About Eric P.
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Jazz Band Director
Aug, 2019 - PresentLakeside School
I teach the jazz band at the prestigious Lakeside School (school of Bill Gates and Paul Allen)
Instructor
Mar, 2010 - May, 2018Children's Music Workshop
I taught small group classes of elementary school-aged woodwind and brass players.
Director of Jazz Improvisation and Combos
Sep, 2006 - May, 2018Downey High School
I write curriculum for and directed the award-winning jazz combos and improvisation classes at Downey High School. During my tenure the Jazz Ensemble has won numerous Southern California jazz festivals and qualified for the prestigious Monterey Jazz Festival three times. In 2018 Downey High was selected by Downbeat Magazine as the most outstanding high school jazz ensemble in the USA!
Private Instructor
Jun, 2006 - Aug, 2013South Pasadena Music Center and Conservatory
I taught private clarinet and saxophone lessons at this wonderful conservatory before moving out of the area.
Education
BA Humanities With Emphasis In Music
Aug, 2002 - May, 2006University of Southern California
Awards
Winner Large Jazz Ensemble
Apr, 2018Downbeat Magazine
Affiliations
Jazz Education Network
Jul, 2015JEN 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.
Languages
English
Native Proficiency
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