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Summary
I belong and sing with two professional choirs
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I belong and sing with two professional choirs
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Carol Scruggs

Carol Scruggs

Parkville,MD

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Accomplished Organist with background performing for both religious and secular needs. Knowledgeable about selecting music, setting pace and accompanying groups and soloists. Plays pianos and keyboards in addition to organs. Personable Musician offering [58] years of successful performances, including church services, weddings, funerals and special events. Collaborative and dedicated with solid work ethic. Talented Musician with expertise in multiple instruments and [58] years of experience. Selects music, coordinates practices and maintains equipment in good working order. Superb memorization and improvisational skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Passionate about drawing people closer to God by choosing the best music and worship programs to fit church standards. Work with senior pastor and other leadership to adapt programs and convey messages.

Overview

58
58
years of professional experience
1
1
Language

Work History

Church Organist

Cherry Hill Presbyterian Church
2013.04 - Current

Rehearsed choir and conducted warm-up before services.
Provided inspiring and motivational music ministry during worship services, programs, and events to uplift, encourage, and entertain people with positive messages and values.
Engaged congregation through musical worship experience by spreading vitality.
Evaluated performance feedback from the congregation and made necessary adjustments to improve overall satisfaction with church music offerings.
Enhanced worship experience by skillfully playing various musical instruments during services.
Worked closely with pastoral staff to select appropriate music that supported sermon themes and liturgical seasons.
Developed an extensive repertoire of hymns, anthems, and other sacred music pieces to accommodate diverse church services.

  • Selected and arranged music for 4-holiday performances and special events.

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Minister of Music

MT. ZION BAPTIST CHURCH (FULL TIME) REV.MARK RIDDIX JR.
2007.07 - 2013.03
  • Evaluated performance feedback from the congregation and made necessary adjustments to improve overall satisfaction with church music offerings.
  • Enhanced worship experience by skillfully playing various musical instruments during services.
  • Worked closely with pastoral staff to select appropriate music that supported sermon themes and liturgical seasons.
  • Collaborated with the choir and other musicians to create a cohesive and harmonious sound during performances.
  • Rehearsed choir and conducted warm-up before services.
  • Selected and arranged music for 4-holiday performances and special events.

Minister of Music

OAK STREET A.M.E. CHURCH (PART TIME) (REV. RICHARD.GREENE
2000.05 - 2007.07
  • Bridged generational and cultural differences by selecting a balance of musical styles for every service and presenting spiritual context.
  • Provided pastoral care to members of the music ministry team, offering support during personal or spiritual struggles.
  • It introduced contemporary worship styles alongside traditional hymns, creating an engaging atmosphere that appealed to a broader range of congregants.
  • Rehearsed choir and conducted warm-up before services.
  • Implemented effective rehearsal schedules that maximized productivity while respecting participants'' time commitments.
  • Selected and arranged music for 4-holiday performances and special events.
  • Planned, organized, and led music ministry during worship service by motivating congregational participation and providing direction to choir members and musicians.
  • Provided pastoral care to members of the music ministry team, offering support during personal or spiritual struggle.

Church Musician

Christ Disciples Church
2000.06 - 2000.08
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Improved congregational participation in worship by introducing new songs that resonated with different age groups.

Church Musician

St. Stevens A.M.E. Church (Rev Shortie Gray)
2000.04 - 2000.06
  • Enhanced worship experience by skillfully playing various musical instruments during services.
  • Worked closely with pastoral staff to select appropriate music that supported sermon themes and liturgical seasons.
  • Developed an extensive repertoire of hymns, anthems, and other sacred music pieces to accommodate diverse church services.
  • Planned and coordinated special events such as Christmas concerts or Easter programs, creating engaging musical experiences for attendees.
  • Selected and arranged music for 1 holiday performances and special events.

Church Organist

Nehemiah Full Gospel Church/S.W. B & SOUTHWEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
1995.03 - 1998.08
  • Expanded musical repertoire through exploration of diverse genres, styles, and techniques.
  • Specialized in both classical and contemporary music.
  • Selected music carefully to achieve a balance of musical styles in the program.
  • Practiced singing exercises and studied with vocal coaches to develop my voice and rehearse for upcoming roles.
  • Organized music library efficiently, allowing for easy access to sheet music when needed.
  • Developed strong sight-reading skills to adapt quickly to new pieces and accommodate last-minute changes.

