My goals are to foster the individual personalities of each student through the study of music. In each of my courses, students will develop their artistic ability and awareness through performance and exposure to musical culture, heritage, and theory. We will examine music as a unique art, yet also through lenses of mathematics, science, literature, and history, so that students may confidently make important connections between disciplines. It is through this study that students will improve their dedication to practice, personal improvement and work ethic, as well as important skills related to critical thinking, analysis, and thoughtful creativity. Students will become independent learners and will be given the necessary tools to continue musical development.
With Chamber Orchestra, courtesy of BJ Greco
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Mr. Rotjan earned a Bachelor of Music degree from Ithaca College where he studied music education, musicology, and performance as a cellist. He has performed with several regional orchestras in the tri-state area and also in chamber music recitals. He has a real love for music history and enjoys incorporating all elements of music into his work and teaching. Mr. Rotjan has written numerous articles on opera and music education for The Metropolitan Opera Guild’s MET School Membership program. This is his second year teaching in the South Orangetown District.
