Middle School

Anna Poklewski Academy of Music Dalcroze Eurhythmic Class

The activities in this class train the body to solve musical problems leading to the improvement of the student’s performance and retention of musical fundamentals. In this class, music directs students. They have to respond quickly to what they hear and express them through body movements. This will greatly increase listening and coordination skills, which are vital in the mastery of any musical instrument. Music theory is also integrated in this class together with solfege and improvisation.

Jennifer Navarrete

The most important thing I bring to a piano lesson is my joy in music & joy in teaching. Comprehensive approach to music education: sight-reading, ear training, technique, repertoire. Youth students perform for each other, in recitals, in community; many participate in Certificate of Merit program. Adult students perform for each other. Studied piano with Raymond Francis Foote, Patricia Taylor Lee, Naomi Sparrow, Ellen Wassermann.

Eileen Klatsky

I am the past president of Contra Costa County, Performing Arts Society (Contra Costa) and the Berkeley Piano Club. As a member of Alameda County, I currently serve as a director, on the Maria Homen Memorial Library Committee and on the Investment Committee.

I perform on a regular basis as part of the Oak Hill Trio with Alice Lasky, vioin and Lin Barron, cello. I have also concertized for many years with Nancy Rude as a duo-pianist.

Charlene Brendler

Charlene enjoys teaching motivated students of all ages & abilities. Although specializing in early keyboards, she has kept an active private piano studio in the Bay Area & she has developed an Music History course that is integrated into the Berkeley Crowden School curriculum.