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I am Laura E. Tidwell, a musician and educator based in Kennesaw, GA, with 26+ years of experience teaching, coaching, and mentoring students to reach their potential. I specialize in developing practical performance skills and helping students grow through coaching, mentoring, and motivational techniques that foster success.
I value integrity, ethics, and personal courage, and I apply these values across academic, recreational, and musical settings. My background spans piano instruction, choir direction, organ performance, and ballet accompaniment, with a focus on coaching diverse age groups and backgrounds to achieve their goals.
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Music Director at Akworth Presbyterian Church
January 1, 2015 - October 22, 2025Oversaw all musical programs, including directing choirs and coordinating events.
Piano Teacher at Lovett School
January 1, 2009 - October 22, 2025Provided piano lessons to students, focusing on technique and performance skills.
Piano Teacher at Talent Presbyterian Church
January 1, 1995 - October 22, 2025Instructed piano students of various ages and skill levels.
Choreographer at The Tolbert School of Dance
January 1, 1998 - October 22, 2025Developed and implemented dance routines for performances.
Organist at First United Lutheran Church
January 1, 1995 - PresentPlayed organ and assisted with choir during services.
Water Aerobics Instructor at West Cobb Aquatic Center
January 1, 2017 - PresentWater aerobics instructor, part-time.
Piano Teacher, Lower School Orchestra Recital Accompanist at Lovett School
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2017Piano teacher and lower school orchestra recital accompanist.
Choir Director, Pianist, Organist at Acworth Presbyterian Church
January 1, 2012 - PresentChoir director, pianist, and organist.
Organist, Keyboardist at Christ Lutheran Church
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009Organist and keyboardist.
Organist at First United Lutheran Church
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2005Organist.
Piano Accompanist and Teacher at Holy Innocents' Episcopal School
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2007Piano accompanist and teacher.
Piano Accompanist at Christ Presbyterian Church
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1998Piano accompanist.
Ballet Accompanist at The Tolbert Yilmaz School of Dance
January 1, 1984 - January 1, 1998Ballet accompanist.
Education
Bachelor of Music at University of Georgia
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008Bachelor of Music at Temple University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1981Organ Instruction at Jerry Black
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2005Database Development at Kennesaw University
January 1, 2005 - January 9, 2026Technology in Music at Kennesaw University
January 1, 2002 - January 9, 2026Theatre Workshop at William Reynolds Agency
January 1, 1992 - January 9, 2026Jazz Improvisation / Exceptional Children and Youth at Kennesaw University
January 1, 1992 - January 9, 2026Kinder Music Level 1 at Agnes Scott College
January 1, 1991 - January 9, 2026FCCL license at NB S Radio School
January 1, 1981 - January 9, 2026Qualifications
FCCL license
January 1, 1981 - January 9, 2026NBS Radio License
January 1, 1981 - January 9, 2026Industry Experience
Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
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