About Scott S.
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Teaching Artist
Sep, 2018 - PresentThe New York Pops
A drum and percussion specialist with residencies at multiple NYC middle and high schools assisting with the advancement of percussion abilities.
Percussion Teacher
Sep, 2017 - PresentThird Street Music Settlement
Coach of the Symphonic band and private teacher of a studio of 8 students.
Drumline Instructor
Sep, 2012 - PresentXaverian High School
Teach and train beginners to advanced students how to play as one in a drumline setting.
Private Teacher
Sep, 2004 - PresentMyself
Teaching privately. Age range from 8-40. Helped many students enter the middle school, high school and even college of their choice.
Percussion Coach
Sep, 2004 - May, 2018InterSchool Orchestras of New York
Coach for the Symphonic Band and Symphony Orchestra, Helped students learn and understand their part as well as playing with an ensemble. Annual performances at Alice Tully Hall, Carnegie Hall, Jazz At Lincoln Center.
Freelance Percussionist
Sep, 2004 - PresentMyself
Have gigged with over 25 orchestras including the Staten Island Philharmonic, Chelsea Symphony, Greenwich Village Orchestra, One World Symphony. Have played in over 100 musicals with troupes such as Harbor Lights, Gallery Players, Rockaway Theater, Narrows Community.
Head of Percussion
Jun, 2004 - Aug, 2013French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts
Coached Symphonic Band, Orchestra, Jazz Band. Taught private lessons to age 8-18 students. Established the first Percussion Ensemble at the camp. Played in over 12 pit orchestras a summer.
Education
Percussion performance
Sep, 2004 - May, 2006Brooklyn College
Affiliations
Percussive Arts Society, The
Jul, 2012We offer students and professionals opportunities to grow artistically and professionally. Students can learn have a music industry experience through the PAS Internship program or apply to receive a PAS scholarship or grant. Professionals can create new percussion programs or gain recognition through PAS grants and contests. Many individuals have significantly impacted the world of percussion through the Percussive Arts Society and they are recognized in our Hall of Fame and Awards pages.
Languages
English
Native Proficiency
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