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March 29, 2023
EPISODE 11
MARGARET GONZALEZ Margaret Gonzalez, a Venezuelan musician and educator, founded Music Mission San Francisco, inspired by El Sistema. With a Bachelor's in Music from Shenandoah University, she fosters social change through music, nationally and internationally. As an acclaimed speaker and educator, she received The Jefferson Award in 2021 and an Executive Graduate Certificate in Social Entrepreneurship in 2022.
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GUEST ARTIST
Margaret Gonzalez, founder and artistic director of Music Mission San Francisco.
Margaret, a musician and educator from Venezuela, is a product of El Sistema. Continuing the legacy of the founder of el Sistema, maestro José Antonio Abreu, Margaret uses music as a vehicle for social change, traveling nationally and internationally to share her passion and vision with other Sistema inspired programs trough her pedagogy.
Margaret grew up in the capital city of Caracas in Venezuela, where she learned about the core values of El Sistema, and how music has the power to create social change. Through these life experiences, she developed a deep sense of being valued and how to confidently face the challenges of life's journey through music.
Margaret earned a Bachelor of Music in Viola Performance as well as a Minor in Violin and Piano from Shenandoah University in Winchester, Virginia where she was a student of violist Doris Lederer (Audubon Quartet). Prior to her studies in the United States, she performed with the world-renowned Simon Bolivar Orchestra of Venezuela under Maestro Gustavo Dudamel. Additionally, she has worked with several professional chamber ensembles and symphonic orchestras in the United States, and continues to actively teach both children and adults on a variety of string instruments in schools.
In March of 2021, Gonzalez was the recipient of The Jefferson Award for MMSF’s commitment to serving and empowering the youth in their community.
In 2016, she was also selected to be a speaker at the American String Teacher Association National Conference in Tampa, Florida. In 2022, Gonzalez received an Executive Graduate Certificate in Social Entrepreneurship, Cultural Agency, Community Development, Organizational Management, and Teaching Artistry.
Margaret, a musician and educator from Venezuela, is a product of El Sistema. Continuing the legacy of the founder of el Sistema, maestro José Antonio Abreu, Margaret uses music as a vehicle for social change, traveling nationally and internationally to share her passion and vision with other Sistema inspired programs trough her pedagogy.
Margaret grew up in the capital city of Caracas in Venezuela, where she learned about the core values of El Sistema, and how music has the power to create social change. Through these life experiences, she developed a deep sense of being valued and how to confidently face the challenges of life's journey through music.
Margaret earned a Bachelor of Music in Viola Performance as well as a Minor in Violin and Piano from Shenandoah University in Winchester, Virginia where she was a student of violist Doris Lederer (Audubon Quartet). Prior to her studies in the United States, she performed with the world-renowned Simon Bolivar Orchestra of Venezuela under Maestro Gustavo Dudamel. Additionally, she has worked with several professional chamber ensembles and symphonic orchestras in the United States, and continues to actively teach both children and adults on a variety of string instruments in schools.
In March of 2021, Gonzalez was the recipient of The Jefferson Award for MMSF’s commitment to serving and empowering the youth in their community.
In 2016, she was also selected to be a speaker at the American String Teacher Association National Conference in Tampa, Florida. In 2022, Gonzalez received an Executive Graduate Certificate in Social Entrepreneurship, Cultural Agency, Community Development, Organizational Management, and Teaching Artistry.
Episode Description
Margaret Gonzalez, a Venezuelan musician and educator, founded Music Mission San Francisco to propagate El Sistema's legacy of social change through music. With a Bachelor's in Music from Shenandoah University, she's an advocate for music education's transformative power. Having performed with the Simon Bolivar Orchestra and studied under renowned violist Doris Lederer, she actively teaches children and adults various string instruments. Margaret's impactful work earned her The Jefferson Award in 2021 and an Executive Graduate Certificate in Social Entrepreneurship in 2022.
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The Modern Artist Project
Takeaways
- Exposure to programs like El Sistema can inspire and impact individuals to give back to their communities through music.
- The process of creating an organization like Music Mission San Francisco involves careful planning and consideration of the vision and goals.
- A major challenge for Music Mission San Francisco is making others understand their vision and how it can positively impact the lives of their students.
- Those involved in music have a responsibility to understand the potential impact it can have on people's lives.
- Showing people the benefits and possibilities of being involved in music can increase awareness and appreciation for its impact.
- The digital age has opened up new opportunities for music organizations to connect and create events online, as demonstrated by Music Mission San Francisco's online music festival for their students.
- Adapting to changing situations and making the most of available resources is important for success.
- Advice for people who wants to build an organization with regards to serving communities through music
- It is important to not give up in the face of rejection and prove that success is possible.
Social Media Link
Website
What’s Next?!
Thank you for supporting this show by listening and sharing with your friends. If you liked this podcast, please rate and write a review of how this show has helped you. This will help us be able to increase our visibility nationally and in being able to make an impact on the profession.
If you would like to hear more about any specific topics, please email us at info@themodernartistproject.com. I would love to help support your community in all artistic disciplines.
Kristine Dizon
The Modern Artist Project
