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Travelling distance

Cara will travel 10km from Durbanville, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Languages spoken

Cara speaks Afrikaans and English

Experience

2012-07-01 - 2013-11-30

Part-time lecturer, University of Pretoria

MAM 120 General music studies (World music) (BMus I), University of Pretoria, Jul.-Nov. 2012 This included the compilation of a new curriculum for World Music consisting of 28 lectures. Topics covered included the following: Fundmental issues in the study of World Music; Listening to World Music; Cultural Considerations; the music of the Australian aboriginals; Hindustani raga; Beijing opera; and a theoretical overview of traditional and popular Subsaharan African music. (Prof. Meki Nzewi conducted the practical classes for the African music unit). MAM 110 Research skills (BMus I), University of Pretoria, Jan.-Jun. 2013 This entailed the development of a new curriculum consisting of 28 lectures. This included topics that would intercept problems students experienced when compiling assignments and writing research essays: Information skills, plagiarism, referencing and sourcing techniques, how to write an assignment, language skills and proofreading. This course contained a strong language component and included three submissions of the same written assignment at different stages of completion. At the end of the semester, the MAM110 students held an exhibition of their work in the foyer of the Musaion. MKS 400 Long essay (BMus IV) – University of Pretoria, 2013 I supervised Honours students for their long essays during my time as postdoctoral fellow at the University of Pretoria.

2014-02-03 - 2016-12-31

Level 1 Educator, Hoërskool Drie Riviere, Vereeniging

- Creative Arts Grades 8 and 9 - Recorder Project Grades 8 and 9 (Creative Arts) - Piano, Violin and Recorder lessons (beginner to advanced) - Music theory (pre-Grade 1 to Grade 5)

2017-01-01 - 2017-12-31

HoD of Music and Creative Arts; the Head of the Magnet School of Music, Hoërskool Drie Riviere, Vereeniging

Teaching responsibilities at Hoërskool Drie Riviere and the Magnet School of Music: - Practical piano (beginner to advanced), recorder (beginner to advanced) and violin (beginner to advanced). Preparation of learners for external board examinations, arts festivals and school concerts. - Music theory (beginner to advanced). Preparation of learners for external board examinations. - Music as a Subject: I was responsible for compiling the year plan, assessment plan and the lesson plans for Music as Subject for grades 10 and 11 in accordance with CAPS. I further prepared the subject content, additional worksheets, rubrics, as well as test and examination papers. I reconciled the ever-changing CAPS-requirements for assessments with EDUPAC and compiled the excel marksheets with the grading and weighting formulas. I was also involved in the post-moderation of the grade 12 Music as Subject papers, the double-checking of submitted marks, and the compilation of the Analyses of results to the GDBE. Head of the Magnet School of Music: The care and renting of the instrument collection; the finances of the music department; marketing of the music department; timetable and music educator management. Administrative responsibilities at Hoërskool Drie Riviere: Organising of school music concerts; IQMS for the whole school.

2018-01-01 - 2020-02-28

Piano and violin teacher, Crawford International Centre for the Arts, Ruimsig

I taught piano and violin lessons for beginners to advanced learners from all age groups. I prepared my learners for external board examinations from UNISA, the ABRSM and Trinity College London. When I teach, I focus on the development of a sound technique as the key to producing your own unique musicality when playing your instrument. I also teach my learners how to prepare for a performance so that it becomes a natural outcome of their everyday music making.

Education

2001-01-01 - 2002-12-31

National Senior Certificate - Monument High

Afrikaans Eerste Taal HG, 88 ; English Second language HG, 89 %; Mathematics HG, 88 %; Biology HG, 88 %; Music HG, 94 %; Music performance, second instrument SG, 94 %; Typing SG, 94 % (Seven distinctions, average: 90,7 %) Jan Cronje trophy: Dux student Gr. 12 (2001); Honorary colours for academics: 4 times (1998–2001); Honorary colours for culture: 6 times (1997–2001)

