instructor of “The Art of A Cappella” (MUSPF 362.04). Responsible for arranging, rehearsing, and coordinating performances of unaccompanied music in the contemporary a cappella style. Lectured on topics such as performance, vocal percussion, and arranging; responsible for creating assignments and performance opportunities to assess student aptitude and achievement.