I'm a passionate musician and saxophonist with 10+ years of experience performing, touring and recording across a wide variety of genres including (but not limited to) jazz, funk, soul, pop, rock and metal. Over the years I've developed strong skills not only in music performance but also in producing, recording and composing, including working on video game soundtracks and sound design. I thrive in both studio and live performance environments and love collaborating with other artists! In addition to performance/production, I have also worked as a writer and interviewer covering music industry news and trends. I am also quite tech-savvy, with experience in graphic art production and video editing, which helps to bring creative projects to life.…

Scott Russell

I'm a passionate musician and saxophonist with 10+ years of experience performing, touring and recording across a wide variety of genres including (but not limited to) jazz, funk, soul, pop, rock and metal. Over the years I've developed strong skills not only in music performance but also in producing, recording and composing, including working on video game soundtracks and sound design. I thrive in both studio and live performance environments and love collaborating with other artists! In addition to performance/production, I have also worked as a writer and interviewer covering music industry news and trends. I am also quite tech-savvy, with experience in graphic art production and video editing, which helps to bring creative projects to life.…

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I’m a passionate musician and saxophonist with 10+ years of experience performing, touring and recording across a wide variety of genres including (but not limited to) jazz, funk, soul, pop, rock and metal. Over the years I’ve developed strong skills not only in music performance but also in producing, recording and composing, including working on video game soundtracks and sound design. I thrive in both studio and live performance environments and love collaborating with other artists!

In addition to performance/production, I have also worked as a writer and interviewer covering music industry news and trends. I am also quite tech-savvy, with experience in graphic art production and video editing, which helps to bring creative projects to life.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Session Musician at Various Acts
January 1, 2012 - June 7, 2024
Performed and toured extensively with a wide variety of artists across multiple styles including jazz, funk, soul, pop, rock, and metal / Played weekly paid gigs prior to COVID-19 including corporate functions, weddings, national tours, and festivals / Recorded several tracks and albums with different groups and contributed guitar, bass, keys, and vocals in addition to saxophone / Experienced performing in diverse settings from small bars to large orchestras and handled setup of musical equipment, booking management, and payments / Gained hands-on recording experience working alongside audio engineers and maintained practice and office spaces
Studio Assistant at Studio 57 - Taren Point
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Managed setup of PAs, speakers, microphones, drum kits, and equipment for nightly band performances / Answered phones to accept bookings and coordinated with artists for future rehearsals / Gained recording experience by working closely with audio engineers which aided in creating own music / Processed payments and maintained cleanliness of practice rooms, office, and bathroom
Saxophone Tutor at Peakhurst South Primary School
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2014
Taught and mentored children from grades 3 to 6 in music literacy and saxophone skills including playing and maintenance / Wrote regular progress reports for parents / Demonstrated patience and resilience working with group students
Content Writer at Kill Your Stereo / Amnplify
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2014
Published weekly album reviews and artist interviews, wrote daily news stories related to the music industry and business, prepared and edited video interviews independently / Stayed current with music trends and met deadlines consistently / Researched and promoted emerging artists and designed a personal website for self-published album reviews

Education

Bachelor of Contemporary Performance at Australian Institute of Music
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Diploma of Music Performance at Ultimo TAFE
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Gaming, Computers & Electronics, Retail, Software & Internet