Kelsey Johnson
About
As a multi-instrumentalist and graduate of Berklee College of Music, I am passionate about sharing my expertise in songwriting, classical and contemporary performance, and music theory with others. I'm a working musician currently based in Atlanta, GA, and I have over 15 years of musical experience - ranging from performing as a violist in classical orchestras, to working as a producer, and to performing both as a solo singer-songwriter and a backing member of a band. Whatever you're looking for in your musical experience, I'm here to help along the way!
Teaching Style
Through my past experiences as a teacher and student, I've developed a strong belief that lessons should be as tailored to the student as possible. Before diving in, it's important to discuss your areas of interest and goals, so that we can work as a team to achieve those goals. Open communication and collaboration are vital, and these values will allow us to build foundations that can be applied to individual practice and beyond the classroom. With these core values, we will create an ideal environment for learning so that you can achieve your musical goals.
Credentials & Affiliations
- Graduated Summa Cum Laude from Berklee College of Music in 2021 [Dual Degree: Bachelor of Music in Songwriting and Bachelor of Music in Music Business/Management]
- 5 years of experience as an independent and touring singer-songwriter, with performances across the East coast and Southern US [Artist Name: Kilough]
- Wrote, arranged, recorded, and produced all Kilough releases [including EPs States Between and Latitude, and latest singles "County Line" and "I Know You're Listening"]
- Performed on all Kilough releases [viola, lead and backing vocals, piano, percussion, acoustic guitar]
- Session and backing musician who has worked on tracks including Lizzy McAlpine's "To The Mountains" [viola] and Elodie's EP Things That Are Broken [viola]
- Performed at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. documentary film premiere in November 2019 [viola]
- Previously taught piano, guitar, and academic subjects to remote students