Church Musician

Christ Institutional Church of Christ & Radio Choir
1993.11 - 1995.02

Radio Choir

  • Performed in [36] shows.

Church Musician

Hemingway Temple
1992.09 - 1993.09
  • Expanded musical repertoire through exploration of diverse genres, styles, and techniques.
  • Specialized in both classical and contemporary music.
  • Selected music carefully to achieve a balance of musical styles in theprogram.
  • Practiced singing exercises and studied with vocal coaches to develop voice and rehearse for upcoming roles.
  • Collaborated with choir director to prepare and accompany choirs, resulting in improved choral performances.
  • Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by incorporating diverse styles of sacred music that appealed to all generations within the congregation.

Church Organist

Suburban Mass Choirs (Affiliated with James Cleveland Workshop Choir)
1992.05 - 1992.06
  • Enhanced congregation experience by selecting and performing appropriate organ music for weekly services.
  • Collaborated with choir director to prepare and accompany choirs, resulting in improved choral performances.
  • Stayed current with industry trends through professional development opportunities like conferences, webinars, and workshops.

Church Pianist

Royal Light Baptist
1991.12 - 1992.01

Pianist

  • Encouraged congregants to participate in worship by leading responsive hymns and familiar songs.
  • Performed at weddings, funerals, and other milestone events within the congregation, creating a meaningful and personal atmosphere for attendees.

Church Organist

Macedonia Interdenominational Church
1991.04 - 1991.06
  • Organist for a short tenure

Church Organist

Christ Institutional Church of Christ
1988.05 - 1991.03

Pianist and organist

Musician

St. Stephens A.M.E. Church (REV. GRAY)
1986.11 - 1988.11
  • Enhanced worship experience by skillfully playing various musical instruments during services.
  • Evaluated performance feedback from the congregation and made necessary adjustments to improve overall satisfaction with church music offerings.
  • Worked closely with pastoral staff to select appropriate music that supported sermon themes and liturgical seasons.
  • Developed an extensive repertoire of hymns, anthems, and other sacred music pieces to accommodate diverse church services.
  • Collaborated with the choir and other musicians to create a cohesive and harmonious sound during performances.
  • Kept abreast of new developments in sacred music through workshops, conferences, and professional networking opportunities.

Musician

St. Stephens A.M.E. Church (REV.F. MURPH.)
1985.03 - 1987.03
  • Expanded musical repertoire through exploration of diverse genres, styles, and techniques.
  • Collaborated with fellow musicians for seamless performances and increased audience engagement.
  • Scheduled rehearsals with other musicians and choirs.
  • Produced and recorded studio albums for various musical acts and genres.
  • Specialized in both classical and contemporary music.

Church Musician

Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church (REV. OLIN P. MOYD)
1984.11 - 1985.02

Provided music for all services

  • Enhanced worship experience by skillfully playing various musical instruments during services.
  • Worked closely with pastoral staff to select appropriate music that supported sermon themes and liturgical seasons.
  • Developed an extensive repertoire of hymns, anthems, and other sacred music pieces to accommodate diverse church services.

Minister of Music

Payne Memorial A.M.E. Church (REV. W.P. MITCHELL)
1966.10 - 1984.04
  • Managed music library, maintaining an organized system for easy access to sheet music and reference materials.
  • Selected repertoire that reflected diverse cultural backgrounds within the congregation, promoting inclusivity through the song selection process.
  • Collaborated with pastoral staff to plan worship services that aligned with sermon themes and reinforced spiritual messages.
  • Engaged congregation through musical worship experience by spreading vitality.
  • Organized special musical events such as concerts, fundraising galas, and holiday programs to showcase the talents of the music ministry team.
  • Selected and arranged music for 10-holiday performances and special events.

