Adam Steuart
Enid,OK
Summary
Knowledgeable Music Director with 15+ years of experience and exceptional leadership, planning and relationship-building skills. Detail-oriented and hardworking with a successful background in Percussion.
Highly skilled and dedicated Drum line Instructor with a passion for teaching and developing students' musical abilities. Committed to creating a positive and engaging learning experience while instilling discipline, teamwork, and musical excellence. Seeking an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic music program and help students reach their full potential.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Bands and Percussion
Alva Public Schools
08.2019 - Current
- Developed and maintained relationships with students, staff and other music professionals.
- Composed and arranged original music successfully for various projects.
- Collaborated with various percussionists to create ensembles
- Established and lead a highly successful drum line program
- Drum lines consistently won 1st place awards
- Percussion Ensembles consistently won Superior ratings
- Handled requests for specific musical selections
- Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo
- Planned and scheduled rehearsals and performances and arranged details such as locations, accompanists and instrumentalists
- Studied scores to learn music in detail and develop interpretations
- Attended regular practices and private lessons to hone skills
Director of Bands and Percussion
Cimarron Public School
08.2016 - 07.2019
- Developed and maintained relationships with students, staff and other music professionals.
- Composed and arranged original music successfully for various projects.
- Collaborated with various percussionists to create ensembles
- Established and lead a highly successful drum line program
- Drum lines consistently won 1st place awards
- Percussion Ensembles consistently won Superior ratings
- Attended regular practices and private lessons to hone skills
- Determined voices, instruments, harmonic structures, rhythms, tempos and tone balances required to achieve effects desired in each musical composition
- Planned and scheduled rehearsals and performances and arranged details such as locations, accompanists and instrumentalists
- Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo
- Led live music performances and rehearsals, directing musicians to achieve top-notch performances
Director of Bands and Percussion
Hennessey Public Schools
08.2009 - 07.2016
- Developed and maintained relationships with students, staff and other music professionals.
- Composed and arranged original music successfully for various projects.
- Collaborated with various percussionists to create ensembles
- Established and lead a highly successful drum line program
- Drum lines consistently won 1st place awards
- Percussion Ensembles consistently won Superior ratings
- Led live music performances and rehearsals, directing musicians to achieve top-notch performances
- Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo
- Planned and scheduled rehearsals and performances and arranged details such as locations, accompanists and instrumentalists
- Studied scores to learn music in detail and develop interpretations
- Attended regular practices and private lessons to hone skills
Director of Bands and Percussion
Springfield Public Schools, Springfield CO
01.2007 - 07.2009
- Developed and maintained relationships with students, staff and Parents.
- Composed and arranged original music successfully for various projects.
- Collaborated with various directors to create unique music.
- Established and lead a highly successful drum line program
- Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo
- Planned and scheduled rehearsals and performances and arranged details such as locations, accompanists and instrumentalists
- Studied scores to learn music in detail and develop interpretations
- Attended regular practices and private lessons to hone skills
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Northwestern Oklahoma State University
Alva, OK05.2007
High School Diploma -
Woodward High School
Woodward, OK05.1999
Skills
- School Programs
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Social Development
- Comprehensive knowledge of various percussion instruments, techniques, and musical styles
- Expertise in teaching marching percussion, concert percussion, and rudimental drumming
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with students, parents, and fellow educators
- Exemplary organizational skills, ensuring efficient rehearsals and events coordination
- Proficient in music software and technology for composing and arranging music
references
Daniel Baldwin Composer 620-805-9555 Danielbaldwincomposer@gmail.com
Adrian Gomez Assistant Director of bands Tulsa Union 405-313-7882 adrian.gomez7882@gmail.com
Christopher Alexander Director of Bands Okeene Public Schools 405-421-4109 christg001@gmail.com
awards
Awards:
- Favorite Teacher of Kingfisher County, 2010
- Teacher of the Year, Hennessey Public Schools, 2010, 2011
- Rising Star, Alva Middle School, 2018-2019, 2019-2020
- Recognized as one of the top 50 band directors that make a difference by School Band and Orchestra Magazine.
-Outstanding Drumline Alamo Bowl
-Outstanding Drumline Paul’s Valley Marching Band Championships 2021, 2022
-Outstanding Drumline Konawa Band Day Championships 2012, 2013,2014,2015
Certification
- Instrumental Music Education License - Current
Additional Information
Currently enrolling in Liberty University online for a Masters of Music Education.
Timeline
Director of Bands and Percussion
Alva Public Schools
08.2019 - Current
Director of Bands and Percussion
Cimarron Public School
08.2016 - 07.2019
Director of Bands and Percussion
Hennessey Public Schools
08.2009 - 07.2016
Director of Bands and Percussion
Springfield Public Schools, Springfield CO
01.2007 - 07.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Northwestern Oklahoma State University
High School Diploma -
Woodward High School