About Arthur W.
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Professional Musician/Composer
Aug, 1985 - PresentSelf-Employed
Touring and recording saxophonist and composer/arranger. ASCAP member, with professional affiliations in JEN, NASA, NAFME, and other respected organizations. Performance credits with numerous internationally revered jazz, pop, and rock artists. Arranger of large jazz ensemble music for some of the top names in jazz, including Randy Brecker, Mike Mainieri, Christian McBride, Meshell Ndegeocello, Peter Erskine, James Carter, Robin Eubanks, and many others.
Education
Bachelor of Arts, Music
Aug, 1988 - May, 1997Emporia State University
Doctor of Musical Arts, Saxophone Performance
Aug, 2001 - May, 2004University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Master of Music, Jazz Pedagogy
Aug, 1997 - May, 2000West Virginia University
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College Music Society, The
Jan, 2000The College Music Society promotes music teaching and learning, musical creativity and expression, research and dialogue, and diversity and interdisciplinary interaction. A consortium of college, conservatory, university, and independent musicians and scholars interested in all disciplines of music, the Society provides leadership and serves as an agent of change by addressing concerns facing music in higher education.
American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers
Jan, 2014The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) is a membership association of more than 480,000 US composers, songwriters, lyricists and music publishers. The ASCAP is committed to nurturing music makers throughout their careers.
Jazz Education Network
Jan, 2010JEN was formed in 2008 to help bring together the jazz arts community. It hosts an annual conference with concerts presented by students and professionals, a student jazz festival, workshops, research presentations and an exhibition area with manufacturers, retailers, schools and other jazz related organizations. JEN also offers many educational programs, from an outreach program, to mentoring and scholarships.
National Association for Music Education
Jan, 2010Founded in 1907, NAfME is among the world’s largest arts education organizations. NAfME advocates at the local, state, and national levels; provides resources for teachers, parents, and administrators; hosts professional development events; and offers a variety of opportunities for students and teachers.
North American Saxophone Alliance
Jan, 2004The North American Saxophone Alliance is an organization made up of individuals who share a common interest in the saxophone. Members include professional performers, university professors, public school teachers, students of all levels, and others who have an interest in the saxophone. In addition to the Alliance's emphasis on disseminating information concerning the saxophone, the organization also works to provide opportunities for its members to make music, fostering fellowship among saxophone enthusiasts of all ages and backgrounds.
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