Education

Master of Arts - Music History, Literature, And Theory

Washington College of Howard University
2400 6th St. N.W, Washington D.C. 20059
05.1996

Ph.D. - Music Performance

Interdenominational Theological Seminary & College
Baltimore, MD
07.1990

Bachelor of Arts - Music Performance

Peabody Conservatory
Baltimore, MD
06.1985

Associate of Arts - Music Performance

Peabody Preparatory
Baltimore, MD
06.1978

Skills

  • Rehearsal Techniques
  • Music Theory
  • Piano accompaniment
  • Gospel Music
  • Contemporary Worship
  • Hymn Selection
  • Organ Playing
  • Traditional Hymns
  • Music Selection
  • Talented sight-reader
  • Choir performances
  • Keyboard Proficiency
  • Acoustics knowledge
  • Score Reading
  • Repertoire Selection
  • Pedal technique
  • Organ registration
  • Recital performance
  • Hymn playing
  • Selecting hymns
  • Choir accompaniment
  • Vocal Exercises

Accomplishments

I have played for numerous of church for weddings,funeral,graduations,banquets

The Baltimore Arena. television .radio services etc.

I have directed , church choirs

I have currently perform and sing with two professional choirs.


Vision Statement: To consistently embrace the vision of the pastor and church: To be a caring Christ centered community church with a kingdom agenda.

Therefore the music ministry,s mission works hand and hand with the church beliefs whereby disciples are equipped for service in the area of music in order minister effectively to the congregation for the congregation and with the congregation, through instrumental and vocal praise and the highest level of quality and excellence.


To edify God, To edify the church, and to witness to those who are unsaved.


Affiliations

  • I have been affiliated with almost all denominational churches

Additional Information

availability for this job as soon as it may become available.

Work Availability

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Employment

  • Payne Memorial A.M.E. Church (REV. W.P. MITCHELL), 1716 Madison Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 21217, 10/66, 4/84
  • Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church (REV. OLIN P. MOYD), Reisterstown Road, Baltimore, MD, 21217, 11/84, 2/85
  • St. Stephens A.M.E. Church (REV.F. MURPH.), 6100 Old Eastern Avenue, Essex, MD, 21224, 3/85, 86
  • New Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist, 3300 Elmora Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 21213
  • St. Stephens A.M.E. Church (REV. GRAY), 1601 Old Eastern Avenue, Essex, MD, 21224, 11/86, 87
  • Christ Institutional Church of Christ, York Road and later moved to Park Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 5/88, 3/91
  • Macedonia Interdenominational Church, Ellicott City, MD, 4/91, 6/91
  • Royal Light Baptist, 1560-62 N. Fulton Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 21217, 12/91, 1/92
  • Suburban Mass Choirs (Affiliated with James Cleveland Workshop Choir), 5/92, 6/92
  • Hemingway Temple, Cherry Hill Road, Cherry Hill, MD, 21225, 9/92
  • Christ Institutional Church of Christ & Radio Choir, Park Avenue and later moved to Scott Street (BISHOP SCRUGGS), Baltimore, MD, 21217, 11/93, 2/95
  • Nehemiah Full Gospel Church/S.W. B & SOUTHWEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, 24-26 S. Calhoun Street (ARCHBISHOP R.J. SCRUGGS & REV. DR. C.B. SCRUGGS, Baltimore, MD, 21223, 3/95, 8/98
  • St. Stevens A.M.E. Church (REV. G), 1601 Eastern Avenue, Essex, MD, 21224, 4/00, 6/00
  • Christ Disciples Church, Lexington Street, Baltimore, MD, 6/00, 8/00
  • Oak Street A.M.E. Church (REV.S.M.P.) & New Hope Alive (REV. BOSHA JORDON), 23rd & Howard Street, Baltimore, MD, 8/00
  • OAK STREET A.M.E CHURCH (PART TIME) (REV. SANDRA .M . . . PHILLIPS-BROWN), 2/02, 8/02
  • OAK STREET A.M.E. CHURCH (FULL TIME) (REV. SANDRA.M.. PHILLIPS-BROWN-STANLEY.), 9/02, 11/05
  • OAK STREET A.M.E. CHURCH (FULL TIME) (REV.R. GREENE.), 11/05, 05/06
  • OAK STREET A.M.E. CHURCH (PART TIME) (REV. RICHARD.GREENE, 05/06
  • OAK STREET A.M.E CHURCH, 05/06, 07/07
  • MT. ZION BAPTIST CHURCH (FULL TIME) REV.MARK RIDDIX JR., 07/07, 09/2012
  • MZBC 2000 E Belvedere Ave., Baltimore, Md, 21239, 09/2012
  • Cherry Hill Presbyterian Church, 819 Cherry Hill Rd., Baltimore, Md, 21225, April 2013, Current

