Concurrent
Session IV



creative output. They will demonstrate the technology and

perform selected works.
—Presented by: Ramon Castillo and Alfonso Peduto
—Hosted by: Vidra Harris

All This Useful Beauty: Applying the

Alexander Technique to Performance
1140 Boylston Street, Room 2E

Poise, comfort, ease, and efficiency—the Alexander

Technique (AT) releases these traits in any activity. In this

session, our trio of certified AT teachers will explain how

the technique applies to your area of performance and to

self-care. Participants will then experience the work firsthand

through direct demonstrations.

—Presented by: Sara Goldstein, Diane Hovenesian, and
Shannon Lee Jones

—Hosted by: Barbara LaFitte

The Inside Scoop on Faculty Development
1108 Boylston Street, Room 305

Join members from the Faculty Development team for an
inside look at Faculty Development programming at Berklee.
The Office of Faculty Development supports and enhances
the teaching effectiveness and professional development of
Berklee educators through a variety of grant and fellowship
programs, residency opportunities, consultations, workshops,
and other resources. This session will provide a brief overview
of Faculty Development programs now open to all college
and Conservatory faculty, with a focus on upcoming grant,
fellowship, and residency opportunities. Come ask questions,
share ideas, and discover which programs may be a good fit
for you.
—Presented by: Roya Hu, Robert Lagueux, and

Ashley Macchia
—Hosted by: Ashley Macchia

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