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Andres Coraspe

Chicago,IL

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Music Director, Keyboardist & Guitarrist

The Compass Church
10.2023 - Current
  • Led live music performances and rehearsals, directing musicians to achieve top-notch performances.
  • Developed musicians skills through focused rehearsals, ensuring high-quality performances.
  • Collaborated with fellow musicians to create harmonious and cohesive arrangements, elevating the overall quality of the band''s sound.
  • Utilized recording software and technology to create high-quality demo tracks or self-produced albums, showcasing my keyboard abilities for potential clients or collaborators.
  • Tuned and restrung guitars on regular basis.
  • Maintained guitars and related equipment in good working order.

Keyboardist

La Obra Band
05.2022 - Current
  • Provided valuable feedback during rehearsals with fellow band members, leading to improved group dynamics and a more polished final product onstage.
  • Participated in songwriting sessions with fellow musicians, co-creating original compositions that showcased my keyboard expertise.
  • Enhanced audience engagement by incorporating dynamic and expressive keyboard techniques during performances.
  • Maintained professional relationships with venue owners, promoters, and other industry professionals, ensuring future performance opportunities.

Audio Engineer & Music Producer

GMG
03.2021 - Current
  • Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements and music compositions,, and optimized songs, and albums.
  • Maximized studio productivity through effective scheduling, setup, and teardown procedures for recording sessions.
  • Implemented best practices in troubleshooting technical issues to minimize downtime during productions or recordings.
  • Enhanced audio quality by expertly mixing and mastering recordings for various projects.
  • Enhanced the artist's creativity by providing expert guidance on song arrangements and production techniques.
  • Sourced talented session musicians for recording projects, enhancing the overall musicality of clients'' work.
  • Transcribed musical compositions and melodic lines to adapt to particular group or create specific musical style.

Music Director & Keyboardist

Performance Artist
12.2020 - Current
  • Led live music performances and rehearsals, directing musicians to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
  • Oversaw auditions, recruiting talented musicians to expand the ensemble's capabilities.
  • Reduced setup times significantly by efficiently organizing and managing audio equipment inventory.
  • Troubleshot and resolved technical issues promptly, minimizing disruptions to live performances.
  • Conducted thorough pre-show checks, reducing potential technical problems during performances.
  • Utilized DAWs such as Ableton, to perform using backing tracks and make necessary adjustments before and during performances.

Audio Engineer

PVTSTCK
10.2021 - 12.2023
  • Developed music ideas from scratch into a full song or album project with music arrangements, recording engineering, sound design, production, mixing & mastering.
  • Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
  • Performed preventative maintenance to keep tools and equipment functional.


Cultural Representative

CEVAC
07.2017 - 12.2020
  • Introduced traditional music and dance performances to showcase the richness of each culture represented in the program.
  • Fostered a welcoming environment for international visitors, providing information on cultural norms and etiquette.
  • Strengthened cross-cultural communication skills among participants with engaging team-building activities.
  • Expanded cultural knowledge among staff members with ongoing training sessions and educational resources.

Private Music Teacher

Self-employeed
07.2021 - Current
  • Developed a curriculum with best practices for improved teaching methods.
  • Inspired passion for music in students by sharing personal experiences as a professional musician and performer.
  • Incorporated ear training exercises into lessons, resulting in stronger listening skills that improved overall musicianship.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
  • Explained music theory, aural skills and fundamental concepts to teach students to understand, analyze, perform and create music.

Music & Arts Highschool Teacher

Colegio La Concepcion
09.2018 - 06.2020
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.

Choir Director

SENDA
04.2018 - 06.2020
  • Conducted a choir with specially abled children between 5-11 years old.
  • Inspired a love of choral music in students, leading to an increase in choir participation and student retention.
  • Mentored individual choir members, providing personalized guidance on vocal technique, stage presence, and musicianship for improved performance quality.
  • Educated students on proper vocal techniques and vocal warm-ups.

Cultural Secretary

Casa De La Cultura Aldemaro Romero
01.2019 - 03.2020
  • Developed grant proposals that successfully secured funding for key projects in support of organizational goals.
  • Recruited volunteers for various projects, cultivating a dedicated support network for ongoing initiatives.
  • Enhanced cultural awareness by organizing and promoting diverse events and programs.
  • Facilitated communication between diverse groups, fostering a sense of inclusion within the community.
  • Coordinated large-scale events, ensuring seamless execution and positive attendee experiences.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and service providers, securing cost-effective solutions for event production needs.

Education

Bachelor Degree in Music - Music

Universidad Arturo Michelena
San Diego, Carabobo, Venezuela
07.2021

Skills

  • Sound Engineering
  • Ensemble Management
  • Arranging music
  • Teaching techniques
  • Music History Knowledge
  • Pedagogical Research
  • Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
  • Choral Directing
  • Music Theory
  • Music Composition
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Translation Services

Visa Sponsorship Required

No

Work Authorization

Fully Work Authorized

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Music Director, Keyboardist & Guitarrist

The Compass Church
10.2023 - Current

Keyboardist

La Obra Band
05.2022 - Current

Audio Engineer

PVTSTCK
10.2021 - 12.2023

Private Music Teacher

Self-employeed
07.2021 - Current

Audio Engineer & Music Producer

GMG
03.2021 - Current

Music Director & Keyboardist

Performance Artist
12.2020 - Current

Cultural Secretary

Casa De La Cultura Aldemaro Romero
01.2019 - 03.2020

Music & Arts Highschool Teacher

Colegio La Concepcion
09.2018 - 06.2020

Choir Director

SENDA
04.2018 - 06.2020

Cultural Representative

CEVAC
07.2017 - 12.2020

Bachelor Degree in Music - Music

Universidad Arturo Michelena

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