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Bria Forbes

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Composer at Indie Film Sprout
January 1, 2022 - Present
Composer for indie film Sprout (2022).
Music Composer/Producer at Self Employed
October 1, 2018 - Present
Composed and arranged original pieces for school concerts and ensembles; provided ghostwriting and orchestration for Illumination Entertainment; collaborated with diverse teams to realize artistic vision.
Music Teacher at Laverne Elementary Preparatory Academy
August 1, 2011 - August 1, 2018
Created an entire music education program and expanded offerings to include beginner band, string orchestra and Modern band; taught music theory and production; collaborated with students and staff to deliver an engaging educational show.
Music Engineer at Feature Film 'Sedona'
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Engineered music for the feature film Sedona.
Private Instrumental Music Instructor at California
June 1, 1999 - Present

Education

Master of Music in Composition and Production at Concordia University
May 21, 2017
Bachelor's Degree in Music Composition and Production at Concordia University - Wisconsin
January 1, 2012 - December 1, 2018
California Technical Education Courses in ELL, SPED, General Education, Curriculum Planning, Teaching Theory, SELMM in Music Composition and Production at Orange County DOE
March 20, 2021 - May 20, 2023

Qualifications

Latin Grammy Award
November 28, 2017 - November 3, 2017
Music Production (Mixing and editing)-Best Tango Album- "Solo Buenos Aires"
Latin Grammy Award – Best Tango Album (Mixing) for Solo Buenos Aires
January 1, 2017 - May 9, 2026
OC DOE Music Will Certified Instructor
September 20, 2021 - May 9, 2026
Curriculum Design Certification
September 20, 2021 - May 9, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education