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From Skokie, Illinois, Jonah Sendlin (b. 2001) brings passion, excitement, and a story to all of his works. As a percussionist and electric bassist, he primarily writes for percussion ensemble and big band, though, his portfolio expands much greater, writing for symphonic bands and orchestras, musicals, video games, and more. Sendlin premiered many compositions in his undergrad, including three original soundtracks of video game music after collaborating with Bradley University’s Senior and Masters Game Design students. He has also premiered works at the Illinois Music Educators Conference, with the Heartland Festival Orchestra in Peoria, Illinois, and others. Sendlin is a member of A.S.C.A.P. and is published with C. Alan Publications.…From Skokie, Illinois, Jonah Sendlin (b. 2001) brings passion, excitement, and a story to all of his works. As a percussionist and electric bassist, he primarily writes for percussion ensemble and big band, though, his portfolio expands much greater, writing for symphonic bands and orchestras, musicals, video games, and more. Sendlin premiered many compositions in his undergrad, including three original soundtracks of video game music after collaborating with Bradley University’s Senior and Masters Game Design students. He has also premiered works at the Illinois Music Educators Conference, with the Heartland Festival Orchestra in Peoria, Illinois, and others. Sendlin is a member of A.S.C.A.P. and is published with C. Alan Publications.

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From Skokie, Illinois, Jonah Sendlin (b. 2001) brings passion, excitement, and a story to all of his works. As a percussionist and electric bassist, he primarily writes for percussion ensemble and big band, though, his portfolio expands much greater, writing for symphonic bands and orchestras, musicals, video games, and more. Sendlin premiered many compositions in his undergrad, including three original soundtracks of video game music after collaborating with Bradley University’s Senior and Masters Game Design students. He has also premiered works at the Illinois Music Educators Conference, with the Heartland Festival Orchestra in Peoria, Illinois, and others. Sendlin is a member of A.S.C.A.P. and is published with C. Alan Publications.…From Skokie, Illinois, Jonah Sendlin (b. 2001) brings passion, excitement, and a story to all of his works. As a percussionist and electric bassist, he primarily writes for percussion ensemble and big band, though, his portfolio expands much greater, writing for symphonic bands and orchestras, musicals, video games, and more. Sendlin premiered many compositions in his undergrad, including three original soundtracks of video game music after collaborating with Bradley University’s Senior and Masters Game Design students. He has also premiered works at the Illinois Music Educators Conference, with the Heartland Festival Orchestra in Peoria, Illinois, and others. Sendlin is a member of A.S.C.A.P. and is published with C. Alan Publications.

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From Skokie, Illinois, Jonah Sendlin (b. 2001) brings passion, excitement, and a story to all of his works. As a percussionist and electric bassist, he primarily writes for percussion ensemble and big band, though, his portfolio expands much greater, writing for symphonic bands and orchestras, musicals, video games, and more. Sendlin premiered many compositions in his undergrad, including three original soundtracks of video game music after collaborating with Bradley University’s Senior and Masters Game Design students. He has also premiered works at the Illinois Music Educators Conference, with the Heartland Festival Orchestra in Peoria, Illinois, and others. Sendlin is a member of A.S.C.A.P. and is published with C. Alan Publications.

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Work Experience

Freelance Composer at Self-employed

August 1, 2020 - Present

Create original compositions across multiple styles for concert bands, orchestras, jazz bands, percussion ensembles, video games, musicals, film and more. Wrote and published works, including pieces published with C. Ala Publications.

Associate Professor of Music Theory and Composition at Bradley University

August 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025

Long-term substitute teaching Music Theory I and the Composition Studio. Taught elementary music theory concepts to budding college students and provided more than ten differentiated private lessons in music composition crafted to each student’s skill and need.

Long-Term Substitute – Music Theory I at Bradley University

August 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025

Substitute teaching Music Theory I, supporting course delivery and student learning.

Long-Term Substitute – Composition Studio at Bradley University

August 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025

Mentored and coached composition students; facilitated private lessons and feedback.

Marching Band Technician at Dunlap High School

June 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025

Facilitated rehearsals and activities for high school students; nurtured individual student needs to promote and maximize student success.

Marching Band Technician at Limestone Community High School

June 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025

Facilitated rehearsals and activities for high school students; nurtured individual student needs to promote and maximize student success.

Staff Musician at Peoria Municipal Band

May 1, 2023 - Present

Engaged with a multi-generational clientele. Promoted a calm and orderly environment amid heavily populated crowds.

Usher at North Shore Center for the Performing Arts

June 1, 2022 - August 1, 2022

Greeted attendees; helped manage crowds and provide usher services.

Original Musical Composer at Stella Stage Productions

January 1, 2021 - June 1, 2021

Collaborated with performers and producers to determine and achieve the desired sound for production.

Camp Counselor at Olympian Sports Club

May 1, 2016 - August 1, 2019

Communicated with parents daily; managed minor camp injuries; led structured sports activities for groups of 4-80 campers.

Freelance Composer

August 1, 2020 - Present

Creates original compositions in a multitude of styles. Self-published and published with C.A la Publications. Writes for concert band, orchestra, jazz band, percussion ensemble, video games, musicals, film, and more.

Camp Counselor for 4-14 year olds at Olympian Sports Club

May 1, 2016 - August 1, 2019

Communicated with parents of campers daily to keep them engaged and informed of day-to-day activities. Tended to minor camper injuries such as small cuts, scrapes, and collisions. Led structured sports activities for groups of 4-80 campers to keep them entertained and active.