I am an accomplished musician, music producer, and bandleader with over 15 years of global experience across the UAE and Asia. I have a proven track record of performing in 5-star venues, leading ensembles, and delivering exceptional live entertainment. I hold a Master’s degree in Entertainment Business and excel in music performance, production, and education. Currently based in Dubai, I perform nightly at luxury restaurants and hotels, adapting and arranging music to suit diverse audiences. I also provide personalized piano lessons, focusing on classical, contemporary, and music theory, fostering creativity and confidence in my students.

Jermaine DeShields

I am an accomplished musician, music producer, and bandleader with over 15 years of global experience across the UAE and Asia. I have a proven track record of performing in 5-star venues, leading ensembles, and delivering exceptional live entertainment. I hold a Master’s degree in Entertainment Business and excel in music performance, production, and education. Currently based in Dubai, I perform nightly at luxury restaurants and hotels, adapting and arranging music to suit diverse audiences. I also provide personalized piano lessons, focusing on classical, contemporary, and music theory, fostering creativity and confidence in my students.

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I am an accomplished musician, music producer, and bandleader with over 15 years of global experience across the UAE and Asia. I have a proven track record of performing in 5-star venues, leading ensembles, and delivering exceptional live entertainment. I hold a Master’s degree in Entertainment Business and excel in music performance, production, and education.

Currently based in Dubai, I perform nightly at luxury restaurants and hotels, adapting and arranging music to suit diverse audiences. I also provide personalized piano lessons, focusing on classical, contemporary, and music theory, fostering creativity and confidence in my students.

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Work Experience

Professional Musician (Pianist) at Solutions Leisure Group
November 1, 2019 - Present
Perform nightly at luxury restaurants and hotels across Dubai, adapting, arranging, and improvising music to suit diverse audiences and atmospheres. Maintain peak performance standards through regular practice and musical development.
Bandleader & Professional Musician (Pianist) at El-live Productions
October 31, 2019 - August 7, 2025
Led live bands at luxury venues across Thailand, Vietnam, and China. Designed set lists to balance musical genres and maximize audience engagement. Oversaw rehearsal schedules and managed interpersonal band dynamics.
Musician & Educator at Antioch AME Church
June 30, 2012 - August 7, 2025
Taught musical fundamentals to vocalists and instrumentalists. Managed sound engineering and live audio mixing during services. Arranged and performed gospel music to enhance church worship experience.
Private Piano Instructor at Self-Employed
January 1, 2020 - Present
Provide personalized piano lessons to students of all ages and skill levels, focusing on classical, contemporary, and music theory fundamentals. Integrate production and composition skills to broaden student creativity. Known for a warm, adaptable teaching style that builds confidence and skill.
Professional Musician (Pianist) at Solutions Leisure Group
November 1, 2019 - Present
Perform nightly at luxury restaurants and hotels across Dubai. Adapt, arrange, and improvise music to suit diverse audiences and atmospheres. Maintain peak performance standards through regular practice and musical development.
Bandleader & Professional Musician (Pianist) at El-live Productions
October 31, 2019 - August 7, 2025
Led live bands at luxury venues across Thailand, Vietnam, and China. Designed set lists to balance musical genres and maximize audience engagement. Oversaw rehearsal schedules and managed interpersonal band dynamics.
Musician & Educator at Antioch AME Church
June 30, 2012 - August 7, 2025
Taught musical fundamentals to vocalists and instrumentalists. Managed sound engineering and live audio mixing during services. Arranged and performed gospel music to enhance the church worship experience.
Private Piano Instructor at Piano Instruction & Music Education
January 1, 2020 - Present
Provide personalized piano lessons to students of all ages and skill levels, both online and in-person in Dubai and Sharjah. Focus on classical, contemporary, and music theory fundamentals. Integrate production and composition skills to broaden student creativity. Known for a warm, adaptable teaching style that builds confidence and skill.

Education

Master of Science in Entertainment Business at Full Sail University
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Bachelor of Arts in Music Technology at Bethune-Cookman University
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Master of Science in Entertainment Business at Full Sail University
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Bachelor of Arts in Music Technology at Bethune-Cookman University
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Travel & Hospitality