In addition to performance, Naomi is also passionate about teaching and has participated in various education outreach programs.  Through the Eastman School, she was a part of the Eastman To Go program where she prepared workshops at various schools and community homes in Rochester, NY.   In those workshops, Naomi discussed the history of Black American Music, basic jazz theory, and techniques in improvisation. Through a summer internship, Naomi has worked with Alexa Tarantino, NYC based saxophonist, at the Rockport Jazz Workshop where she assisted piano masterclasses.  As an educator she is also a strong advocate for gender equity and conducts various workshops through her organization, Womxn Mean Business, on intersectionality/rehearsal etiquette, social justice, and femme/non-binary artists.  

 

Naomi is currently a private instructor with Through the Staff, a nonprofit organization providing free lessons for underprivileged youth.  She previously taught at the Aria’s School for Music and Art in Rochester, working with beginner to advanced students. There is hardly a moment in Naomi’s life where she isn’t performing or teaching. She hopes to inspire other young women to pursue a career in music.

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