Jim Zaroulis

Work Experience

Owner/Operator/Instructor at Birch Hill Music
January 1, 2020 - Present
Owner and operator of Birch Hill Music; provide private lessons (piano, voice, guitar, drums) for about 40 students; run ensembles; coordinate weekly lessons and student performances; also offer event entertainment.
Lead Piano Instructor/Ensemble Director at The Real School of Music
January 1, 2012 - Present
Private piano instruction for students of all ages and skill levels; developer and director of numerous ensembles; organized community outreach events to enhance music education.
Music Director at Improv Asylum
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2014
Performed and composed music for live performances seven nights per week; collaborated with actors to arrange music numbers; led masterclasses in musical improvisation; composed and scored for weekly television sketches.
Freelance Pianist/Keyboardist at Self-employed
January 1, 1992 - Present
Performed as solo pianist; led successful general business bands; performed at 100+ events per year; traveled extensively in the U.S., Canada, and Europe.
Freelance Film Scorer at Self-employed
January 1, 2008 - Present
Scored music for award-winning short films and numerous multimedia projects; contributed to brand identity and audience engagement through original music.
Intern at World Wide Music Manufacturer
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1994
Internship with a world-wide music manufacturer; gained exposure to music production and industry practices.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Music Business and Performance at University of Massachusetts Lowell
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1996
Jazz Piano, Ear Training and Theory studies at Charlie Banacos
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2006
Weeklong Workshop: Music Improvisation, and Collaboration at Second City Training Center
January 1, 2009 - January 7, 2009
Internship - World Wide Music Manufacturer at World Wide Music Manufacturer
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1994

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services