Andrea kurnat
Instruments Taught
Piano, Voice, Ukulele, Guitar, Strings Family, Single Reed, Percussion
Education
B.S. Education, Millersville University
Title I Teaching Certification: K-12 Education
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About
Andrea Kurnat, soon to be Andrea Hinkle, is a passionate music educator and performer with over 15 years of experience in private instruction, school settings, and live performance. Known to her students as Ms. A, she specializes in vocal and instrumental lessons for all ages—from young beginners to seasoned adults—tailoring each lesson to support the growth of the whole performer: mentally, technically, and creatively.
Recognized in an Oxford University Press Kodály textbook for her innovative teaching methods, Andrea blends classical foundations with modern approaches to help every performer and student find their voice—literally and artistically. Her teaching spans K-12 classrooms across Lancaster, Reading, Hershey, Berks, and Bucks Counties, and she has guided students to achieve lead roles in productions such as Matilda and Frozen, college music scholarships, Apollo Awards, and even Spotify album releases.
As a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter, Andrea performs locally as “Andy” using piano, voice, and guitar/ukulele at venues in Skippack, Lederach, and Doylestown. Whether she’s preparing a teen for a conservatory audition, supporting an adult rediscovering their love of music, or guiding a child through their first recital, Andrea brings clarity, joy, and compassion to the process.
Teaching Philosophy
Her holistic teaching approach includes vocal technique, solfeggio lead through hand signs, piano artistry, scales, sight reading, and theory—ensuring that every student builds strong skills while growing in confidence and self-expression. Above all, Ms. A is committed to helping each student—regardless of age or background—become a confident, well-rounded musician and performer.