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Synthesizer with David D.

Prescott, Arizona

Teaches online
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate
Age: 5+
Speaks English, English
Teaching since 1981
Ph.D. Music Composition and Theory

    About David D.

    Greetings, My name is Dr. David D., a professional composer, engineer and educator. I have earned both a Bachelor and Master of Music Degrees from Indiana University, as well as a Ph.D. from The Union Institute and University. I have over 25 years experience teaching music at the elementary and secondary levels, as well as college/university.

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    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    2 PM-2:30 PM
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    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $15
    45 minutes
    $20
    60 minutes
    $30
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    Experience

    Instructor

    May, 2014 - Present

    Collins College

    Teach upper divisional Music Composition/Song writing and Advanced Synthesis/MIDI Use current MIDI and DAW software – incorporate recording, mixing and production techniques

    Adj. Professor

    May, 2004 - Present

    Yavapai College

    Teaching duties include web-based and classroom based Music Appreciation; Instructor in Applied Piano, Viola and Composition Designed a new on-line course in World Music; Directed the Yavapai College Vocal Ensemble, including two public concerts per semester; taught four levels of piano lab; Coordinate student recitals. Principal Violist, College Symphony; HQL committee member

    Composer/Engineer

    Jan, 1999 - Present

    Golden Hawk Music

    Maintain digital music studio; compose original works and arrangements. Composed, performed and recorded music scores for independent films; Design online courses for non-academic clients Maintain web site and internet presence; composed, recorded and produced CD

    Education

    Bachelor of Music

    May, 1975 - May, 1979

    Indiana University School of Music

    Ph.D. Music Composition and Theory

    Jul, 1988 - Dec, 1990

    The Union Institute and University

    Master of Music

    Aug, 1979 - Aug, 1981

    Indiana University School of Music

    Awards

    Festival of Music Orchestra competition

    May, 1994

    Festival of Music Orchestra competition

    Chandler Symphony Orchestra Arizona Composers Concert

    Jan, 2011

    Chandler Symphony Orchestra

    Affiliations

    American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers

    Jan, 1988

    The 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.

    Music Teachers National Association

    Jan, 1990

    The MTNA was founded in 1876 with the goal of advancing the value of music study and music-making to society while supporting the careers and professionalism of teachers of music. With nearly 22,000 members in 50 states—and more than 500 local affiliates—the MTNA is the preeminent source for music teacher support, where members embody like-minded values and commitment to their students, colleagues and society as a whole, while reaping the rewards of collaboration, continuity and connection throughout the lifetime of their careers.

    Languages

    English

    Native Proficiency

    English

    Native Proficiency

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