About Michael S.
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Army Musician
Jul, 2017 - Present392D Army Band Fort Lee, VA
United States Army Active Duty Component 392D Army Band Fort Lee, VA July 2017-Present ■ Perform musical missions with different Musical Performance Teams ranging from classical, traditional marches, and popular music to the community ■ Work with other members of my squad to ensure musical skills are up to date ■ Perform warrior task and battle drills in accordance with the Army Music Program
Army Musician 78th AG Army Band
Aug, 2016 - Jun, 201778th AG Army Band
United States Army (Reserve Component) 319th AG Army Band Fort Totten, NY/ 78th AG Army Band Fort Dix, NJ March 2013-Present ■ Perform musical missions with different Musical Performance Teams ranging from classical, traditional marches, and popular music to the community ■ Work with other members of my squad to ensure musical skills are up to date ■ Perform warrior task and battle drills in accordance with the Army Music Program
General Music Teacher
Sep, 2015 - PresentSayreville Public Schools
Full Time Instrumental Music Teacher Sayreville Public Schools Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School Parlin, NJ September 2016-Present Teach elementary general music to kindergarten-third grade (600 students weekly) Responsible for classroom music and putting together school wide concerts Facilitated use of music technology such as composition software, Garage Band and other apps so that students can create their own compositions and record their creations
Musician United States Army
Mar, 2013 - Aug, 2016319th AG Army Band
United States Army (Reserve Component) 319th AG Army Band Fort Totten, NY March 2013-Present ■ Perform musical missions with different Musical Performance Teams ranging from classical, traditional marches, and popular music to the community ■ Work with other members of my squad to ensure musical skills are up to date ■ Perform warrior task and battle drills in accordance with the Army Music Program
Music Teacher
Sep, 2003 - Oct, 2015Windsor Schools
The Windsor School of Pompton Lakes, NJ September 2003-October 2015 ▪ Teach music appreciation classes to kindergarten-twelfth grade ▪ Responsible for instrumental music lessons to woodwind, brass, percussion, strings, and vocal ▪ Assist with the drama department fall play and spring musical ▪ Implement curriculum aligned to the National Standards for Arts Education and the NJCCCS ▪ Appointed the head yearbook advisor 2006-2010 ▪ Assistant yearbook advisor 2005-06 ▪ Participated with the school-wide spelling bee as a judge ▪ Facilitated use of music technology such as composition software, Garage Band and other apps so that students can create their own compositions and record their creations
Performing Experience
Sep, 1996 - PresentVarious
▪ Over twenty years ranging from instrumental to vocal performance ▪ Performed with groups such as Pro-Arte Chorale to the Ridgewood Concert Band ▪ Marched with DCA drum and Bugle Corps such as New York Skyliners and Harrison Bushwackers ▪ Marched with parade corps Tappan Zee Bridgemen ▪ Perform as a freelance musician with various groups marching to concert ▪ Perform with the 319th AG Army Band “Statue of Liberty Band” ▪ Perform with the 78th AG Army Band ▪ Perform with the 392D Army Band
Education
Bachelors Music Education Concentration Tuba
Sep, 1996 - Aug, 2003Montclair State University
Certifications
New Jersey Standard Teaching License K-12
Jun, 2003Montclair State University
I am designated as a Highly Qualified Teacher in the State of New Jersey for teaching music grades K-12
Awards
John Phillip Sousa Award
Jun, 1996Ramsey High School
Bergen Scholarship
Aug, 1996Montclair State University
Affiliations
National Association for Music Education
Sep, 1996Founded 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.
National Education Association
Sep, 2015The National Education Association (NEA), the nation's largest professional employee organization, is committed to advancing the cause of public education. NEA's 3 million members work at every level of education—from pre-school to university graduate programs. NEA has affiliate organizations in every state and in more than 14,000 communities across the United States.
American Federation of Musicians
May, 2013A labor union representing professional musicians in the United States and Canada. Founding in 1896 as the successor to the "National League of Musicians," the AFM is the largest organization in the world representing the interests of professional musicians.
New Jersey Music Educators Association
Sep, 2003The mission of the New Jersey Music Educators Association is the advancement of music instruction in New Jersey's educational institutions at all levels that provide in-service and enrichment opportunities for practicing and retired teachers and prospective music educators, as well as sponsoring various festivals and all-state performing groups for K-12 students.
Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity of America
Apr, 1997Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity of America (also known as Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, Phi Mu Alpha, or simply Sinfonia) is an American collegiate social[1] fraternity for men with a special interest in music. The fraternity is open to men "who, through a love for music, can assist in the fulfillment of [its] Object and ideals either by adopting music as a profession, or by working to advance the cause of music in America."
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