I have been immersed in music since my childhood, starting to play the piano at just four years old. Over the past 35 years, I’ve dedicated my career to teaching and developing interdisciplinary arts programs that aim to make the arts accessible to all, especially those in underserved communities. My goal is to inspire the next generation through music and arts education, fostering creativity and cultural appreciation.

Tony Small

I have been immersed in music since my childhood, starting to play the piano at just four years old. Over the past 35 years, I’ve dedicated my career to teaching and developing interdisciplinary arts programs that aim to make the arts accessible to all, especially those in underserved communities. My goal is to inspire the next generation through music and arts education, fostering creativity and cultural appreciation.

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I have been immersed in music since my childhood, starting to play the piano at just four years old. Over the past 35 years, I’ve dedicated my career to teaching and developing interdisciplinary arts programs that aim to make the arts accessible to all, especially those in underserved communities. My goal is to inspire the next generation through music and arts education, fostering creativity and cultural appreciation.

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Experience Level

Work Experience

Music Educator at KIPP Afterschool Music Academy
April 1, 2023 - Present
Launched Baltimore's largest elementary school music program teaching over 1,000 students each year.
Arts Academy Director at Pallotti High School
August 1, 2021 - July 31, 2023
Created courses in chorus and interdisciplinary arts, securing funding and developing original curricula.
Regional Artistic & STEAM Director at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington
June 1, 2007 - July 31, 2021
Managed arts and STEM programming for over 15,000 youth, expanding outreach and partnerships.

Education

Professional Development Music Business Degree at Anderson University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
Graduate of Tony Award Winning BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Workshop Program at BMI
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008
Executive Program at National Arts Strategies, University of Penn
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017

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Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment