Damian Garcia
Pianist
Austin,TX
Summary
Professional Musician with extensive performance experience and deep understanding of music theory, notation and history. Self-motivated with dedication and proven to work independently and collaboratively. Thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments. Business-minded and personable in consistently maintaining excellent communication and building productive relationships with diverse professionals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lead Pianist
First Babtist Church
Dripping Springs, TX
11.2021 - Current
- Consulted with directors and staff to determine placement of musical cues and coordinate artistic vision.
- Transposed pieces from one instrument to another and one key to another to accommodate client and musician preferences.
- Rewrote original scores to adapt to different musical genres and styles.
Instructor
Eastside Music School
Austin, TX
09.2021 - Current
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Used learning assessments to regularly monitor student understanding of class concepts and materials.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Created and implemented written and oral assessments.
Piano Instructor
Self-employeed
Austin, Texas
01.2008 - Current
- Established strong music foundation with students by incorporating basic music theory into weekly lessons.
- Conducted individual and group music lessons lasting from 30 to 60 minutes each.
- Arranged lessons to accommodate each student's unique goals and interests.
- Developed musical instruction with goal of end-of-term recital performance.
Education
Bachelor of Music - Jazz Studies
University of North Texas
Denton, TX 08.2012 - 05.2015
No Degree - Jazz Composition
Berklee College of Music
Boston, MA 08.2010 - 05.2011
No Degree - Piano Performance
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX 08.2008 - 05.2009
Skills
Musical notation reading
Arranging music
Stage Performance
Music theory expertise
Comprehensive knowledge of harmony
Timeline
Lead Pianist
First Babtist Church
11.2021 - Current
Instructor
Eastside Music School
09.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Music - Jazz Studies
University of North Texas
08.2012 - 05.2015
No Degree - Jazz Composition
Berklee College of Music
08.2010 - 05.2011
No Degree - Piano Performance
Texas State University
08.2008 - 05.2009
Piano Instructor
Self-employeed
01.2008 - Current