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Sofija Zlatanova
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Sofija Zlatanova

Today we are involved with new models of futuristic cars and phones that can protect us in emergencies with remote satellites. Physical benefits to help ease the mind and stress. And We all do keep moving forward like one's Einstein said.-Too, To keep the balance, we must keep moving forward. Are we? Could Einstein move forward if he didn't have his wife, Mileva Marić, from Serbia? She was a physicist, too—and there is evidence that she contributed significantly to his groundbreaking science.

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#equity #arts #music #artist #hiba #education #inclusion #empower

#equity #arts #music #artist #hiba #education #inclusion #empower

Bringing equity in music & arts education

hiba 

Hiba is a multimedia magazine & course station that teaches & curates the new trends in Music Education. 

As an advocate, Hiba wants to bring equity to music education and arts, honor the artist's mind, and empower.

 

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Imagine…

Today we are involved with new models of futuristic cars and phones that can protect us in emergencies with remote satellites. Physical benefits to help ease the mind and stress. And We all do keep moving forward like one's Einstein said.-Too, To keep the balance, we must keep moving forward. Are we? Could Einstein move forward if he didn't have his wife, Mileva Marić, from Serbia? She was a physicist, too—and there is evidence that she contributed significantly to his groundbreaking science.

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What does it mean to be critical in Music Education?

As diverse souls, it's not easy to find the freedom and courage to create ourselves as unique educators and respect our students when we live in a world where the hierarchy still exists, and the Student is never right.

These are only my thoughts and philosophy; to some, it might be Jazz -if you know harmony, you can understand.

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About the founder

Educator/Author/Teacher/.

Zlatanova

AN AWARD-WINNING VIOLA PERFORMER AND A FICTION BOOK WRITER. SOFIJA IS AN ADVOCATE FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD MUSIC EDUCATION ESPECIALLY FOR CHILDREN WITH AUTISM OR ANY SPECIAL NEEDS. SHE LIVES IN CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS WHERE SHE COMPLETED HER GRADUATE MUSIC STUDIES AT BERKLEE COLLEGE OF MUSIC. SOFIJA TEACHES MUSIC (PIANO, VIOLIN, COMPOSITION)  TO CHILDREN WITH DIFFERENT ABILITIES  AND TWICE EXCEPTIONAL AT AT BERKLEE COLLEGE OF MUSIC  IN THE INSTITUTE FOR ACCESSIBLE ARTS EDUCATION-A CATALYST FOR THE INCLUSION OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES IN ALL ASPECTS OF PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS EDUCATION. SHE IS A DOG LOVER AND IN HER SPARE TIME ENJOYS COMPOSING, SUPPORTING GREAT CAUSES AND CONNECTING WITH NATURE.

On a deeply personal note,

The melodies that filled my childhood home ignited a passion for music within me. A pivotal moment occurred at the tender age of six when my mother, intending to buy me a dress for my first day of kindergarten, led me past a clothing store that shared a wall with a music haven. In that fleeting instant, my gaze fixed upon the window adorned with tapes of my favorite classical composers. The allure was irresistible, and there, I first set eyes on Beethoven's Symphony No. 9, a piece that would mark the beginning of my profound journey into the world of music.

My initiation into the world of instruments commenced during my first year in kindergarten, as I took up the violin at the Elementary School for Music in Skopje. The subsequent years of unwavering love and dedication bore fruit as I delved deeper into the world of music. Participating in competitions and master classes fueled my determination, ultimately steering me toward the viola. At the age of 19, I received a momentous invitation to join the orchestra at the Macedonian Opera and Ballet House, solidifying my path as a violinist and violist.

My musical odyssey is adorned with academic milestones, including a Bachelor's Degree from The Faculty of Music Arts - Skopje, postgraduate studies at Trinity Laban in London, and a Graduate Degree in Viola performance from the Boston Conservatory at Berklee. The journey continued with a Masters Degree in Music Education and Autism, culminating in a Post Master Fellowship from Berklee College of Music, where I currently serve as an Instructor for Music Education and Autism.

As a perpetual student of music and diverse disciplines, my quest for knowledge and love of music has led to extensive performing experiences, both as a soloist and within orchestras. Now, I stand ready and eager to share my musical prowess with those who are passionate about learning and playing music, seeking to honor the boundless creativity of every aspiring artist. Join me in this harmonious journey of discovery and expression.