Nathan is currently in the process of getting his degree in Music Education from Western Connecticut State University.  He is a classical bassoon major, who has studied under Gina Caffari and Dr. Shelly Monroe. His experience with piano started in 8th grade and has been under the guidance of Dr. Laural Larsen, the head of the Music Department and piano professor, for piano pedagogical skills and performance. He started his teaching career in high school when he would assist and lead his middle school and high school ensembles, and group music lessons. As the West Conn Music Tutor, he has helped college-level students in their sight singing, aural skills, music theory, keyboard skills, and a range of musical instrument workshops for other Music Ed majors. He has performing experience in the bass section of the WCSU (Western Connecticut State University) University Choir at Carnegie Hall in 2022, and The Connecticut Music Educator’s Association in 2023. More locally, he has performed in musicals such as Sweeny Todd and 9 to 5 on bassoon, clarinet, saxophone, and electric bass. Ensembles he has been a part of in his college experience include: The Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, Orchestra, Concert Chorale, University Choir, Chamber Singers, Woodwind Chamber Ensemble, Cello ensemble, and a Barbershop Ensemble. Nathan has a strong drive and passion for teaching music to those who want to learn and develop a deep understanding of the way that music works while assisting students in becoming successful, knowledgeable, and self-sufficient musicians of their own. 

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Higher Education: Bachelor's from WestConn in 2025 

Major: Music Education 
Favorite Singer: Elton John 
Favorite Piano Composer: Chopin 
Favorite Musical: Sister Act 
Favorite Orchestral Work: Rapsody in Blue