Parker Stanley received his Bachelor's of Arts from Bethel College in North Newton, Kansas where he obtained a degree in Cello Performance and received a K-12 teaching licensure. He then went on to get a Master's of Music in Cello Performance from the University of Iowa. Parker teaches for the Newton Public School district, conducting Freshman Orchestra, 10-12th grade orchestra, and assisting with beginning 5th and 6th grade strings. He is also the Adjunct Cello Professor at Bethel College and has a private studio of about 20 students. In addition to teaching, Parker keeps up an active playing career. He has been in several string quartets including the Bethel College Faculty String Quartet, the Bambi Quartet, and Quartetto Giocoso with whom he has organized a midwest tour. Recently he was a guest soloist for the Metropolitan Youth Orchestra in Liberty, MO.
Audio Recording may require at least as much discipline and commitment as learning to play an instrument well. The number of skills involved and mental acuity needed is incomprehensible to the average person. The best way to learn this art is to sit at the feet of a person who has mastered the art and observe closely. Air House Music Academy offers the chance to have one-on-one instruction with someone who has spent years honing that craft.
Some students understand from the first moment they play their instrument that they want to perform. Other students simply enjoy performing with a group of people. Air House is pleased to offer Jazz Ensembles guided by dedicated teachers who are well respected in the local jazz community. Here students are encouraged to learn how to listen to each other, while also gaining confidence and practice with improvisation and self-expression.
