I’m Sharwin Fernandes, a curriculum and performing arts leader with 9 years of experience in building structured music education programs and running school operations—from curriculum and faculty development to assessment systems and inclusive teaching practices. I’ve scaled music academies to strong enrollment and retention by designing outcome-based pathways aligned to RSL- and Berklee-informed frameworks, and by creating practical systems that help learners progress consistently. Alongside academic leadership, I founded Muse Aspire Xplore (MAX), a music-based developmental program for neurodiverse learners (ASD, ADHD), where I design measurable interventions that support communication, emotional regulation, memory, and social learning. As a music instructor and department head, I also focus on performance standards, ensemble direction, and impactful school productions—always with a learner-first approach and close parent/community engagement.

Sharwin Fernandes

I’m Sharwin Fernandes, a curriculum and performing arts leader with 9 years of experience in building structured music education programs and running school operations—from curriculum and faculty development to assessment systems and inclusive teaching practices. I’ve scaled music academies to strong enrollment and retention by designing outcome-based pathways aligned to RSL- and Berklee-informed frameworks, and by creating practical systems that help learners progress consistently. Alongside academic leadership, I founded Muse Aspire Xplore (MAX), a music-based developmental program for neurodiverse learners (ASD, ADHD), where I design measurable interventions that support communication, emotional regulation, memory, and social learning. As a music instructor and department head, I also focus on performance standards, ensemble direction, and impactful school productions—always with a learner-first approach and close parent/community engagement.

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I’m Sharwin Fernandes, a curriculum and performing arts leader with 9 years of experience in building structured music education programs and running school operations—from curriculum and faculty development to assessment systems and inclusive teaching practices. I’ve scaled music academies to strong enrollment and retention by designing outcome-based pathways aligned to RSL- and Berklee-informed frameworks, and by creating practical systems that help learners progress consistently.

Alongside academic leadership, I founded Muse Aspire Xplore (MAX), a music-based developmental program for neurodiverse learners (ASD, ADHD), where I design measurable interventions that support communication, emotional regulation, memory, and social learning. As a music instructor and department head, I also focus on performance standards, ensemble direction, and impactful school productions—always with a learner-first approach and close parent/community engagement.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Kannada
Fluent

Work Experience

Music Instructor – ICSE Western Music at Holy Spirit CISCE, Yenepoya School
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Delivered ICSE-aligned Western music instruction for Grades I–X with a structured curriculum and board-exam preparation methodology. Managed class delivery for large cohorts and ensured progression through music fundamentals, theory-aligned learning, and performance-based assessments consistent with ICSE expectations.
Co-Founder & CEO at Musicraft Academy
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2026
Co-founded and scaled a multidisciplinary music school delivering an outcome-based curriculum aligned to RSL and Berklee-informed frameworks. Directed end-to-end academic operations and business strategy, including institutional planning, organization development, master scheduling, admissions strategy, quality assurance, and vendor partnerships. Built student progress monitoring systems with structured assessment frameworks, supporting consistent outcome tracking and improved retention. Led faculty recruitment, onboarding, mentoring, and performance evaluation across 9 instructors, and established professional development systems. Implemented inclusive teaching practices to support neurodiverse learners and varied ability levels, alongside proactive parent engagement protocols to maintain strong learner continuity.
Head of Instrumental Department at The Music School Bangalore
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Directed instrumental, Western vocals, ensemble, and music theory departments and designed RSL-aligned curriculum and instructional standards across multiple proficiency levels (including Level 3, Undergraduate Level 4, and Diploma). Managed faculty scheduling, mentoring, performance evaluation, and departmental academic planning for 12+ instructors. Supervised student progress in performance, composition, theory, and music production, and led theatre productions, live performances, concerts, and ensemble programming across the performance calendar. Strengthened departmental standards through structured assessment frameworks and performance tracking systems.
Music Instructor at Rhythm & Beats Music School
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Provided music instruction across age groups and ability levels in both online and classroom formats. Used adaptive teaching methods to support different learning needs and contributed to enrollment growth through referrals.
Music Instructor & Curriculum Developer at Sandesha Foundation of Culture & Arts
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Designed inclusive instrumental curriculum and taught guitar, piano, drums, and ensemble performance across diverse learner profiles. Developed student assessment frameworks and performance-tracking systems used across faculty. Ensured consistent instructional delivery while supporting varied abilities through differentiated learning and inclusive classroom practices.
Founder & CEO at Muse Aspire Xplore (MAX)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Founded and leads a structured music-based developmental program for neurodiverse learners (ASD, ADHD, developmental delays, and sensory processing challenges). Designed evidence-informed music interventions that support emotional regulation, sensory integration, cognitive development, and social-emotional learning, with measurable outcomes across attention/engagement, communication development, emotional participation, memory improvement, and social interaction. Built assessment systems used to track learner progress and trained educators in inclusive, adaptive, and differentiated teaching practices. Managed organizational strategy, staffing, program development, quality standards, and parent engagement systems.
Freelance Musician, Producer, Sound Engineer at Independent
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2021
Worked on live performances, studio recording, and audio engineering including mixing and mastering. Provided ensemble direction and technical production support for independent projects.

Education

Diploma in music Rockschool london at Rockschool london
October 7, 2024 - October 7, 2024
Music production, music theory, mixing at Berklee boston
October 7, 2024 - October 7, 2024
Level 3 Diploma (Ofqual) – Music Theory, Production, Business, Recording, Mixing, Mastering at Rock School London (RSL)
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2026
Professional Studies – Music Theory IV & V, Electronic Music Production, Mixing & Mastering at Berklee College of Music (Online)
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2026
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) at St. Aloysius College (Autonomous)
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2026

Qualifications

Diploma in music practitioners
June 1, 2022 - May 31, 2023
Music production-Mixing-Mastering
General studies in music
January 8, 2024 - March 31, 2025
Berkle college of music-Boston
General studies in music
January 8, 2024 - March 31, 2025
Berklee college of music-Boston - Music production-Mixing-Music theory and composition-Electronic music production
Diploma in Music (Music education & production focused study topics including emotion in high-functioning autism, audio engineering fundamentals, and music composition; also certificates in music production, music pedagogy, and inclusive education)
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services