Teacher Bevin was born and raised on the Peninsula into a music-loving family. At three, she started ballet classes with the South San Francisco Civic Ballet. Auditioning, rehearsing and performing was a highlight of her childhood and this gave her a dedication and practice which continues to this day. At the age of six a special delivery, which she hoped was a treehouse, turned out to be a piano. Though this was to her dismay at the time, her disappointment soon faded and led her to master classical sonatas, blues pieces, and old standards. In the fourth grade, Bevin picked up the oboe and throughout her school years played in award-winning symphonic bands and chamber ensembles with the oboe and also jazz band on the piano. After high school, Bevin received her B.A. in Sociology at the University of California, Riverside. With a personal knowledge of the innumerable benefits of early exposure to creative and performing arts, Bevin is excited to share her knowledge, experience and love of it with her class.

“My teaching style draws from the experience of being a participant. I first discovered Music Together^® classes while working as a nanny myself, so I understand that the expectation to sing with others can be unusual for most. I therefore take care in gauging the comfort level of every class, adjusting my approach to encourage more and more participation each week. Having taught hundreds of classes, I’ve experienced the whole range of class types: sometimes there are very quiet, reserved classes and at other times everyone is ready to sing their hearts out from day one! Knowing it may take many weeks for all to join in singing, I take necessary steps to create a rich musical experience by helping everyone understand that they can have amazing musical moments when there is ample class participation. I show patience and care in creating an environment where making music casually can be relaxing and enjoyable rather than stressful or uncomfortable. The innate musicality of children is continually fascinating so I encourage parents to simply observe their natural music-making abilities. I adore the children I come into contact with, and marvel in their unique styles of learning. I make a connection with every child in the class whether it is through eye-contact and a smile, or hugs at the end of class, all while appreciating each child's individual comfort-level. I am touched to know that I'm an important figure and friend to the children, and treasure the opportunity to be a part of their early music experience.”

Winter 2012 (10 wks) W12 Spring 2012 (12 wks) S12

Day & Time Class Type Teacher Start Date End Date Notes Potrero Hill Recess Urban Recreation 470 Carolina Street (Between Mariposa and 18th) San Francisco,, California 94107 location map Thursday 9:30 AM Mixed Ages Bevin Fernandez Mar 22, 2012 Jun 07, 2012 Thursday 10:30 AM Mixed Ages Bevin Fernandez Mar 22, 2012 Jun 07, 2012 St. Francis Wood St. Francis Episcopal Church 399 San Fernando Way San Francisco, CA 94127 map and directions Wednesday 9:00 AM Mixed Ages (2 Seats Left) Bevin Fernandez Mar 21, 2012 Jun 06, 2012 Wednesday 10:00 AM Mixed Ages (2 Seats Left) Bevin Fernandez Mar 21, 2012 Jun 06, 2012 Friday 9:15 AM Mixed Ages Bevin Fernandez Mar 23, 2012 Jun 08, 2012 Friday 10:15 AM Mixed Ages (1 Seat Left) Bevin Fernandez Mar 23, 2012 Jun 08, 2012 Noe Valley Holy Innocents Episcopal Church 455 Fair Oaks Street San Francisco, CA 94110 map and directions Monday 9:45 AM Mixed Ages (Full) No class on 5/28/12 for Memorial Day. Bevin Fernandez Mar 19, 2012 Jun 11, 2012 No class on 5/28/12 for Memorial Day. Monday 10:45 AM Mixed Ages (Full) No class on 5/28/12 for Memorial Day. Bevin Fernandez Mar 19, 2012 Jun 11, 2012 No class on 5/28/12 for Memorial Day. Monday 11:45 AM Mixed Ages No class on 5/28/12 for Memorial Day. Bevin Fernandez Mar 19, 2012 Jun 11, 2012 No class on 5/28/12 for Memorial Day. Monday 4:30 PM Mixed Ages No class on 5/28/12 for Memorial Day. Bevin Fernandez Mar 19, 2012 Jun 11, 2012 No class on 5/28/12 for Memorial Day. Monday 5:30 PM Mixed Ages No class on 5/28/12 for Memorial Day. Bevin Fernandez Mar 19, 2012 Jun 11, 2012 No class on 5/28/12 for Memorial Day. Friday 3:30 PM Mixed Ages Bevin Fernandez Mar 23, 2012 Jun 08, 2012 Friday 4:30 PM Mixed Ages Bevin Fernandez Mar 23, 2012 Jun 08, 2012 Saturday 9:00 AM Mixed Ages (Full) No class on 5/26/12. Bevin Fernandez Mar 17, 2012 Jun 09, 2012 No class on 5/26/12. Saturday 10:00 AM Mixed Ages (Full) No class on 5/26/12. Bevin Fernandez Mar 17, 2012 Jun 09, 2012 No class on 5/26/12. Saturday 11:00 AM Mixed Ages (Full) No class on 5/26/12. Bevin Fernandez Mar 17, 2012 Jun 09, 2012 No class on 5/26/12.