Education:
Doctor of Musical Arts in Trumpet Performance
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Conferred May 2012
Major Degree Requirements
? Three Solo Recitals
? One Chamber Music Recital
? One Lecture Recital
? DMA Dissertation: LANGUAGE AS A PERFORMANCE PARAMETER: THE MARCEL BITSCH VINGT ETUDES
Private Lessons
? Studied Trumpet in UK Trumpet Studio
? Private lesson with Robert Sullivan, Principal Trumpet of Cincinnati Symphony
? Private lesson with Vladislav Lavrick, Principal Trumpet Russian National Orchestra
Master of Music in Trumpet Performance
Bob Jones University
Greenville, SC
Conferred May 2008
Major Degree Projects
? Wind Literature and History Class: Developed Wind Ensemble Database
? Brass Literature Class: Developed Trumpet Method Database
? Brass Literature Class: Developed Trumpet Solo Database
? Brass Literature Class: Developed Trumpet Ensemble Database
? Solo Recital for degree
Bachelor of Music in Trumpet Performance
Bob Jones University
Greenville, SC
Conferred May 2006
Academics
? Cum Laude
? GPA 3.63
Lessons
? Studied Trumpet with Dan Kirsop
? Studied French Horn with Mark Frederick
Teaching Experience:
College Classroom Lecturer
Bob Jones University
Greenville, SC
August 2006-May 2008
? Music History 20th Century
? Schenkerian Analysis
? Basic Harmony
? Trumpet ensemble
? Trumpet methods
Brass Instructor
Distinct Music Studios
Greenville, SC
April 2008 – Present
? Teach Trumpet lessons
? Teach French Horn lessons
Greenville County Youth Orchestra Staff
Greenville, SC
April 2010 – Present
Gary Robinson, Artistic Director
Brass/Woodwinds Coach
? Oversee Philharmonic woodwind and brass section
? Lead Philharmonic woodwind and brass sectionals
? Conduct Philharmonic woodwind and brass playing exams
? Oversee Young Artist Orchestra's brass section
? Conduct Young artist woodwind and brass playing exams
? Listen to entrance auditions
? Offer seating recommendations upon request of the conductor
Rehearsal Director of Operations
? Direct rehearsal set up
? Direct tear down
? Assist the conductor as needed
Assistant to Dr. Robinson
? Direct video for Concerts
? Plan videography for concerts
Brass Instructor
Fountain Inn Arts Academy
Fountain Inn, SC
Jan 2011 – December 2012
? Teach private Trumpet lessons
? Teach private French Horn Lessons
Brass Instructor
Lakeview Middle School
Greenville, SC
March 2011-May 2011
? Assist the Band Director During Class teaching
? Prepare students for quizzes/tests
? Give private lessons
? Help maintain order in the classroom
Brass Instructor
Artios Academy
Greenville, SC
August 2012 – Present
? Teach private Trumpet lessons
? Teach private French Horn Lessons
? Supervise woodwind/brass instrument demonstrations
? Assist in whatever other ways are necessary
? Help organize personnel for special performances
? Perform for different fundraising events
Brass Instructor
Fine Arts Center of Easley
Greenville, SC
September 2013 – July 2014
? Teach private Trumpet lessons
? Teach private French Horn lessons
? Teach private Trombone lessons
? Teach private Euphonium lessons
? Teach private Tuba lessons
Band Director
CHEE
Powdersville, SC
September 2013 – Present
? Direct rehearsals for both the upper and lower bands
? Select music for concerts
? Arrange music
? Teach Private Lessons when needed
Performing Experience:
Artist of Trumpet/ Teacher
Duke Music Studio
Greenville, SC
August 2001-Present
Substitute/Extra Trumpet
Spartanburg Philharmonic
Spartanburg, SC
September 2005 – Present
Substitute Trumpet
Lexington Brass Band
Lexington, KY
September 2008-09
Pit Orchestra – Principal Trumpet
FIRE Theater
Fountain Inn, SC
September 2009 April
2012
Pit Orchestra – Principal Trumpet
South Carolina Children's Theater
Greenville, SC
September 2009-12
Substitute Trumpet
Greenville Heritage Textile Band
Greenville, SC
September 2010-Present
Principal Trumpet
Foothills Philharmonic
Greenville, SC
September 2010-Present
Principal Trumpet
Fountain Inn Symphony Orchestra
Fountain Inn, SC
September 2010-Present
Principal Trumpet
Greenville Light Opera Works
Greenville, SC
November 2010 – June 2012
Principal Trumpet
Foothills Philharmonic Brass
Quintet Greer, SC
November 2010-Present
Principal Trumpet
Pit Orchestra
Artios Theater
