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Accompanist
Feb, 2020 - PresentChurch of the Holy Family
Provide musical accompaniment for weekend liturgies, holidays, and special services, enriching the worship experience through color, sound, and musical line. Assist with weekly rehearsals of 30+ member choral ensemble and accompanying musicians both in-person and via Zoom when necessary. Select, rehearse, and perform appropriate solo scores for special community events. • Holy Acoustics (Instrumental Ensemble) • Holy Ringers (3-octave Schulmerich Handbell Choir) • Holy Family Schola (SATB Choral Ensemble)
Flutist
Sep, 2019 - PresentHampton Roads Metro Band
Coordinate with ensemble of 60+ to perform a repertoire of marches, classical music, patriotic scores, big band charts, contemporary compositions, popular tunes, and music from stage and screen throughout the Hampton Roads area.
Guest Flutist
Dec, 2017 - Dec, 2021St. Matthew Catholic Church
Enhance community events through increased instrumental depth in ensemble or as a soloist. Assist with seasonal rehearsals of 30+ member choral ensemble and accompanying musicians. • Celebration of Love (2019) • Night of the Father’s Love (An., 2017-2021)
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Jan, 2010 - PresentDeusa Flauta Music
INSTRUCTION Provide private music lessons for early-grades music students and beginning/intermediate flutists in a one-on-one setting, both online and in-person. Select appropriate music based on the level of each student and their individual learning style. Develop a strong professional relationship with each student to make the lessons both educational and enjoyable. Encourage consistent practice techniques and provide additional learning aids when necessary. COMPOSITION Compose original scores and develop arrangements for solo and small ensemble performance, with a focus on woodwind instruments. Develop and maintain web-based marketing through Arrange Me (formerly SMP Press). PERFORMANCE Select, rehearse, and perform appropriate solo scores for special events in the community, including multiple pre-recorded appearances on One World Music Radio. Enrich the experience through color, sound, and musical line. Provide musical accompaniment and/or vocals in ensemble as requested. MANAGEMENT Research, plan, and develop business plan. Maintain business bank account, payment processing, accounts payable and receivable, and taxes. Design and implement marketing and sales strategies, including social media and word-of-mouth initiatives. Select and purchase all instructional materials, and maintain a regular schedule of instrument repairs. Manage day-to-day operations, including lead generation, new client interviews, and appointment scheduling.
Accompanist
Dec, 2007 - Jan, 2020Catholic Church of St. Mark
Provided musical accompaniment for weekend liturgies, holidays, and special services, enriching the worship experience through color, sound, and musical line. Assisted with weekly rehearsals of 30+ member choral ensemble and accompanying musicians, serving as acting section leader as needed. Selected or composed, rehearsed, and performed appropriate solo scores for special community events. • Lessons & Carols (An., 2017-2019) • One Starry Night (An., 2015-2018) • Spread the Cheer (2014) • Carols at the Crèche (An., 2013-2015) • Liturgical Accompanist (2007-2020)
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Aug, 1999 - May, 2003Brenau University
Languages
English
Native Proficiency
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