Wendy Stevens, NCTM, is a composer, piano teacher, clinician, and blogger. She also writes a regular business column “Making Money, Making Space” for Clavier Companion. Wendy holds a Master of Music degree in composition and theory and enjoys writing and presenting on business issues, teaching composition, creativity, and piano teaching topics. Wendy maintains a useful website with creative ideas and products for music teachers at www.ComposeCreate.com. Her pedagogical compositions are published by Hal Leonard, Willis, and www.ComposeCreate.com

Kenneth Christensen, NCTM, pianist and collaborative artist, maintains a very successful independent piano studio in Bozeman, Montana, where his students continue to win state and regional competitions. Mr. Christensen, aside from teaching, is very active as a clinician, presenter, performer, and adjudicator throughout the Pacific Northwest. Mr. Christensen has performed throughout the United States including Carnegie Hall, with international performances taking place in Europe and Asia. He is currently the president of Music Teachers National Association.