Organist resume example with 8+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA94105(555) 432-1000, resumesample@example.com
Summary
Exceptional keyboardist with over 18 years in performing arts in the United States. Superb memorization and improvisational skills. Seasoned Band leader and Arranger. Skillfully balances maintaining discipline with genuine warmth during rehearsals. Composes and performs in many musical genres and styles.
Highlights
Broad rhythmic and metric range
Strong improvising ability
Expressive
Poised
Specialty in Jazz, R&B, Gospel, Cocktail Piano
Memorization expert
Music theory knowledge
Broad range of musical styles
Strong attention to detail
Transposition
Special events performances
Skills
Versatile
Music teacher
Perfect pitch
Talented accompanist
Extensive and varied repertoire
Comprehensive knowledge of harmony and theory
Outgoing and friendly
Dedicated
Marching band member
Focused
Extensive performance background
Flexible
Professional Experience
07/2013 to Organist Beaulahland Bible Church | City, STATE,
Played a variety of music with a broad stylistic range and improvisatorial flexibility.
Played benefit concerts to support youth music programs for Macon Youth Symphony
Transcribed musical compositions to adapt them for a particular ensemble.
Performed in front of live audiences on television and as part of theatrical productions.
Performed with orchestras, symphonies, choirs, and bands.
Played organ for a variety of religious services.
Provided accompaniment for church choirs and other musicians participating in worship.
01/2011 to 07/2013Organist, Keyboardist, Director of InstrumentsMacedonia Baptist Church | City, STATE,
Interpreted and modified music to personalize performances for various groups, choirs, and artists.
Studied scores at length to learn music in detail and develop suitable interpretations.
Positioned members within the ensemble to obtain balance among instrumental and vocal sections.
Arranged musical selections to achieve a particular musical style.
Sight-read musical parts during initial rehearsals.
Transposed music to alternate keys with speed and accuracy.
Participated in and organized concerts and programs for the church.
Specialized in both classical and contemporary music.
Collaborated with the dance department in selecting music for choreography projects.
Composed and arranged original songs.
2008 to 11/2010Organist, Keyboardist Central Union Baptist Church | City, STATE,
Selected music carefully in order to achieve a balance of musical styles on the program.
Watched conductor closely for cues and directions.
Conducted the ensemble at rehearsals and during both live and recorded performances.
Arranged musical compositions to achieve a particular musical style.
Positioned members within the ensemble to obtain balance among instrumental and vocal sections.
Sight-read musical parts during initial rehearsals.
Met with soloists to discuss and prepare for performances.
Transposed music to alternate keys with speed and accuracy.
Planned and organized concerts and programs for the church.
Specialized in both classical and contemporary music.
2005 to 10/2007KeyboardistStone Creek Baptist Church | City, STATE,
Interpreted and modified music to personalize performances.
Conducted the ensemble at rehearsals and during both live and recorded performances.
Positioned members within the ensemble to obtain balance among instrumental and vocal sections.
Arranged musical compositions to achieve a particular musical style.
Met with soloists to discuss and prepare for performances.
Sight-read musical parts during initial rehearsals.
Transposed music to alternate keys with speed and accuracy.
Planned and organized concerts and programs for the church.
Specialized in both classical and contemporary music.
Education
Expected in May 2008Bachelor of Arts | Music Performance (Piano)The Fort Valley State University, Fort Valley, GAGPA:
Related Course Work: choral conducting, piano accompaniment, marching band, symphonic band, jazz band, chorus, male glee club
Student Teaching - January 2008-May 2008
Fort Valley Middle School – Fort Valley, GA
Conducted and directed the 7th and 8th Grade Band and Chorus at the Fort Valley Middle School's Annual Black History Concert
Assisted Mr. Darren Johnson, Peach County High School Symphonic Band Director
Student Taught 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Band in the absence of supervising teacher for more than 9 weeks during student teaching and field experience from January to May of 2008.
Studied scores at length to learn music in detail and develop suitable interpretations.
Practiced Piano and Organ at least 6 days a week to maintain and improve technical skills.
Selected music carefully in order to achieve a balance of musical styles on the program.
Performed at an average of 25 events per month, including special functions, rehearsals and recordings.
Watched conductor closely for cues and directions.
Conducted the ensemble at rehearsals and during both live and recorded performances.
Transposed music to alternate keys with speed and accuracy.
Specialized in both classical and contemporary music.
Expected in Non-Degree Teaching Certificate Program | Instrumental Music EducationGeorgia State University, Atlanta, GAGPA:
Student Conductor at Dodgen Middle School (Marietta, GA), December 2012
Student Conductor at McEachern High School (Powder Springs, GA), March 2013
Part-Time Student Teaching and Practicum Experience at Sutton Middle School (Atlanta, GA), August to December 2013
Will complete teacher certification in Fall 2014
Accomplishments
Awarded the Community Service Award in February 2001, 2003 by Hubbard Alumni Association.
Awarded third place at the Margaret Guthman Keyboard Competition in Atlanta, Georgia in 2007.
Received the 2004 Award for Outstanding Community Service by the Ebony Civic & Social Club in Forsyth, Georgia.
Awarded the Mary Persons High School Best All-Around Musician Award in April, 2001.
Awarded the Louis Armstrong Jazz Band Award in April, 2000 and 2003 at Mary Persons High School.
Performed alongside well-known musicians, including Najee, Lee Williams & the Spiritual Q'C's, Vashawn Mitchell, Bishop Paul S. Morton, Clarence Carter, Bishop J.D. Means
Completed a master class with Kevin Bales, Jazz Pianist in 2008.
Performed for Comedian Sheryl Underwood and the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority in 2012
Work History
01/2014 to Chassis AssemblyBlue Bird Body Company | Fort Valley, GA
2010 to 03/2011Inventory Control/CashierWal Mart #907 | Forsyth, GA
04/2006 to 07/2006Blower Coil AssemblyTrane Manufacturing Company | Forsyth, GA
05/2006 to 05/2006FAME Camp AssistantFort Valley State University | Fort Valley, GA
03/2001 to 07/2001Grill Operation, CookMcDonald's | Forsyth, GA
02/2001 to 04/2001Courtesy ClerkIngle's Grocery | Forsyth, GA
Affiliations
Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, National Music Fraternity, Inc.
Forsyth Lodge #425, Prince Hall Masonry
Fort Valley State University National Alumni Association
Fort Valley State University Band Alumni
Gospel Music Workshop of America (GMWA), Macon Chapter
Community Service
Classroom Aide, Accompanist for Chorus - Southwest High School, Macon 2012-Present
Arranger, Drill Writer, Staff Personnel - Fort Valley State University "Blue Machine" Marching Band - 2011-2013
Middle Georgia Community Food Bank, Macon - 2012-2013
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