I am a 4th year music composition student at MacEwan University, with a passion of classical and jazz music. I enjoy freelance work as a composer, bringing creativity and dedication to all projects I undertake. My experience spans composing orchestral works, collaborative pieces, and teaching piano to children aged 4-12. People told me I am patient, creative, compassionate, have a great ear, and instinctual. My skills include proficiency in piano performance, music arrangement, and using scoring software like Finale, as well as DAWs, especially with MIDI. I am eager to continue growing professionally in music composition and related roles.…

Melody Lo

I am a 4th year music composition student at MacEwan University, with a passion of classical and jazz music. I enjoy freelance work as a composer, bringing creativity and dedication to all projects I undertake. My experience spans composing orchestral works, collaborative pieces, and teaching piano to children aged 4-12. People told me I am patient, creative, compassionate, have a great ear, and instinctual. My skills include proficiency in piano performance, music arrangement, and using scoring software like Finale, as well as DAWs, especially with MIDI. I am eager to continue growing professionally in music composition and related roles.…

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I am a 4th year music composition student at MacEwan University, with a passion of classical and jazz music. I enjoy freelance work as a composer, bringing creativity and dedication to all projects I undertake. My experience spans composing orchestral works, collaborative pieces, and teaching piano to children aged 4-12.

People told me I am patient, creative, compassionate, have a great ear, and instinctual. My skills include proficiency in piano performance, music arrangement, and using scoring software like Finale, as well as DAWs, especially with MIDI. I am eager to continue growing professionally in music composition and related roles.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Composing Music at Personal
September 1, 2020 - Present
Composed a 5-movement orchestral work titled "The Bird Suites" for chamber orchestra which premiered in summer 2023. Created compositions across varying genres, primarily classical and jazz, during university studies.
Collaborative Composer at Client-based
May 1, 2020 - August 1, 2023
Arranged music and collaboratively wrote several pieces. Played piano for recording demos. Proficient in using scoring software like Finale and digital audio workstations, particularly with MIDI.
Piano Teacher at Royal Music Academy
September 30, 2022 - March 31, 2023
Taught piano in a home-based school alongside other music instructors. Planned practicing routines and assisted children aged 4-12 with improving their piano skills.

Education

Bachelor of Music at MacEwan University
September 1, 2022 - August 18, 2025
High School Diploma at Brooks Composite High School
September 1, 2014 - June 30, 2017

Qualifications

RCM Grade 10 Piano Certificate
June 13, 2013 - June 14, 2014
Bachelor of Music
September 1, 2022 - June 1, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
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