Timeline

Church Organist

Cherry Hill Presbyterian Church
2013.04 - Current

Minister of Music

MT. ZION BAPTIST CHURCH (FULL TIME) REV.MARK RIDDIX JR.
2007.07 - 2013.03

Church Musician

Christ Disciples Church
2000.06 - 2000.08

Minister of Music

OAK STREET A.M.E. CHURCH (PART TIME) (REV. RICHARD.GREENE
2000.05 - 2007.07

Church Musician

St. Stevens A.M.E. Church (Rev Shortie Gray)
2000.04 - 2000.06

Church Organist

Nehemiah Full Gospel Church/S.W. B & SOUTHWEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
1995.03 - 1998.08

Church Musician

Christ Institutional Church of Christ & Radio Choir
1993.11 - 1995.02

Church Musician

Hemingway Temple
1992.09 - 1993.09

Church Organist

Suburban Mass Choirs (Affiliated with James Cleveland Workshop Choir)
1992.05 - 1992.06

Church Pianist

Royal Light Baptist
1991.12 - 1992.01

Church Organist

Macedonia Interdenominational Church
1991.04 - 1991.06

Church Organist

Christ Institutional Church of Christ
1988.05 - 1991.03

Musician

St. Stephens A.M.E. Church (REV. GRAY)
1986.11 - 1988.11

Musician

St. Stephens A.M.E. Church (REV.F. MURPH.)
1985.03 - 1987.03

Church Musician

Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church (REV. OLIN P. MOYD)
1984.11 - 1985.02

Master of Arts - Music History, Literature, And Theory

Washington College of Howard University

Ph.D. - Music Performance

Interdenominational Theological Seminary & College

Bachelor of Arts - Music Performance

Peabody Conservatory

Associate of Arts - Music Performance

Peabody Preparatory

Minister of Music

Payne Memorial A.M.E. Church (REV. W.P. MITCHELL)
1966.10 - 1984.04

References

Personal references will be available upon request.

Summary

I have good music qualifications and very proud of my past achievements. I am eager to use my skills in a professional capacity and always ready to receive more exposure and opportunities to further my growth in education. I have reasonable facility at the piano and organ, and able to play just about all types of music and have obtained enough singing ability to demonstrate to the choir the distinct tone quality and diction. I have a well-rounded personality and sense of humor, possessing a refine disposition, emotional stability, and have a sense of values but most of all administrative ability. As far as my musicianship, which knows music from most all angles, expressing the music is also accurate. I place perfection in performance upon myself and expect it from others I have worked with in the past. I have been responsible for directing, teaching and accompanying on the organ and piano for several choirs around the city of Baltimore. I have performed at the Baltimore Arena for the commencement exercise for the University of Maryland. As a result of my musical education and experience, I feel that I can effectively and efficiently perform for any musical occasion. I will take great pride in having patience and tact with the choir and it is my goal and desire to keep a professional performance standard in order to mold the choir into a superior choral group. I want and can do the job.

