I am a musician based in Hamilton, Canada, specializing in music composition. My work focuses on creating original music that reflects the beauty and power of nature, such as my recent release, "Soaring Seas". I am proficient in the notation software MuseScore Studio and am experienced with Logic Pro X. I also have many years of experience in concert band, chamber ensemble, and solo performance, mainly as a classical guitarist and clarinetist. I have experience in the music education field, including privately teaching guitar and classical guitar basics, as well as working as a teacher's assistant in a tonal harmony course.

Meekal Alam

I am a musician based in Hamilton, Canada, specializing in music composition. My work focuses on creating original music that reflects the beauty and power of nature, such as my recent release, "Soaring Seas". I am proficient in the notation software MuseScore Studio and am experienced with Logic Pro X. I also have many years of experience in concert band, chamber ensemble, and solo performance, mainly as a classical guitarist and clarinetist. I have experience in the music education field, including privately teaching guitar and classical guitar basics, as well as working as a teacher's assistant in a tonal harmony course.

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I am a musician based in Hamilton, Canada, specializing in music composition. My work focuses on creating original music that reflects the beauty and power of nature, such as my recent release, “Soaring Seas”. I am proficient in the notation software MuseScore Studio and am experienced with Logic Pro X.

I also have many years of experience in concert band, chamber ensemble, and solo performance, mainly as a classical guitarist and clarinetist. I have experience in the music education field, including privately teaching guitar and classical guitar basics, as well as working as a teacher’s assistant in a tonal harmony course.

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Language

English
Fluent
Urdu
Intermediate
Panjabi, Punjabi
Intermediate
Hindi
Intermediate

Work Experience

Private Guitar Teacher
September 1, 2024 - August 13, 2025
Taught students how to read and understand music, guided students on performance skills including rhythms and posture, created and organized lesson plans, aided professor with planning and grading student assignments and exams, communicated with students about their needs and progress, and examined students’ progress.
Teacher’s Assistant for Tonal Harmony 1 and 2 at Mohawk College
April 1, 2024 - August 13, 2025
Assisted with setting up and cleaning stages before and after performances, collaborated with musicians, stage crew, and camera crew, and organized rehearsals.
Live Performance and Stage Managing
April 1, 2024 - August 13, 2025
Assisted in live performances including organizing and managing rehearsals and providing stage management support.
Solo Classical Guitarist
September 1, 2021 - Present
Performed as a solo classical guitarist in various settings.
Guitarist – Clarinet-Guitar Duo at Mohawk College
April 1, 2024 - August 13, 2025
Performed as a guitarist in a clarinet-guitar duo ensemble.
Guitarist – Pop Ensemble at Mohawk College
April 1, 2024 - August 13, 2025
Performed as a guitarist in the SkillsArt Pop Ensemble.
Guitarist – Classical Guitar Quartet at Mohawk College
April 1, 2022 - August 13, 2025
Performed as a guitarist in a classical guitar quartet.
Clarinetist, Section Leader – Senior Concert Band at Saltfleet District High School
June 1, 2020 - August 13, 2025
Performed clarinet and led section in senior concert band.
Bass Guitarist – Junior Concert Band at Saltfleet District High School
June 1, 2017 - August 13, 2025
Performed as bass guitarist in junior concert band.
Teacher’s Assistant for Tonal Harmony 1 and 2 at Mohawk College
September 1, 2024 - August 13, 2025
Taught students how to read and understand music, guided students on performance skills, rhythms, and posture. Created and organized lesson plans. Aided the professor with planning and grading student assignments and exams. Communicated with students about their needs, questions, and concerns. Examined students' progress.
Live Performance and Stage Managing at Mohawk College
April 1, 2024 - August 13, 2025
Assisted with setting up and cleaning stages before and after performances. Collaborated and communicated with other musicians, stage crew, and camera crew. Organized rehearsals.
Solo Classical Guitarist
September 1, 2021 - Present
Performing as a solo classical guitarist playing concerts and events.
Guitarist - Clarinet-Guitar Duo at Mohawk College
April 1, 2024 - August 13, 2025
Collaborated within a clarinet-guitar duo setting, performing in concerts and college events.
Guitarist - Pop Ensemble at Mohawk College
April 1, 2024 - August 13, 2025
Performed as guitarist in Pop Ensemble group for college events and concerts.
Guitarist - Classical Guitar Duo at Mohawk College
May 1, 2023 - August 13, 2025
Performed as guitarist in classical guitar duo for concerts and college performances.
Guitarist - Classical Guitar Quartet at Mohawk College
April 1, 2022 - August 13, 2025
Performed as guitarist in classical guitar quartet for college performances.
Clarinetist, Section Leader - Senior Concert Band at Saltfleet District High School
June 1, 2020 - August 13, 2025
Led clarinet section and performed with senior concert band during school years.
Bass Guitarist - Junior Concert Band at Saltfleet District High School
June 1, 2017 - August 13, 2025
Performed as bass guitarist in junior concert band.

Education

Advanced Diploma: Applied Music (Classical Strings + Guitar) at Mohawk College
January 1, 2021 - April 1, 2024
High School Diploma at Saltfleet District High School
September 1, 2016 - June 1, 2020
Advanced Diploma: Applied Music (Classical Strings + Guitar) at Mohawk College
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2024
High School Diploma at Saltfleet District High School
September 1, 2016 - June 1, 2020

Qualifications

Completion of Music Composition 1
February 1, 2021 - August 13, 2025
Music Composition 1
February 1, 2021 - February 28, 2021

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment
    paper Release

    The release of a single, entitled “Soaring Seas”.

    Inspired by the movement of waters in stormy weather, this through-composed piece overlaps multiple melodies, just like overlapping waves. With weight and power, it brings out the awesome strength - and sheer elegance - of this beautiful piece of nature.

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