Award-winning composer with experience writing music for professional orchestras and film scores.

Ian A. Frederick

Award-winning composer with experience writing music for professional orchestras and film scores.

Available to hire

Award-winning composer with experience writing music for professional orchestras and film scores.

Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Portuguese
Intermediate

Work Experience

Adjunct Professor at Sergio Arboleda University
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025
Taught Music Theory, Composition, and Electronic Music to undergraduate music majors; coordinated coursework and supervised student projects.
Graduate Student Instructor at University of Michigan
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Graduate teaching assistant for COMP 416/516/526 (Advanced Seminar in Electronic Music) and COMP 415/515 (Intro to Electronic Music); conducted weekly labs, delivered lectures, and collaborated with Dr. Erik Santos.
Adjunct Professor at Area Andina University
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015
Classes in Music Appreciation, Music Theory, Music Technology/Composition, Sound/Acoustics for animators; developed syllabus and led discussions.
Graduate Assistant at Ohio University
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012
Computer Skills for Musicians course (MUS 178/178A): taught basics of using computers for music tasks; trained students on Digital Performer and Finale.

Education

D.M.A. (Doctor of Musical Arts) in Music Composition at University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2020
M.M. in Music Composition at Ohio University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012
B.M. in Music Theory & Composition at Fundación Universitaria Juan N. Corpas, Bogotá, Colombia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010

Qualifications

Coursera Certificate: Introduction to Music Production
January 1, 2014 - February 10, 2026
Synthetis International Summer Course for Composers
January 1, 2015 - February 10, 2026
Free Improvisation Summer Course, Northwestern University
January 1, 2005 - February 10, 2026

Industry Experience

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