Hello, I’m Dr. Ferman Felder. I’ve dedicated over five decades to education, experience, research, and study in the Music Business and the Business of Music. I’ve worn many hats—teacher, director, performer, mentor—and I bring a compassionate, collaborative approach to every project. I thrive on creating meaningful sonic experiences and guiding others with practical, real-world knowledge. Throughout my career I’ve served as a music director, educator, preacher, pastor, counselor, and public speaker. I value curiosity, integrity, and teamwork, and I remain committed to mentoring artists, shaping sound, and delivering high-quality musical outcomes across diverse settings.

Dr. Ferman Felder

Hello, I’m Dr. Ferman Felder. I’ve dedicated over five decades to education, experience, research, and study in the Music Business and the Business of Music. I’ve worn many hats—teacher, director, performer, mentor—and I bring a compassionate, collaborative approach to every project. I thrive on creating meaningful sonic experiences and guiding others with practical, real-world knowledge. Throughout my career I’ve served as a music director, educator, preacher, pastor, counselor, and public speaker. I value curiosity, integrity, and teamwork, and I remain committed to mentoring artists, shaping sound, and delivering high-quality musical outcomes across diverse settings.

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Hello, I’m Dr. Ferman Felder. I’ve dedicated over five decades to education, experience, research, and study in the Music Business and the Business of Music. I’ve worn many hats—teacher, director, performer, mentor—and I bring a compassionate, collaborative approach to every project. I thrive on creating meaningful sonic experiences and guiding others with practical, real-world knowledge.

Throughout my career I’ve served as a music director, educator, preacher, pastor, counselor, and public speaker. I value curiosity, integrity, and teamwork, and I remain committed to mentoring artists, shaping sound, and delivering high-quality musical outcomes across diverse settings.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Music Director at Young Artist Unlimited
January 1, 1985 - October 22, 2025
Directed and composed music for dance performances across genres.
Music Director / Assistant Engineer at Studio II Review
January 1, 1985 - October 22, 2025
Directed music and assisted engineering for Children’s TV show and live performances.
Musical Director at Musicor
January 1, 1986 - October 22, 2025
Edited music for bands and live performances.
Founder and Band Director at The Sounds of Peace and Love
January 1, 1989 - October 22, 2025
Founded a 12-piece musical unit and directed performances.
Private Music Teacher
January 1, 2000 - October 22, 2025
Taught individual instrumental instruction and music theory.
Band Director
January 1, 2003 - October 22, 2025
Instructed ensembles for concerts and worship; Peer Teacher, Pastor, Counselor, Chaplain/President of Vietnam Veterans of America, Band/Choir Director.
Youth Minister
January 1, 2010 - October 22, 2025
At-risk youth programs; tailored musical instruction for recitals and performances.
Preacher/Teacher/Music Minister at Various churches in the Philadelphia, PA area
January 1, 2006 - October 22, 2025
Served as preacher, teacher and music minister for multiple churches.
Inventory & Portable Equipment Technician at National Construction Rentals
January 1, 2010 - October 22, 2025
Kept inventory, repaired and cleaned portable pots.
Volunteer/ Public Speaker & Group Facilitator at Pro-Act/ Philadelphia Dept. of Human Behavior
January 1, 2015 - October 22, 2025
Administered volunteer services for adult mental health and drug addiction; public speaker at rehab homes and group facilitator.

Education

Orchestra & Arranging at Neupauer’s Conservatory of Music
January 1, 1983 - January 1, 1984
Doctorate of Theology at Christian Bible College
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1998
Problem Solving Techniques at Drexel University
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004
Drug & Alcohol Counseling Classes at Villanova University
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013
Theology Courses at Cairn University
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2024
Film Scoring Courses at Udemy
January 1, 2024 - October 22, 2025
Counseling & Neurotic Counseling at Institute of Neurotic Counseling
January 1, 2024 - October 22, 2025

Qualifications

Doctorate of Theology
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1998
Certificate in Drug & Alcohol Counseling
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013

Industry Experience

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