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Experienced music educator with 22 years of classroom experience. For the past 12 years I have also spent time as a coral director and a range for a church, producing orchestrated arrangements of hymns and anthems throughout the church calendar. Specialties are centered around orchestral composition, and arranging.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Music Department Manager / Director of Bands at Beechwood Middle School
July 1, 2019 - PresentLed procurement for instruments and materials to establish the music department at a newly opened facility, managing over $500,000 in new inventory. Collaborated with newly assembled faculty to enhance the overall quality of the music department, benefiting stakeholder engagement and satisfaction in productions. Implemented recruitment and retention initiatives to increase student participation, growing the program to over 120 students across multiple grade levels. Planned and coordinated large-scale events, including concerts, travel performances, and competitions.
Music Director at St. Peter's Lutheran Church
April 1, 2013 - PresentPlanned and directed rehearsals and performances for the Men's Choir. Managed budgets effectively, allocating resources to support various music department needs. Selected and arranged music for holiday performances and special events.
Middle School Band Director at Lexington Middle School
July 1, 2012 - June 30, 2019Produced consistently superior student performances and program growth. Designed and executed instructional and recruitment strategies that drove student engagement, achievement, and retention. Developed and mentored teaching interns entering the profession. Improved student achievement and performance by implementing innovative teaching resources, both digital and in-person.
District Director of Bands at York Comprehensive High School
July 1, 2008 - June 30, 2012Successfully revitalized the district band program, including installing a full instrumental curriculum vertically aligned for all grades 6-12. Managed public and private funding for the band program, annually near $200,000. Planned and executed large travel events for 160 students and parents.
Assistant Director of Bands at James F. Byrnes High School
July 1, 2004 - June 30, 2008Assisted in directing the high school band program.
Director of Bands at Florence Chapel Middle School
July 1, 2004 - June 30, 2008Directed the middle school band program.
Director of Bands at Berry Shoals Intermediate School
July 1, 2004 - June 30, 2008Directed the intermediate school band program.
Dean of Students at Furman University Summer Band and Orchestra Camp
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2009Dean of Students for Furman University Summer Band and Orchestra Camp.
Education
Bachelor of Music at Furman University
January 11, 2030 - February 1, 2002Master of Music Education at University of South Carolina
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2004Qualifications
Region 3 Honor Band Conductor
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008Concert Band Conductor, University of South Carolina Summer Band Camp
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008Clinician, Lancaster County Honor Band Clinic
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2001Dean of Students, Furman University Summer Band and Orchestra Camp
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2009Industry Experience
Education, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment
I was provided with a choral anthem featuring voices and keyboard, and had to arrange the string and flute parts for the ensemble.
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