Greenville, SC
March 2012 – Present
Trumpet
Fountain Inn Symphony Brass Quintet
Fountain Inn, SC
August 2013 – Present
Scholarly Experience:
Curriculum Developed:
? Precollege Trumpet Lesson Curriculum
? Undergraduate Trumpet Studio Lesson Curriculum
? Masters Degree Trumpet Studio Lesson Curriculum
? Doctoral Degree Trumpet Studio Lesson Curriculum
? Developed Framework for Single Semester Brass Pedagogy Class
? Developed Framework for Two Semester Brass Literature Class
? Developed Framework for Trumpet History Class
Clinics/Lectures:
? Bob Jones University: Music Camp Trumpet Sectional, 2006
? Blue Ridge Middle: Trumpet Masterclass, September 2009
? Blue Ridge High: Trumpet Masterclass, September 2009
? Southside High: Performance Masterclass, December 2009
? University of Kentucky: Marcel Bitsch Vingt Etudes Lecture, April 2011
? Bob Jones University: Marcel Bitsch Vingt Etudes Lecture, April 2012
? Our Lady of the Rosary, instrument demonstration, October 2012
? Prince of Peace, instrument demonstration, October 2012
? St. Paul of the Apostle, instrument demonstration, October 2012
? Our Lady of Peace, instrument demonstration, October 2012
? Clarinet Masterclass, Sevier Middle, October 2014
? Trumpet Day, Sevier Middle, October 2014
? Trumpet Masterclasses, Lakeview Middle, November 2014
? Orchestra Clinic, Greer Cultural Arts Council Arts Camp, June 2015
? Orchestra Clinic, Greer Cultural Arts Council Arts Camp, July 2015
? Orchestra Clinic, City of Greer Day Camps, July 2015
Professional Memberships:
? International Trumpet Guild Student Membership: 2002 2014
? Journal of the American Musicological Society: 2006 2007
? Society for Music Theory: 2006 2007
? International Horn Society: 2006 2010
? Bob Jones University Alumni Association Lifetime Member: 2011
Discography:
? Lost in Love, Wonder, Praise
? A Strong Tower
? Sing to the Lord
? Supplemental CD Doctoral Dissertation
Publications:
? Program Notes for Foothills Philharmonic Chamber Concert 2011
? Program Notes for Fountain Symphony Inn Orchestra Dvorak Concert 2012
? Doctoral Dissertation, UKnowledge 2012
? Program Notes for Fountain Inn Symphony Orchestra October Concert 2012
? Doctoral Dissertation, ProQuest 2013
? Program Notes for Foothills Philharmonic Chamber Concert 2013
? Program Notes for Fountain Inn Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert – 2013
? Program Notes for Fountain Inn Symphony Orchestra Chamberworks I Concert – Fall 2013
? Program Notes for Foothills Philharmonic Stories of Love Concert – 2013
? Program Notes for Fountain Inn Symphony Orchestra Masterworks I Concert – Fall 2013
? Program Notes for Fountain Inn Symphony Orchestra Chamberworks II Concert – Spring 2014
? Program Notes for Fountain Inn Symphony Orchestra Masterworks II Concert – Spring 2014
? Program Notes for Fountain Inn Symphony Orchestra Masterworks III Concert – Spring 2014
? Program Notes for Foothills Philharmonic Masterworks I Concert – Fall 2014
? Program Notes for Foothills Philharmonic Masterworks II Concert – Fall 2014
? Program Notes for Fountain Inn Symphony Orchestra Chamberworks I Concert – Fall 2014
? Program Notes for Fountain Inn Symphony Orchestra Masterworks I Concert – Fall 2014
? Program Notes for Fountain Inn Symphony Orchestra Chamberworks II Concert Spring 2015
? Program Notes for Fountain Inn Symphony Orchestra Masterworks II Concert Spring 2015
? Program Notes for Fountain Inn Symphony Orchestra Masterworks III Concert Spring 2015
? Program Notes for Fountain Inn Symphony Orchestra Masterworks II Concert Fall 2015
Languages Studied:
? German (Proficient)
? Ancient Greek (reading knowledge)
? French (Rudimentary Knowledge for singing purposes)
? Polish (Rudimentary Knowledge for singing purposes)
? Russian (Rudimentary Knowledge for singing purposes)
? Slovak (Rudimentary Knowledge for singing purposes)
? Lithuanian (Rudimentary Knowledge for singing purposes)
? Spanish (Rudimentary Knowledge for singing purposes)
? Italian (Rudimentary Knowledge for singing purposes)
Honors and Major Performing Opportunities:
Tours:
? Bob Jones University Wind Band Midwest Tours 2002, 2004, 2006
? Bob Jones University SCMEA Tour 2003
? Bob Jones University Concert Band School Tours – 2005, 2006, 2007
