CELEBRATING ARTISTIC DIVERSITY CREDIT: ADRIAN MICHAEL CREDIT: ADRIAN MICHAEL “I don’t want anyone discouraged, no one needs that. Find what you’re interested in, make sure you’re aware of all your opportunities, and figure out how you can make that work for you because you can.” Coleman was able to make more opportunities for herself by pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business from Regis University and a master’s degree in business administration from Webster University. She now has her own business teaching music lessons. According to Coleman, it is important that when people are looking for private instructors, the instructor does not just teach how to play, but also how to read music. “It is very easy to pick up an instrument and just play, but how many people actually know how to read music?” It is this characteristic that makes Coleman’s approach to teaching unique because she ensures that her students, both adults, and children, learn to read music. Though she currently works in the corporate world, she is focused on her long-term goals. “How many times do you see a Black kid playing a cello?” asked Coleman, who says her ultimate goal is to have her own orchestra, and eventually, teach music full time. You can view Coleman’s musical style on her YouTube page: tinyurl.com/2p835fw2 ■ CREDIT: ADRIAN MICHAEL July 2022 DENVER VOICE 7
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