Each year, PMTNM recognizes an outstanding educator who exemplifies excellence in teaching, service, and leadership. This page highlights key elements of the nomination and celebrates Terri’s contributions to our community.
Terri at a Glance
- 49 years of dedicated piano teaching with students active in masterclasses and consistent competition success in Honors, MTNA Senior competitions (local and regional) and Jackie McGhee Piano Concerto Competitions
- Central District Vice President (PMTNM) 2008-2012; regular participation in state conventions and programs.
- Performer with ensembles across New Mexico, including symphonies, chamber groups, and festivals.
- Community advocate for music education: classroom volunteer and “Arts in the Schools” teacher; Dalcroze teacher for UNM Music Prep Community Music School (5 Years)
With gratitude: PMTNM celebrates Terri’s steadfast commitment to students, colleagues, and our musical community.
Education
- BA in Fine Arts, in Music, in Music History, cum laude, with distinction, University of New Mexico (1979)
- Piano Tuning and Technology, Grayson County College, TX (1980–81)
- Postgraduate study in harpsichord at UNM
- 30 years private harpsichord study with Dr. Susan Patrick
- Baroque Workshop, Albuquerque (2004, 2005, 2007, 2009)
- Eastman School of Music Continuo Realization, Dr. Arthur Haas (2004); Advanced section (2006)
- Suzuki Certified Teacher
- Dalcroze training, 2006 - 2021: Carnegie Mellon, PA; University of Washington; Colorado State University; Ft Collins, CO; Durango, Co; Metropolitan State University of Denver
- Dalcroze Certificate 2018
- Dalcroze License Training 2017-2021
- Baroque Academy of Virginia 2024
Performance Experience
- New Mexico Philharmonic
- Santa Fe Symphony (2006, 2014-2022)
- Church of Beethoven/ Chatter (2008-2012)
- Albuquerque Chamber Soloists (2007)
- Albuquerque Baroque Players (2006)
- Albuquerque Philharmonia Orchestra (1985; 2007; 2009)
- Chamber Orchestra of Albuquerque (16 years; including school programs for children)
- University of New Mexico Orchestra
- Route 66 Orchestra
- Orchestra of the Duke
- Recording of Baroque opera Medea (for UNM dance department)
- Placitas Artist Series (1999)
- Oncidium Orchestra (Santa Fe) (1993)
- Latin American Institute (Taos and Albuquerque) (1983, 1988)
- Albuquerque United Artists fundraising event (1984)
- BACH-A-THON (1983)
- Accompanist for University of New Mexico music students (1979– )
- Solo Concerts
Professional Activities & Leadership
- Piano teacher for 49 years; students are frequent masterclass performers and consistent competition winners
- Active member, Albuquerque Music Teachers Association (AMTA) (1995-present)
- Active member, Professional Music Teachers of New Mexico (PMTNM) (1995–present); attends state conventions; conference presenter; participates in student and teacher programs
- Central District Vice President, PMTNM, Honors Co-chair (2008–2012).
- AMTA CoChair, Student Recital Program (1997–2001; 2007–2010)
- PMTNM State Conference Committee Member (2009)
- AMTA CoChair, Scale & Theory Program (2001–2005)
- PMTNM Music Bowl Chair (2017- Present)
- Danfelser Music Scholarship Committee Member, PMTNM (1998–1999)
- Adjudicator, PMTNM Honors; Santa Fe Sonata Festival; PMTNM Scale & Theory Program (local and state levels); National Federation of Music Clubs Festival
- Host of the AMTA Music Book Discussion Group
- UNM, Guest Lecturer in Dalcroze for Music Education Students: 2011-2021,2024
- UNM, Guest Lecturer in Baroque Performance Practice; 2019, 2021
- Board member, Friends of Music (raises scholarship funds for UNM students)
- UNM Music Prep School. Dalcroze Classes, 2021 – 2025 (ongoing)
- Dalcroze Workshops: Albuquerque Flute Fiesta; Albuquerque Music Teachers Association; Professional Music Teachers of New Mexico; DFW WOW Suzuki Camp, 2019; Interlochen School of the Arts, 2021; Ready, Set, Violin Suzuki Camp 2025
Community & Service
- Volunteer Music Teacher for “Arts in the Schools”
- Parent volunteer bringing music to APS classrooms
We offer our heartfelt thanks to Terri for sharing her artistry, wisdom, and generosity with New Mexico’s students and teachers.
Learn More
Read more about Terri’s teaching, performance, and background through her AMTA profile.
Read more about Terri →Music Bowl
Terri is presenting the Music Bowl—an engaging way for students to prepare for events through randomized prompts and quick-fire practice challenges.
Explore the Music Bowl →
A playful practice tool hosted by Terri.
Saturday November 8, 2025, at the PMTNM Conference