Natalija Jović is a graduated flutist, a Doctor of Science in Arts and a certified Alexander Technique teacher. She has been a music educator for many years. She was a flute teacher at the “Marko Tajčević” Music school in Lazarevac and has achieved significant results with students. Her interests as the researcher gravitate towards the methodology of teaching wind instruments and the methods and techniques that support musical development. She holds seminars and workshops in the country and the region.
A significant aspect of her work relates to psychomotor support for musical performance and aims to educate both students and professionals in ways to relieve unnecessary tension during playing, prevent pain, tendinitis and injuries. Teaching provides the necessary knowledge for quality body positions and movements during musical performance. The effects of working with the Alexander Technique teacher are reflected in greater freedom of movement, flexibility, better support for the instrument, the ability to practice for hours without fatigue and pain, and by reducing the fear of public speaking. All of the above results in changes in tone quality, technical abilities, and expressiveness.
Another important aspect of her work is in the field of effective practicing at a new music school project. Her active plan for practicing is based on self-regulated learning and offers the necessary knowledge about practicing strategies that facilitate independent work and ensure good results.
Natalija Jović
