Studio Instructor
CurrentMarian Casey is an active cello/bass instructor who draws on her pedagogical training in Suzuki and traditional methods, combined with her own personal background as a student/performer/teacher, to individualize each student’s instruction based on their unique learning styles, strengths, weaknesses, and current musical performance needs. All of her students, from Suzuki beginners through adult performers, will develop their technique and musical skills through a focus on solo repertoire. Students with other musical outlets and ambitions will also have their ensemble music and audition materials incorporated into the learning experience. All students will be offered performance opportunities through formal recitals and informal outlets. Teaching Locations- Sioux Falls- Mitchell/Alexandria- HuronInstructional Formats- Individual Lessons- Group Classes- Sectional Coaching- Chamber Music Coaching- Cello/Bass Choir Workshops- Mock Auditions (Private or Group)Current Positions- South Dakota Symphony Orchestra: Associate Principal Double Bass- Huron Symphony Orchestra: Cello Coach- University of Sioux Falls: Chamber Strings Coordinator, Cello/Bass Instructor- International Music Camp: Cello/Bass Artist-Teacher, Chamber Music CoachEducation and Professional Development- M. Music in Performance: University of Minnesota School of Music- B. A. in Music: University of Sioux Falls- Cello Pedagogy—Suzuki: Catherine Walker (Southwest Ontario Suzuki Institute)- Bass Pedagogy—Suzuki: Virginia Dixon (International Society of Bassists Convention, Twin Cities Bass Club Workshop), Daniel Swaim (ASTA National Convention)- Cello Performance and Pedagogy—Traditional: Carol Bjorlie (St. Paul, MN)- Bass Performance and Pedagogy—Traditional: James Clute (Minnesota Orchestra), Richard Rognstad (University of South Dakota)
