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Hi, I'm Liam Flaherty, a passionate music composer with a strong background in music technology and composition. I've had the privilege to lead ensembles, direct percussion for high school bands, and perform as a musician and composer for various organizations, including the Pittsburgh Steelers drumline. Music has always been a huge part of my life, and I enjoy both performing and creating new pieces. Currently completing my Master's in Music Composition at Carnegie Mellon, I also have experience teaching students of all ages, organizing rehearsals, and arranging music. I'm always eager to learn more and collaborate with others who share my love for music.…Hi, I'm Liam Flaherty, a passionate music composer with a strong background in music technology and composition. I've had the privilege to lead ensembles, direct percussion for high school bands, and perform as a musician and composer for various organizations, including the Pittsburgh Steelers drumline. Music has always been a huge part of my life, and I enjoy both performing and creating new pieces. Currently completing my Master's in Music Composition at Carnegie Mellon, I also have experience teaching students of all ages, organizing rehearsals, and arranging music. I'm always eager to learn more and collaborate with others who share my love for music.

Liam Flaherty

Composer, Music Composer, Percussion, +3

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Hi, I'm Liam Flaherty, a passionate music composer with a strong background in music technology and composition. I've had the privilege to lead ensembles, direct percussion for high school bands, and perform as a musician and composer for various organizations, including the Pittsburgh Steelers drumline. Music has always been a huge part of my life, and I enjoy both performing and creating new pieces. Currently completing my Master's in Music Composition at Carnegie Mellon, I also have experience teaching students of all ages, organizing rehearsals, and arranging music. I'm always eager to learn more and collaborate with others who share my love for music.…Hi, I'm Liam Flaherty, a passionate music composer with a strong background in music technology and composition. I've had the privilege to lead ensembles, direct percussion for high school bands, and perform as a musician and composer for various organizations, including the Pittsburgh Steelers drumline. Music has always been a huge part of my life, and I enjoy both performing and creating new pieces. Currently completing my Master's in Music Composition at Carnegie Mellon, I also have experience teaching students of all ages, organizing rehearsals, and arranging music. I'm always eager to learn more and collaborate with others who share my love for music.

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Hi, I’m Liam Flaherty, a passionate music composer with a strong background in music technology and composition. I’ve had the privilege to lead ensembles, direct percussion for high school bands, and perform as a musician and composer for various organizations, including the Pittsburgh Steelers drumline. Music has always been a huge part of my life, and I enjoy both performing and creating new pieces.

Currently completing my Master’s in Music Composition at Carnegie Mellon, I also have experience teaching students of all ages, organizing rehearsals, and arranging music. I’m always eager to learn more and collaborate with others who share my love for music.

Skills

Composition

Instrumental

Music Theory

Experience Level

Composition

Expert

Instrumental

Expert

Music Theory

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Contemporary Music Ensemble Leader at Christ Temple Church

May 31, 2019 - July 28, 2025

Organized musicians for performances, expedited ensemble rehearsals, performed keyboard and drum set weekly plus other venues, arranged music for performances.

Percussion Director at West Allegheny High School

January 1, 2025 - July 28, 2025

Coached and composed for high school percussion students. Directed rehearsals, arranged music, conducted in an instrumental setting. Attended football games and assisted in directing the marching band. Managed upkeep of percussion equipment.

Organist at Christ of our Hope Anglican Church

July 31, 2022 - July 28, 2025

Played organ and piano for Sunday mass, as well as serviced funerals and weddings as needed.

Snare Drum, Composer at Pittsburgh Steeline

June 1, 2021 - Present

Member of the Pittsburgh Steelers official drumline. Attended weekly rehearsals to prepare for tailgating and on-field performances for Steelers home games, as well as community performances and parades. Composed and arranged music.

Teaching Assistant at Carnegie Mellon University

May 31, 2024 - July 28, 2025

Organized and planned lessons for Form and Analysis I-IV and Harmony I-IV classes under Professor Marc Domencic. Graded assignments using Canvas, tutored students in one-on-one meetings, and monitored student participation in classes.