I belong and sing with two professional choirs

I am a former member of The James Peterson singers also ,Eric Waddell & The Abundant Life Senior choir

I am a current member of The Conclave of Musicians and The John Beasley & The Interfaith community choir


Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-Site

Important To Me

Work-life balancePaid time off

Employment

  • Payne Memorial A.M.E. Church (REV. W.P. MITCHELL), 1716 Madison Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 21217, 10/66, 4/84
  • Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church (REV. OLIN P. MOYD), Reisterstown Road, Baltimore, MD, 21217, 11/84, 2/85
  • St. Stephens A.M.E. Church (REV.F. MURPH.), 6100 Old Eastern Avenue, Essex, MD, 21224, 3/85, 86
  • New Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist, 3300 Elmora Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 21213
  • St. Stephens A.M.E. Church (REV. GRAY), 1601 Old Eastern Avenue, Essex, MD, 21224, 11/86, 87
  • Christ Institutional Church of Christ, York Road and later moved to Park Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 5/88, 3/91
  • Macedonia Interdenominational Church, Elliott City, MD, 4/91, 6/91
  • Royal Light Baptist, 1560-62 N. Fulton Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 21217, 12/91, 1/92
  • Suburban Mass Choirs (Affiliated with James Cleveland Workshop Choir), 5/92, 6/92
  • Hemingway Temple, Cherry Hill Road, Cherry Hill, MD, 21225, 9/92
  • Christ Institutional Church of Christ & Radio Choir, Park Avenue and later moved to Scott Street (BISHOP SCRUGGS), Baltimore, MD, 21217, 11/93, 2/95
  • Nehemiah Full Gospel Church/S.W. B & SOUTHWEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, 24-26 S. Calhoun Street (ARCHBISHOP R.J. SCRUGGS & REV. DR. C.B. SCRUGGS, Baltimore, MD, 21223, 3/95, 8/98
  • St. Stevens A.M.E. Church (REV. G), 1601 Eastern Avenue, Essex, MD, 21224, 4/00, 6/00
  • Christ Disciples Church, Lexington Street, Baltimore, MD, 6/00, 8/00
  • Oak Street A.M.E. Church (REV.S.M.P.) & New Hope Alive (REV. BOSHA JORDON), 23rd & Howard Street, Baltimore, MD, 8/00
  • OAK STREET A.M.E CHURCH (PART TIME) (REV. SANDRA .M . . . PHILLIPS-BROWN), 2/02, 8/02
  • OAK STREET A.M.E. CHURCH (FULL TIME) (REV. SANDRA.M.. PHILLIPS-BROWN-STANLEY.), 9/02, 11/05
  • OAK STREET A.M.E. CHURCH (FULL TIME) (REV.R. GREENE.), 11/05, 05/06
  • OAK STREET A.M.E. CHURCH (PART TIME) (REV. RICHARD.GREENE, 05/06
  • OAK STREET A.M.E CHURCH, 05/06, 07/07
  • MT. ZION BAPTIST CHURCH (FULL TIME) REV.MARK RIDDIX JR., 07/07, 09/2012
  • MZBC 2000 E Belvedere Ave., Baltimore, Md, 21239, 09/2012
  • Cherry Hill Presbyterian Church, 819 Cherry Hill Rd., Baltimore, Md, 21225, April 2013, Current

References

Personal references will be available upon request.

Summary

I have good music qualifications and very proud of my past achievements. I am eager to use my skills in a professional capacity and always ready to receive more exposure and opportunities to further my growth in education. I have reasonable facility at the piano and organ, and able to play just about all types of music and have obtained enough singing ability to demonstrate to the choir the distinct tone quality and diction. I have a well-rounded personality and sense of humor, possessing a refine disposition, emotional stability, and have a sense of values but most of all administrative ability. As far as my musicianship, which knows music from most all angles, expressing the music is also accurate. I place perfection in performance upon myself and expect it from others I have worked with in the past. I have been responsible for directing, teaching and accompanying on the organ and piano for several choirs around the city of Baltimore. I have performed at the Baltimore Arena for the commencement exercise for the University of Maryland. As a result of my musical education and experience, I feel that I can effectively and efficiently perform for any musical occasion. I will take great pride in having patience and tact with the choir and it is my goal and desire to keep a professional performance standard in order to mold the choir into a superior choral group. I want and can do the job.

I belong and sing with two professional choirs

I am a former member of The James Peterson singers also ,Eric Waddell & The Abundant Life Senior choir

I am a current member of The Conclave of Musicians and The John Beasley & The Interfaith community choir

Carol Scruggs