Experienced Professor of Music (retired) versed in all areas of instrumental music and all activities and teaching skills that serve my area of expertise. Possessing strengths in music education, conducting, marching band organization and production, beginning instrumental education, combining visual & performing arts, project & event organization, "last minute" assignments, music theory, music history, as well as music performance expertise as a trumpet player, percussion expert, guitarist, bass guitarist, popular music drummer, popular music vocal performance, popular music band leader/equipment manager. Seeking to utilize experience and knowledge to build long-term career in education. Pursuit of the above skills as a retired music educator bringing 39 years of educational and musical performance achievements in elementary school setting. Increased choral (Dos Palos High School & popular music ensembles), band participation by at least 75% (over my career) percent during past 39 years.. Excellent leadership skills and adaptability to younger music students' specific needs. Energetic Elementary Music Teacher with 4 years of experience, and continued study of primary education settings. Guided an estimated 150 elementary school choral groups and bands during previous 39 years. Strong motivation to share music appreciation, vocal and entry-level instrumental techniques with all types of students. Seasoned music teacher with 39 years of experience in instruction and performance and 55 years' experience as a professional musician. Accomplished in creating curriculum to prepare students for music examinations. Demonstrated leverage expertise to advance organizational goals and guide students towards excellence in musical performance. Innovative Art Instructor with extensive knowledge of "classic" and modern art, and integrating technology into classrooms while maintaining consistent developments in technology. Adept at managing up to 400 students between ages 8 to 80 while cultivating productive atmosphere. Successful at monitoring growth through creative assessments and creating detailed lesson plans. Motivated professional offering of high school diplomas and Associate of Art degrees in music. Adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal, and multitasking abilities. Meets tight deadlines every time. Results-focused musical professional with strength in instrumental music, program leadership, and related areas of study and production. Proactive leader with strengths in communication and collaboration. Proficient in leveraging music, technological expertise, and organizational knowledge to promote "cross-curriculum" learning. Adept at managing concurrent objectives to promote efficiency and influence positive outcomes. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Music education, with talent for music performance, and organizational skill. Strong knowledge of music education, performance, organization, and technological advancement. Communicative and team-oriented with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Apple Pages, Keynote, and Numbers, Amadeus music editing software, MuseScore music writing software, graphic arts, popular music (guitar, bass guitar, drums), music engineering, music composition, music arranging, and the ability to efficiently move from one are to another. Proven history of fostering participation to meet team, individual and management objectives. Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference. Hardworking and reliable musician with strong ability in office skills, individual music education, technological advancement and all tasks related to performing, organizing, and executing associated activities. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Outgoing student pursuing flexible part-time employment with weekend and evening shift options. Motivated music student seeking internship in music engineering and production, as well as academic studies focused on post-graduate music history studies. to gain hands-on experience. Outgoing and friendly with strong drive to succeed. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
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Selected Accomplishments
-Textbook editing
-Organizing fraternities
-Professional trumpet player since 1977
-Trumpet & Percussion soloist
-Orchestral conductor
-Jazz Vocalist
-Successful rock band leader
-Self-taught music engineer
-Self-taught marching band drill writer
-Self-taught composer using MuseScore software
-Creating custom arrangements for all musical ensembles
Selected Activities & Honors
Selected Awards and Honors
-CBDNA West/Northwest Bi-Annual Conference Reading Clinic Conductor
-CBDNA/ University of Colorado Conducting Symposium Conductor
-Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music Conducting Symposium Conductor
-University of Colorado, Graduate Assistantship
-ASDBA State Distinguished Band Director
-ASBDA Southwest Region Distinguished Band Director
CMEA State Conference Performance,
-Guest Conductor, Modesto Junior College Band
-Guest Conductor, Stanislaus Symphony
-Guest Conductor, Modesto Youth Symphony
-Who’s Who Among American Teachers
-Hall of Fame, Atwater High School Music Department
-J. Burton Vashé Academic Scholarship
-Outstanding Composition Award, CSU, Stanislaus
-Trumpet Soloist, Merced Symphony Orchestra
-Percussion Soloist, Merced Symphony Orchestra
-Trumpet Soloist, CSU, Stanislaus Wind Ensemble
-Outstanding Music Student, CSU, Stanislaus
-Honor Band Conductor-Fremont Schools
-Honor Band Conductor-Modesto City Schools
-Honor Band Conducor-Atwater Elementary School District
Selected Professional Afficiations
Selected Professional Affiliations-College Band Director's National Association
-National Conference Production Team, Boulder, CO
-CBDNA Regional Conference “New Literature” Conductor
-American School Band Director's Association (ASBDA)
-ASBDA Out-of-Print Music Committee
-Music Educators National Conference Member
-President, Collegiate MENC
-California Music Educator’s Association (CMEA)
-CMEA Festival Host
-CMEA Adjudicator
-CMEA Bay Section Board (2000)
-World Association of Symphonic Bands and Ensembles (WASBE)
-California Band Director’s Association (CBDNA)
CBDNA Honor Band Audition Team
-Contra Costa School District Honor Band Adjudication Team
-International Trumpet Guild
-Kappa Kappa Psi Band Fraternity (KKY) Life Member
-Diablo Valley College KKY Band Fraternity Sponsor
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