2002-01-01 - 2004-12-03

BMus, Cum Laude - University of Stellenbosch

Third year: Practical music study; Accompaniment 274; Ensemble work 274; Accompaniment 378; Ensemble work 378; Teaching method 372; Teaching method 374; Teaching method 384 Second year: Music technology 112; Music technology 142; History of music 212; History of music 242; Music theory 222; Music theory 252; Practical music study 214; Practical music study 248; Accompaniment 174; Ensemble work 174; Repertoire studies 274; Aural training 272; Teaching methods 272; Teaching methods 282; Teaching methods 292 First year: LEER 111 Leeroriëntering; RINL 111 Rekenaar- en Inligtingsvaardighede; MUSG 111 Musiekgeskiedenis – Afrikamusiek; MUSG 121 Musiekgeskiednies – Westerse musiek; MUSO 111 Musiekopvoedkunde – Onderwysmetodiek; MUSO 112 Musiekopvoedkunde; MUSO 121 Musiekopvoedkunde; MUSQ 111 Musiekteorie; MUSQ 112 Musiekteorie; MUSQ 121 Musiekteorie; MUSU 174 Musiekuitvoering; MUSH 171 Gehooropleiding; MUSS 122 Sosiale musiekwetenskap; TGWS Teogepaste Wiskunde; WISK 122 Inleidende Algebra

2005-01-01 - 2005-12-09

HonsBMus, Cum Laude - University of Stellenbosch

I completed three public examinations consisting of a short solo programme, a single complete chamber music work and a concerto performance. I also wrote an honours thesis on the influence of being historically informed on the interpretations of professional concert pianist. For this research piece I conducted a survey among successful concert pianists around the world focusing on the following topics: the use of urtexts, the influence of experiences with historical instruments on present-day performance, the role of the pianist when interpreting the music, etc.

2008-01-01 - 2012-04-30

DMus in Performing Art, Honorary Colours for Academics - University of Pretoria

1) This degree entailed the successful completion of three full concert programmes in public (see my you tube channel for excerpts), 2) as well as the writing of a doctoral dissertation (http://upetd.up.ac.za/thesis/available/etd-06162012-124917/unrestricted/00front.pdf) and the publication of one research article. 3) Three articles were accepted for publication: 3.1) Kleynhans, C. 2009. “The performer as interpreter”. Musicus, 37(1):30–38. 3.2) Kleynhans, C. en Van der Mescht, H. 2012. “The pianist as performing artist: The Chinese virtuoso-pianist Lang Lang and his popular success”. LitNet Akademies, 9(1):208–234. 3.3) Kleynhans, C. 2012. “The Chinese virtuoso-pianist Lang Lang and his model Vladimir Horowitz, the 'Last Romantic'”. LitNet Akademies, 9(3):699–742.

2006-01-01 - 2007-12-07

MMus in Solo piano playing, Honorary Colours for Academics - University of Stellenbosch

This degree consisted of three concert programmes: Solo performance, Chamber music performance and Concerto performance. I also had to complete a masters dissertation in partial fulfilment of the degree MMus. I wrote a biography that focuses on the life and work of the South African concert pianist Steven DeGroote.

Subjects taught

Music Theory
I have a sound knowledge of music theory and harmony. I have extensive experience in teaching music theory from beginner level to grade 6 for UNISA, the ABRSM and Trinity College London. I have not had learners for grade 7 theory yet, but I do have the required expertise.

Cara teaches Music Theory at High School, Primary School, and Adult level(s)
Violin
I hold a Violin grade 8 from Unisa as well as from the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music. During my BMus studies at the Northwest University in Potchefstroom, I was a student of Professor Piet Koornhof. I have a lot of experience teaching the violin, from complete beginners to learners on an intermediate level. I have prepared many learners for examinations with the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music and Trinity College London. My focus when I teach the violin is on the development of a solid technique as the key to unlocking a beautiful sound. If you want to learn how to do a slow and luscious vibrato, I am the teacher for you.

Cara teaches Violin at High School, Primary School, and Adult level(s)
Piano
I hold a doctorate in piano performance from the University of Pretoria. I have given numerous concerts and have a sound knowledge of what is needed to succeed in the music business. When I teach, my focus is on musicality, technical development as the key to bringing out your musical vision, as well as the ability to perform onstage. I love teaching and enjoy developing my learners' talents to the full.

Cara teaches Piano at High School, Primary School, University/College, and Adult level(s)

Cara K - Tutor in Durbanville