Biography

Jennifer McKeeman is currently pursuing her PhD in Music and Human Learning from the University of Texas at Austin. She holds a Masters of Music in Music and Human Learning in addition to a Bachelor of Music in Music Studies from the University of Texas at Austin where she had the privilege to study viola and music education with some of the most reputable minds in the field.

A native Austinite, Jennifer began playing viola in sixth grade in South Austin. She owes her inspiration to become a music teacher to the incredible music teachers she studied with while in public school music. Jennifer has taught privately in the Austin and San Antonio areas since 2010 with a broad range of ages and experience levels. She has had the honor of attending various summer music festivals including the Sewanee Summer Music Festival, Marrowstone Music Festival, and the Green Mountain Chamber Music Festival. 

Jennifer was the Orchestra Director at David Lee “Tex” Hill Middle School in San Antonio, TX for four years. Jennifer started when the school first opened, building the orchestra and fifth grade strings programs from the ground up. The Tex Hill Orchestras have earned consistent UIL Sweepstakes in addition to multiple “Best in Class” and “Overall Outstanding” honors in festivals held in New Braunfels, TX and Corpus Christi, TX.

Jennifer is thrilled to be back in her hometown doing what she loves: teaching and studying music. Her philosophy that any child can and should play music with excellence and joy is behind all of her teaching moments. In her spare time, Jennifer enjoys writing, seeing live music, and spending time with friends and family.

EDUCATION

University of Texas at Austin

B.M. in Music Studies || M.M. in Music and Human Learning

Suzuki Teacher Training

Every Child Can || Dr. Laurie Scott, University of Texas at Austin

Violin/Viola Book 1 || Dr. Laurie Scott, University of Texas at Austin