I am a versatile music composer, arranger and performer with over two decades of experience arranging for short films, marching bands, choir and orchestra. I have led traditional and contemporary performances across a variety of venues, from school programs to church ensembles, and I enjoy mentoring students of all ages. I focus on teamwork, composition, and outreach through music. I thrive in collaborative settings, developing engaging programs, and bringing out the best in every musician.

David W. Bugher

I am a versatile music composer, arranger and performer with over two decades of experience arranging for short films, marching bands, choir and orchestra. I have led traditional and contemporary performances across a variety of venues, from school programs to church ensembles, and I enjoy mentoring students of all ages. I focus on teamwork, composition, and outreach through music. I thrive in collaborative settings, developing engaging programs, and bringing out the best in every musician.

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I am a versatile music composer, arranger and performer with over two decades of experience arranging for short films, marching bands, choir and orchestra. I have led traditional and contemporary performances across a variety of venues, from school programs to church ensembles, and I enjoy mentoring students of all ages.
I focus on teamwork, composition, and outreach through music. I thrive in collaborative settings, developing engaging programs, and bringing out the best in every musician.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Music Director at Edgebrook Lutheran Church
January 1, 2019 - Present
Direct traditional choir and contemporary band, compose and arrange across several genres
Private Piano and Percussion Instructor at Private Instruction (Self-Employed)
January 1, 2010 - Present
Provide private piano and percussion instruction
Graduate Assistant at DePaul University
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
Manage drumline, private lessons, ensemble instruction, maintenance, composition and office
Director of Bands at Kokomo Center School Corporation
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010
Directed bands and music programs
Director of Bands at Wewahitchka High School
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Directed bands and music programs
Sabbatical Replacement at University of Colorado at Boulder
January 1, 2003 - Present
Sabbatical replacement position
Graduate Assistant at University of Colorado at Boulder
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2006
Graduate assistant
Director at Latin Ensemble / Marimba Ensemble II, Ball State University
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2003
Directed ensembles

Education

Master of Jazz Studies at DePaul University
January 1, 2012 - January 15, 2026
Master of Music at University of Colorado at Boulder
January 1, 2005 - January 15, 2026
Bachelor of Science at Ball State University
January 1, 2003 - January 15, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education