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Professors Richard White & Pamela Viktoria Pyle
The Professors: Nationally Recognized Educators
Professors Richard White & Pamela Viktoria Pyle
The Professors: Nationally Recognized Educators
Biography
Presenting events containing musical performances as well as opportunities to discuss and address differences, Professors Richard Antoine White (tuba) and Pamela Viktoria Pyle (piano) have spent years dedicating themselves to their art as soloists and collaborators in traditional classical music settings. Hailing from two of the top musical institutions, Indiana University’s Jacob School of Music and The Juilliard School, most of their careers have been focused on performing and teaching music at the highest level. As speakers and leaders of the non-profit organization, RawTuba Foundation, they are using their combined talents to break barriers and offer new possibilities for connecting in a disconnected world.
What compels us to see others with understanding when it is easier to just turn away? Every team member is unique, and yet, we all share many commonalities. By taking a moment to appreciate both our similarities and differences, we can break down perceptions that are based on convenience or comfort and transform them into shared new pathways that illuminate all.
Professor’s White and Pyle accomplish something quite unusual by presenting new ways of communicating through personal stories, discussion and collaborative musical performance.
In addition to embodying obvious differences, (gender, race, choice of instruments), they tackle questions regarding diversity of thought, opinion, and style, revealing how the collaborative process, as it occurs in musical preparations, results in a unified experience for the listener.
Speech Topics
The Art of Collaboration
Effective communication is not a guarantee but must be practiced to develop committed and consistent collaborations. Fine-tuning the collaborative process sparks a virtuosic trajectory that assures Carnegie Hall is in your team’s destiny. Every member of your team possesses the talent to be an MVP, but that level of elevation starts with an inclusive and supportive environment where each person can fully express their true genius and imaginative powers.
Often, unspoken and unconscious biases can prevent us from expressing vulnerability and hearing the messages of others. Cultivating a culture in which all voices are optimized and harmonized has the power to produce truly unique performances. Personal transparency leads to better cooperation, culminating in a winning outcome for all.
Join University of New Mexico Professor’s Richard Antoine White and Pamela Viktoria Pyle as they reimagine communication, drawing parallels between music preparation and collaborative teamwork through conversation and performance. This presentation is intended for team leaders and members, as well as corporations and organizations looking to gain deeper knowledge into how the art of collaboration can maximize teamwork.
Voices in the Shadow: Bringing to the Surface Barriers That Silence the Contributions of the Unheard
As a leader, understanding everyone’s “voice” is crucial to creating an environment that fosters true collaborative dialogue and engages all members equally. When diverse thoughts are not included, people are shunned, silenced, muted- they lose self-esteem, becoming dejected, upset and angry. Often, they are labeled and judged on their response to being mistreated, deepening the existing divide.
Addressing this endemic culture is essential to reaping the benefits that the communal richness of diversity offers. In a healthy climate, each team member experiences a sense of freedom to express their ideas, and trusts that their contributions are heard and valued. This atmosphere of psychological safety is essential to growing a successful work environment.
Join Professor’s White and Pyle to explore techniques that enhance and amplify awareness, creating a dynamic culture of inclusivity that inspires everyone to bring their best. This presentation is intended for institutions and organizations looking to enhance genuine communication and build community trust.
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