Teaching Philosophy: "As a music educator, I believe in creating a welcoming and supportive learning environment where students can take risks and try new things. My role is to provide the knowledge and encouragement for students to grow as both independent musicians and collaborative instrumentalists. Beyond learning notes and rhythms, I hope that students will create musical products that are unique and meaningful to them. My goal is that all of my students will create music that is personal and that gives them something to take pride in sharing with others. Though some students will not make music a part of their career, I believe that music is a lifelong journey, and I want to equip students with the skills and confidence to continue creating, appreciating, and engaging with music throughout their lives."
Biography: Lauren Girouard is a passionate educator and performer in the Boston area. She began playing percussion at age 10. Lauren is an active freelancer, playing timpani and percussion in a variety of ensembles around the area. Her experience includes playing with the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra, Du Bois Orchestra, Boston Chamber Symphony, and New England Brass Band, as well as several other groups. Lauren recently graduated with a Master's degree in Percussion Performance from Boston University, where she also earned Bachelor's degrees in Percussion Performance and Music Education in 2023. Her teaching experience includes individual and group percussion lessons, acting as a Percussion Teaching Assistant at Boston University, and teaching percussion and band at Watertown Public Schools. Lauren's primary teachers have included Tim Genis and Kyle Brightwell of the Boston Symphony Orchestra.
Lauren began teaching in 2015 and joined Note-worthy Experiences in May 2025, where she teaches percussion.
Biography: Lauren Girouard is a passionate educator and performer in the Boston area. She began playing percussion at age 10. Lauren is an active freelancer, playing timpani and percussion in a variety of ensembles around the area. Her experience includes playing with the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra, Du Bois Orchestra, Boston Chamber Symphony, and New England Brass Band, as well as several other groups. Lauren recently graduated with a Master's degree in Percussion Performance from Boston University, where she also earned Bachelor's degrees in Percussion Performance and Music Education in 2023. Her teaching experience includes individual and group percussion lessons, acting as a Percussion Teaching Assistant at Boston University, and teaching percussion and band at Watertown Public Schools. Lauren's primary teachers have included Tim Genis and Kyle Brightwell of the Boston Symphony Orchestra.
Lauren began teaching in 2015 and joined Note-worthy Experiences in May 2025, where she teaches percussion.
