Deon J.
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Beginner, Intermediate, AdvancedAbout Deon J.
I am a professional saxophonist with a degree in Music Education and Criminal Justice. I attended Grambling State University and Lane College I have performed with various ensembles: The World Famed Tiger Marching Band, University of Memphis Symphonic Ensemble. In the past, I have worked for the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, served as Head Band Director of Focus Academy of Dallas Texas and served as a Graduate Assistant of Texas Wesleyan Concert Ensemble.
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CEO
Jan 2018 - PresentUrban Dreams Music And Arts Program
Head Band Director, Music Department
Aug 2013 - May 2016Focus Learning Academy/ Triple A Academy
Started the first band program at the school consisting of 95 students in grades 4th-12th. Taught students how to play instruments that ranged from beginners to intermediate how to be proficient on their perspective instruments. Created a band constitution based off of the given by laws and rules of UIL.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Jan 2014 - May 2015Texas Wesleyan University
Music Appreciation, a course averaging 120 students per semester, covering the following topics: The foundation of reading and understanding music, Music History, Composition, Orchestration, and Counterpoint. • Developed quizzes, exams, and homework • Revised the syllabus to meet accreditation standards
Education
Doctorate in Higher Education Leadership
Jan 2016 - PresentTexas A&M University Commerce
Masters of Science in Higher Education
Aug 2013 - Aug 2015Texas A&M University Commerce
Bachelors of Arts in Music Education
Jul 2007 - Jul 2012Grambling State University
Languages
English
Fluent / Native Proficiency
Certifications
STATE OF TEXAS EC-12 MUSIC EDUCATION
Aug 2013TEA
Affiliations
Texas Music Educators Association
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