? Bob Jones University Trumpet Ensemble Church Tours – 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
? Bob Jones University Trumpet Ensemble Hospital Tours – 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007
? Central America Mission Team: Central American Tour 2003
? Bob Jones University Brass Choir Tour 2004, 2006, 2008
? Musical Mission Team: European Tour 2004, 2005, 2008
? South Carolina Collegiate Honor Band Principal Trumpet – 2007
? University of Kentucky Trumpet Ensemble Performance, West Carolina Trumpet Festival 2009
? International Honors Wind Ensemble Performance, Avery Fisher Hall 2009
? University of Kentucky Trumpet Ensemble Performance, ITG Conference 2009
Awards:
Performing:
o Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra: Outstanding musician of the year 2002
o Bob Jones University Commencement Competition Finalist 2003
o Bob Jones University Commencement Competition Semifinalist 2004, 2005, 2006
o Bernhardt House of Violins and GAMAC Concerto Competition Finalist 2006
o South Carolina MTNA Brass Solo Division Winner – 2007
Scholarships:
o Kentucky Graduate Scholarship Recipient 2008
o University of Kentucky Wind Ensemble Scholarship – 2008
Academic:
o Dean’s List, all four years undergrad
o Graduate Cum Laude 2006
o Inducted as member of Golden Key Honor Society 2010
o Nominee for Golden Key's ISLP Program – 2010
Grants:
o SC Arts Commission Grant, Foothills Philharmonic – 2013
o MAC Fall Grant, Foothills Philharmonic – 2013
o MAC Spring Grant, Foothills Philharmonic – 2014
o MAC Fall Grant, Foothills Philharmonic 2014
o Walmart Community Foundation Grant, Foothills Philharmonic2014
o SC Arts Commission Grant, Foothills Philharmonic 2015
o Lawton Team Sponsorship, Foothills Philharmonic 2015
o BMW Sponsorship, Foothills Philharmonic 2015
o Graham Foundation, Foothills Philharmonic 2015
o MAC Fall Grant, Foothills Philharmonic 2015
Significant Appearances as Soloist:
2005
Soloist, Blessed Assurance, MMT European Concert Tour
Soloist, Trumpet Shall Sound Bob Jones University
Soloist, Jauchzet Gott in Allen Landen, Bob Jones University
Senior Solo Recital, Bob Jones University
Soloist, Bob Jones University Vespers
Regular Church Soloist, Mount Calvary Baptist
2006
Soloist, Let the Bright Seraphim – Bob Jones University VPC
Soloist, Bob Jones University Graduate Chapel
Regular Church Soloist, Mount Calvary Baptist
2007
World Premiere: Bastian Trumpet Sonata
Regular Church Soloist, Mount Calvary Baptist
2008
World Premiere: Turner Dukeing it Out
Masters Degree Solo Recital, Bob Jones University
Regular Church Soloist, Mount Calvary Baptist
2009
Doctoral Solo Recital, University of Kentucky
Doctoral Chamber Recital, University of Kentucky
Guest Solo Recital, New Jersey
Guest Recital, Bob Jones University
Guest Recital, Bob Jones University
Doctoral Solo Recital, University of Kentucky
Guest Soloist, Southside High Concert
Regular Church Soloist, Mount Calvary Baptist
2010
Doctoral Solo Recital, University of Kentucky
Guest Solo Recital, Iowa
Guest Soloist, Laurens FUM
Soloist on Brandenburg Concerto #2 with the Fountain Inn Orchestra
Regular Church Soloist, Mount Calvary Baptist
2011
Guest Solo Recital, Charlotte
Guest Performer, Fountain Inn Music Society
Guest Soloist, Laurens FUM
Regular Church Soloist, Mount Calvary Baptist
2012
Soloist, Fountain Inn Orchestra Summer Series
Joint Recital with Dan Kirsop, Greenville, SC
Soloist, Artios’ Christmas Extravaganza
Guest Soloist, Laurens FUM
Regular Church Soloist, Mount Calvary Baptist
2013
Soloist, Fountain Inn Orchestra Summer Series
Guest Soloist, Laurens FUM
Soloist, Artios’ Christmas Extravaganza
Regular Church Soloist, Mount Calvary Baptist
2014
Soloist on Brandenburg Concerto #2 with the Foothills Philharmonic Orchestra
Guest Soloist, Laurens FUM
Regular Church Soloist, Mount Calvary Baptist
2015
Guest Soloist, Laurens FUM
Regular Church Soloist, Mount Calvary Baptist
2016
Guest Soloist, Laurens FUM
Regular Church Soloist, Mount Calvary Baptist
Administrative Experience:
Bob Jones University
Customer Service Representative
May 2006 – August 2008
? Answer customer service issues
? Work in the Print Shop
? Work in the Distribution Center
Ye Olde Piano Shoppe, LLC.
