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William Daniels

William Daniels

about the teacher

William Daniels is an active pianist and teacher in Orlando, FL. He completed his Bachelor of Music in Music Theory and Composition at Florida State University, and his Master of Arts in Piano Performance at the University of Central Florida. He taught college level Music Theory and Ear Training courses as a Graduate Associate at UCF and as an adjunct instructor at Johnson University. William has taught piano privately for several years, has served on the board of the Central Florida Music Teachers Association, and adjudicated piano competitions. As a collaborative pianist, he is frequently called to perform and rehearse with the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, Opera Orlando, Alterity Chamber Orchestra, and the University of Central Florida. He serves as the organist for St. Paul's Presbyterian Church and choir pianist at The Geneva School, a private Christian Classical school. He is also an experienced jazz pianist with several jazz piano students.

William enjoys God's abundant grace living with his wife, playing with and catechizing his four kids, and ending each day in family worship.

Teaching Philosophy

My mission is to illuminate the joy of music and cultivate musical excellence in communities to multiply thanksgiving to the glory of God in Christ …

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Publications

The Function of Absolute Music for Religious and Non-Religious Minds
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An Unexpected Journal, vol. 2, issue 2, Summer 2019

Education

M.A.
University of Central Florida - 2018
Music - Piano Performance
B.M.
Florida State University - 2014
Music Theory and Composition