Hi, I’m Derek Young. I am a versatile pianist, composer, and musician with a strong background in performance, education, and production. I hold a Master of Music in Composition from Binghamton University and a Bachelor of Music in Music Technology from Mansfield University, graduating Magna Cum Laude. My career spans live performance, church music direction, academic instruction, and production work across Pennsylvania and New York. I love collaborating with vocalists and ensembles, accompanying choirs, directing church music programs, and bringing musical ideas to life through teaching and programming. I’m proficient with Pro Tools, Ableton Live, Sibelius, Adobe Audition, and other industry tools, and I’m always eager to take on new projects and challenges.

Derek Young

Hi, I’m Derek Young. I am a versatile pianist, composer, and musician with a strong background in performance, education, and production. I hold a Master of Music in Composition from Binghamton University and a Bachelor of Music in Music Technology from Mansfield University, graduating Magna Cum Laude. My career spans live performance, church music direction, academic instruction, and production work across Pennsylvania and New York. I love collaborating with vocalists and ensembles, accompanying choirs, directing church music programs, and bringing musical ideas to life through teaching and programming. I’m proficient with Pro Tools, Ableton Live, Sibelius, Adobe Audition, and other industry tools, and I’m always eager to take on new projects and challenges.

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Hi, I’m Derek Young. I am a versatile pianist, composer, and musician with a strong background in performance, education, and production. I hold a Master of Music in Composition from Binghamton University and a Bachelor of Music in Music Technology from Mansfield University, graduating Magna Cum Laude. My career spans live performance, church music direction, academic instruction, and production work across Pennsylvania and New York.

I love collaborating with vocalists and ensembles, accompanying choirs, directing church music programs, and bringing musical ideas to life through teaching and programming. I’m proficient with Pro Tools, Ableton Live, Sibelius, Adobe Audition, and other industry tools, and I’m always eager to take on new projects and challenges.

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Work Experience

Crew Musician at Oceania Insignia
December 1, 2023 - April 1, 2024
Performed with the Insignia Showband for pre-dinner and late sets. Accompanied shows and guest entertainers on piano.
Piano Accompanist at Binghamton University Music Department
August 1, 2022 - December 1, 2023
Accompanied Harpur Chorale and Chamber Singers on piano; Accompanied student singers in juries.
Music Director at Valley United Presbyterian Church
October 1, 2022 - December 1, 2023
Accompanied services on piano and organ; Prepared and directed music for the church choir; Prepared and directed music for special events.
Minister of Music at Holy Trinity Church
June 1, 2021 - October 1, 2022
Accompanied services on piano; Prepared and directed music for the church choir; Prepared and directed music for a praise band and special events.
Administrative Assistant at Moody & Associates
June 1, 2021 - December 1, 2023
Prepared notification packages and mailings for well landowners; Prepared and organized documents needed for water testings; Researched water/sewer projects.
Adjunct Professor at Binghamton University Music Department
August 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023
Taught Musicianship 3 and 4; Taught Fundamentals of Music; Led students in dictation, sight-singing, and theory training.
Teaching Assistant at Binghamton University Music Department
September 1, 2020 - May 1, 2021
Led audits for Musicianship 2, 3, and 4; Graded homework assignments, midterms, and finals; Worked in the Music Office, fulfilling tasks to help students and faculty.
Sound and Lighting Technician / Pianist at Hamilton-Gibson Productions
September 1, 2017 - May 1, 2019
Set up audio and light systems for shows; Accompanied choirs and productions on piano.
Live Sound Technician at AFM Productions
August 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Set up live bands for outdoor performances at Crawford County Fair; Sound engineered different types of live music.
Accompanist at St. James Episcopal Church
September 1, 2017 - May 1, 2019
Accompanied church services on piano; Assisted in setup of audio equipment.
Piano Instructor at Private Piano Lessons
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Gave piano lessons to a handful of different students (adults and children); Basic to advanced theory lessons and compositional assistance.
Piano Accompanist at Mansfield University
August 1, 2013 - Present
Accompanist for vocalists and instrumentalists for Mansfield University; Accompanist for an Elmira College theater class; Accompanist for musicals at Mansfield University, Canton High School, Ithaca High School; Accompanist at Binghamton University

Education

Master of Music in Composition at Binghamton University
August 1, 2019 - May 1, 2021
Bachelor of Music in Music Technology at Mansfield University
August 1, 2012 - December 1, 2016
High School Diploma at Sayre Area High School
January 1, 2012 - June 1, 2012

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Other