Mikael Stark-Sabo
Pensacola,FL
Summary
Highly motivated saxophone musician with an extensive background in performance and education. A decade of experience as a performer in a variety of ensembles, three years of Music Education training, and a year of voice. Highly enthusiastic about training the new generation, and always eager to learn new things.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Musician & Student
University of West Florida
08.2021 - Current
- Played a variety of music with a broad stylistic range and improvisatorial flexibility for multiple school ensembles, including for the University of West Florida's Chamber Ensemble
- Arranged a musical composition to adapt it for a particular ensemble (Argo Athletic Band)
- Performed with and became the director of a TB choral ensemble (Argo Choir)
- Performed both a cappella and with musical accompaniment (Vocally and on primary)
- Performed with student-run saxophone quartet
- Gave beginner Piano lessons for a student going into the 5th grade.
- Under practicum, assisted the primary director for 1 semester (Avalon Middle School)
- Under practicum, transcribed scores to account for errors and missing parts (Avalon Middle School)
- Assisted with Choral MPA
Education
Music Education, BME - Music Education
The University of West Florida
05.2025
High School Diploma -
Pensacola High School
2021
Skills
- Expressive performer
- Broad range of musical styles
- Knowledge of World music cultures and history
- Organized & Ambitious
- Strong attention to detail
- Experience with teaching
- Creative writer
- Experience with musical arranging and transcription
- Some knowledge in music theory - quick learner
- Can learn and teach a wide variety of instruments
Accomplishments
- Placed in Escambia County's Middle School All-County Ensemble 2015-2016 (Alto Saxophone)
- Placed in Escambia County's High School All-County Ensemble 2018-2020 (Baritone Saxophone)
- Volunteer Teaching for Dr. Parm at Simms Middle School, Pace, FL. 2024
- Won First Place in the Jazz Pensacola Student Competition (Vocal)
- Joined, collaborated, then directed the Student-led Argo Choir. 2024-Ongoing
Timeline
Musician & Student
University of West Florida
08.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Pensacola High School
Music Education, BME - Music Education
The University of West Florida
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