I am a multidisciplinary audio professional with fifteen years of experience in composition, arranging, production, and both live and in-studio engineering for music and film, post-production, performance, team coordination, and education. I’ve shaped projects from concept to delivery and collaborate across creative and technical teams. I am passionate about the intersection of sound, technology, and storytelling, and I strive to craft experiences across mediums. I currently co-manage Mountain Music School, lead artistic direction, and bring energy and leadership to every project.

Spencer Peterson

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I am a multidisciplinary audio professional with fifteen years of experience in composition, arranging, production, and both live and in-studio engineering for music and film, post-production, performance, team coordination, and education. I’ve shaped projects from concept to delivery and collaborate across creative and technical teams. I am passionate about the intersection of sound, technology, and storytelling, and I strive to craft experiences across mediums. I currently co-manage Mountain Music School, lead artistic direction, and bring energy and leadership to every project.

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I am a multidisciplinary audio professional with fifteen years of experience in composition, arranging, production, and both live and in-studio engineering for music and film, post-production, performance, team coordination, and education. I’ve shaped projects from concept to delivery and collaborate across creative and technical teams.

I am passionate about the intersection of sound, technology, and storytelling, and I strive to craft experiences across mediums. I currently co-manage Mountain Music School, lead artistic direction, and bring energy and leadership to every project.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Co-owner / Music Director at Mountain Music School
January 1, 2018 - Present
Co-manage one of the region’s leading private music institutions (175+ students, 14 faculty). Design and teach curriculum merging classical fundamentals with applied theory and improvisation for modern styles. Produce and direct 40+ student showcases, lead hiring, teacher training, and marketing operations while maintaining an inclusive and creative environment.
Audio Producer / Composer / Engineer at Freelance – Various Clients
January 1, 2010 - Present
Compose original scores for independent films and regional brand campaigns. Mix and master projects across genres including jazz, hip-hop, and Americana. Produce and arrange full-length albums. Handle post-production for dialogue, ambience, and effects in multimedia campaigns.
Live Sound & Events at Freelance – Festivals & Weddings
January 1, 2020 - Present
Design and mix live sound for events of up to 1000+ attendees, including Taste of Africa Festival and Santa Cruz Community Harvest Festival. Direct and arrange ensembles for weddings and community fundraisers. Coordinate stage logistics, backline, and multitrack recording for live capture.
Performance / Musical Direction at Self-employed
January 1, 2010 - Present
Perform in and oversee musical direction for nationally touring acts; provide curated musical performances for weddings and corporate events.

Education

Bachelor of Music – Piano Performance at Musicians Institute, Los Angeles, CA
December 31, 2011 - November 30, 2015

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