Classical Music/English Teaching in FijiWhat type of job are you looking for? 1) Teaching/playing violin. 2) Teaching music history/appreciation/theory. 3) Teaching English or German. What nationality are you? American. What languages do you speak (and at what level)? English - fluent. German - near fluent. What country or area are you looking to work in and why? I am looking for work in Fiji. I have an interest in the mix of cultures and concepts, and Fiji has always held attraction to me as a beautiful place with many different peoples and languages. What countries have you worked in? America, Japan, Germany, Italy and Turkey. What countries do you have a visa to work in? America and Germany. What field do you currently work in? Classical Music. What fields have you worked in before? Food Service, Mail delivery (as a bike messenger), building props and sets for Opera and Theater. What qualifications do you hold? a Bachelor of Music from the Boston Conservatory and a Künstlerweiterbildung certificate from the Hanns Eisler Hochschule für Musik in Berlin. Which do you consider more valuable? Formal education or skills and why? I do not consider either more important than the other. Education provides the basis necessary to facilitate production, creation, and the betterment of life and collective knowledge. Skills are used to make things important in all different aspects of life, whether building houses, farming or creating art and music. Describe the benefits of working with others Communication. Group Effort. The sum being greater than its parts. Describe the benefits of working alone Full autonomy and an opportunity to create something based on your own world view and personal responsibility. What was your worst working experience? At a restaurant. the boss was hostile and unappreciative. What is the most important lesson you have learnt throughout your career? Listen and try to understand everything. Keep your ears, eyes and heart open. What unique skills do you have? I am an accomplished and creative musician. I have interests in many walks of life. I am open, friendly, and non judgmental. What would you consider as your 'dream job'? Teaching and performing music. What are the most interesting aspects of your field? Music itself is incredibly interesting; a language without definition that lends itself to personal interpretation and direct communication unfettered by signifier/signified limitations. What are the least interesting aspects of your field? People who treat music as just a way to earn money. Would you be interested in fields of employment not already discussed in this interview? Absolutely. An opportunity to learn a new skill is never something i dismiss without careful consideration. How can potential employers contact you? email: peebles.matt@gmail.com thanks for reading! | 