Business Office Manager
September 2008 – Present
? Oversee business offices day to day operations
? In charge of accounting
? In charge of Customer Service
? Handle marketing for Business
? Handle Payroll
? Take care of Human Resources issues
? Handle IT issues
? Handle Employee schedules
? Develop software/equipment as needed
? Develop Internal Reports
? Conduct Internal Audits
Achievements
? Set up Business Office email system
? Set up Quickbooks Online System
? Set up Insightly system
? Set up MailChimp System
? Set up Intranet
? Developed & Implemented all apps used by the business
? Created procedures & reports needed for collection of information
Fountain Inn Symphony Orchestra
Member, Advisory Council
September 2010 – September 2013
Education Director
January 2012 – July 2015
? Write Program Notes
? Do other necessary initiatives for the orchestra on the conductors behalf
Assistant to the conductor
January 2012 – Present
? Director of Operations
? Secure percussion equipment for concerts
? Setup orchestra for rehearsals/performances
? Supervise tear down, return of musical instruments
? Serve as personnel manager
? Contact musicians about various issues
? Find replacements when needed
? Assist conductor in administrative affairs
? Draft contracts
? Draft email announcements
? Make announcements at rehearsals when needed
? Continued previous responsibilities as educational director
Foothills Philharmonic
Member, Board of Directors
September 2012 – Present
? Attend Monthly board meetings
? Developed & Handled MailChimp Service for the Orchestra
? Handled Press Releases
President, Board of Directors
August 2013 – Present
? Oversee monthly board meetings
? Make executive decisions on the orchestra’s behalf
? Delegate tasks to personnel within the organization
? Write Grants
? Develop connections with other organizations/ individuals
? Pursue initiatives to grow the organization
? Supervise the different programs within the orchestra
Achievements as President
? Never had a year where the orchestra was in the red
? Instituted the highly successful Toys for Tots Drive
? Instituted Greer Food Drive
? Moved the performance venue to Greer First Baptist in the center of the city
? Moved performances to a larger facility at Riverside Baptist to accommodate the growth of the orchestra
? Oversaw multiple infrastructure upgrades
? Email Server Development
? MailChimp deployment
? QuickBooks Online deployment
? Insightly deployment
? Purchase of Trailer, music stands
? Creation of several volunteer staff positions
? Organizational Achievements
? Oversaw significant cost cutting measures during first year as President
? Oversaw the expansion of the orchestra's chamber group program
? Oversaw the creation of the orchestra's clinician program
? Oversaw the revamping/reorganization of the orchestra's publicity system
? Oversaw the revamping/reorganization of the orchestra's ad sales/sponsorship program
? Oversaw the restructuring the orchestra's approach to scheduling for the season/method of planning concert's & literature
? Began Capital campaign to purchase needed equipment for the orchestra. Currently have purchased
? New stands
? Trailer
Mount Calvary Baptist Church
Brass Coordinator
January 2016Present
? Direct brass quintet/sextet rehearsals
? Direct Brass Choir Rehearsals
? Schedule rehearsals/performances for each group
? Manage personnel for each group
? Correspond with Music director
? Select repertoire for both ensembles
South Carolina Trumpet Guild
Member, Executive Committee
September 2013 – Present
? Assist with publicity
? Help facilitate community relations