Hi, I'm Paul Graham, an Instrumental Music Education Specialist and Band Director with over 30 years of experience leading arts education programs and integrating technology to enhance learning. I design curricula, create engaging lessons, and use collaborative, interdisciplinary approaches to help students develop strong musicianship and critical thinking. I hold a Master of Music Education and a Post-Baccalaureate in Education, and I've led professional development across districts, managed budgets and programs, and built inclusive learning environments. I value honesty, love of learning, fairness, and humility, and I strive to mentor others and adapt to changing circumstances to achieve positive outcomes for students and communities. I have created original compositions for wind ensemble and for jazz bands that have been performed at concerts and festivals. I use Finale music software for creating the original scores and playback along with audio software for recording and editing. Please feel free to give me a shout with your ideas, and I would love to help you achieve your musical goals.

Paul Graham

Hi, I'm Paul Graham, an Instrumental Music Education Specialist and Band Director with over 30 years of experience leading arts education programs and integrating technology to enhance learning. I design curricula, create engaging lessons, and use collaborative, interdisciplinary approaches to help students develop strong musicianship and critical thinking. I hold a Master of Music Education and a Post-Baccalaureate in Education, and I've led professional development across districts, managed budgets and programs, and built inclusive learning environments. I value honesty, love of learning, fairness, and humility, and I strive to mentor others and adapt to changing circumstances to achieve positive outcomes for students and communities. I have created original compositions for wind ensemble and for jazz bands that have been performed at concerts and festivals. I use Finale music software for creating the original scores and playback along with audio software for recording and editing. Please feel free to give me a shout with your ideas, and I would love to help you achieve your musical goals.

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Hi, I’m Paul Graham, an Instrumental Music Education Specialist and Band Director with over 30 years of experience leading arts education programs and integrating technology to enhance learning. I design curricula, create engaging lessons, and use collaborative, interdisciplinary approaches to help students develop strong musicianship and critical thinking.

I hold a Master of Music Education and a Post-Baccalaureate in Education, and I’ve led professional development across districts, managed budgets and programs, and built inclusive learning environments. I value honesty, love of learning, fairness, and humility, and I strive to mentor others and adapt to changing circumstances to achieve positive outcomes for students and communities.

I have created original compositions for wind ensemble and for jazz bands that have been performed at concerts and festivals. I use Finale music software for creating the original scores and playback along with audio software for recording and editing. Please feel free to give me a shout with your ideas, and I would love to help you achieve your musical goals.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Band Director at River East Transcona School Division
January 1, 2000 - February 1, 2025
Led division-wide professional development for music staff; directed instrumental ensembles across multiple concert bands and jazz programs; integrated information technology to enhance learning and supported staff PD.
Band Director at Mountain View School Division
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 2000
Collaborated with colleagues to assemble a jazz band, led the group to Canadian nationals, earning gold for performances.
Band Director at Garden Valley School Division
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1995
Coordinated equipment purchases and implemented a new band program at Parkland Elementary; developed divisional band activities and supported school-level music technology professional development on MIDI.

Education

Master of Music Education at Brandon University
January 11, 2030 - December 9, 2025
Advanced Instrumental Conducting Course at Manitoba Conservatory of Music & Arts
January 11, 2030 - December 9, 2025
Post Baccalaureate in Education, Music Education, Administration and Computers at University of Manitoba
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1995
Bachelor of Science in Music Education, Secondary Instrumental Music Education at University of Mary
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1988

Qualifications

Winnipeg Optimist Band Festival Commendation Award
January 11, 2030 - December 9, 2025
Gold adjudication at MusicFest Canadian Nationals
January 11, 2030 - December 9, 2025
Consistent high adjudications at Winnipeg Optimist Band Festival, Winnipeg Jazz Band Festival and Brandon Jazz Festival with invitations to MusicFest
January 11, 2030 - December 9, 2025
Respect in Sports certification
January 11, 2030 - December 9, 2025
Respect in Schools certification
January 11, 2030 - December 9, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services