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Background:
My life-long endeavor has been the pursuit of excellence in music. I continue to engage in learning experiences whenever possible. These include participating in the Portland International Piano Festival (for the past 11 years), in the Oregon State Music Teacher's Convention workshops (for the past 21 years), publisher workshops, Oregon Music Teacher's Association master classes and recitals.
Education and Training:
Master of Music, Michigan State University
Bachelor of Music, Manhattan School of Music, New York City
Additional study: University of Oregon, Portland State University, Oregon State University, Pacific Lutheran University, and the Coordinate Movement Program at Williams College, Massachussets.
Faculty positions:
Michigan State University, University of Puget Sound, Willamette University, Linfield College, Chemeketa Community College, Cascade College, Annie Wright Seminary
"Dorothy is a fine professional musician, well respected in the musical community for her keyboard skills, musicianship and her ability to work in concert with other musicians."
-- Dr. Myra Brand, ProfessorWestern Oregon University
DorothyGrace Bernhard is recognized as a Nationally Certified Teacher of Music (NCTM) by Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) and maintains Permanent Professional Piano Teacher Certification.
