Aaron Henderson
Jackson,GA
Summary
Accomplished musician with a proven track record at Mercer University, adept in conducting ensembles and fostering team collaboration. Excelled in roles requiring creative problem-solving and analytical thinking, notably as Principle Trumpet at Mercer University and accepted to the prestigous National Intercollegiate Band. Demonstrated excellence in music curriculum development and instructional planning, enhancing ensemble performance and educational outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Principle Trumpet
Mercer University Wind Ensemble
Macon , GA
01.2023 - Current
- This experience involved numerous hours of personal practice and rehearsal.
- This also involved coordinating and leading sectionals with the trumpet section in the wind ensemble, as well as leading the section through rehearsals with constructive comments and modeling.
- This has also included the opportunity to be selected to play for various chamber ensembles and special event ensembles at the Mercer University, Townshend School of Music.
Gig Musician
Various
Various, Varios
01.2023 - Current
- This includes any gig work I have done during my college career.
- I have played for Christmas services at multiple churches in Macon, filled in for musicians at various churches, and played for Easter services in SC.
- This also includes any paid positions I've had with ensembles at Mercer University, including the pit orchestra with the Mercer Singers and Mercer Opera.
Marching Band Tech
Mercer University Marching Band
Macon, GA
08.2023 - 12.2025
- This position was selected by the director of athletic bands at Mercer University through an application/interview process.
- This included responsibilities for field painting, instructing new and experienced students on how to properly march, as well as helping to set and maintain good drill for the marching band.
High School Band Camp Tech
Jackson High School, Academy for Classical Edu.
Jackson, Macon, GA
08.2023 - 08.2025
- This position included helping with drill instruction for specifically high brass, as well as the rest of the marching band when needed.
- I also led sectionals for the trumpet sections from both of these schools, teaching them warm-up techniques, show music, and stand tunes.
Mercer Brass Quintet
Mercer University Townshend School of Music
Macon, GA
09.2024 - 05.2025
- This ensemble was officially created in the fall of 2024, with the entrance of Dr. Kyle Mallari, the new trumpet instructor.
- I've acted as the 1st and 2nd trumpet in the quintet.
- This ensemble is focused around coordination with other musicians in a music setting, and promotes small-ensemble playing at the finest level.
Student Teaching
Academy for Classical Education
Macon, GA
01.2025 - 04.2025
- This was a job necessary to fulfill the requirements for the Music Education.
- This includes conducting the ACE Sr. High and Jr High bands, as well as leading them through rehearsals and classes everyday.
- I also had the opportunity to conduct the group at their Large Group Performance Evaluation (LGPE).
National Intercollegiate Band
CBDNA
Fort Worth, TX
03.2025 - 03.2025
- This is a nationwide honor band, chosen from submissions from students and collegiate band director nominations. I was nominated by my director, and accepted to the ensemble.
- After chair placement auditions for this group, I was placed 6th chair trumpet (out of 15).
- The pieces performed by this ensemble during my time in it are Symphony No. 1 for Wind Ensemble by Lee Gannon, Luminance by Shuyang Ling, and Symphonic Metamorphosis of Themes by Carl Maria von Weber by Paul Hindemith (arr. by Keith Wilson.
Education
Bachelor in Music Education - Band
Mercer University
Macon, GA05-2025
Skills
- Conducting ensembles
- Music curriculum development
- Music theory
- Instructional planning
- Creative problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Analytical thinking
Timeline
National Intercollegiate Band
CBDNA
03.2025 - 03.2025
Student Teaching
Academy for Classical Education
01.2025 - 04.2025
Mercer Brass Quintet
Mercer University Townshend School of Music
09.2024 - 05.2025
Marching Band Tech
Mercer University Marching Band
08.2023 - 12.2025
High School Band Camp Tech
Jackson High School, Academy for Classical Edu.
08.2023 - 08.2025
Principle Trumpet
Mercer University Wind Ensemble
01.2023 - Current
Gig Musician
Various
01.2023 - Current
Bachelor in Music Education - Band
Mercer University
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