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Weather Alert

Due to extreme heat and our utility provider's report of ongoing power disruptions, Kean University’s main campus in Union will operate on a fully remote schedule for the remainder of the week.

All classes will be conducted remotely, and employees should work remotely during regular Summer business hours.

Only essential personnel should report to work as required. Employees with questions about their status should consult with their supervisor.

Cougars Den will operate from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday.

Kean Ocean will follow Ocean County College’s operating schedule. 

 

Valerie Van Hoven

Email
vvanhove@kean.edu
Learn more
www.VanHovenMusic.com

Valerie van Hoven has studied music at the Hartt Conservatory and SUNY Purchase. Valerie earned a BA in music education from Montclair State University and a graduate certification from the American Center for the Alexander Technique. For nine years a music teacher in the Randolph, NJ public schools, she now operates her own studio in Denville, NJ where she teaches piano, voice and the Alexander Technique. Valerie has given workshops in voice and the Alexander Technique at Wagner College on Staten Island, Montclair State University and has assisted workshops at the Juilliard School in NYC. She has appeared as Lorraine in Steppin’ Out, Rosabella in The Most Happy Fella, and Eliza in My Fair Lady in regional theater. She has been involved in more that 40 shows as musical director and played piano in the orchestra for many others.

Education

  • Montclair State University Bachelor of Arts in music education
  • American Center for the Alexander Technique Graduate Certification

Courses Taught

  • MUS 3600 Private Voice Studio for Theatre