Ben Drescher
Merrimac,MA
Summary
Started playing guitar in October of 2020, initially self taught. Motivated to continually learn and improve. Looking to pass knowledge and passion onto younger musicians.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Guitarist
Zach Field Drum Studios
Amesbury, MA
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Learned bass to give musical flexibility to the band
- Several live public performances
Jazz Guitarist
Pentucket Regional High School
West Newbury, MA
09.2021 - 06.2024
- Guitarist for the Pentucket Jazz Combo and Big Band
- Accompanied vocalists and other instrumentalists in live performances
- 2 live jazz performances for the school per year, along with several public community service/paid performances
Education
High School Diploma -
Pentucket Regional Sr High School
West Newbury, MA06-2024
Justin Piper Jazz Guitar Instructor
BostonSkills
- Originally self taught
- Well versed in music theory
- Competent on piano/keyboard
- Motivated for personal musical improvement
- Empathetic/patient/open minded
- Skilled in improvisation
- Collaborative with other musicians
Accomplishments
- Accepted into the Northeast District Music Festival as the top jazz guitarist
- Recommended and auditioned for the Massachusetts All State Jazz Band
- Received Outstanding Musicianship Award at the 2023 and 2024 MAJE Jazz Festival
Timeline
Lead Guitarist
Zach Field Drum Studios
07.2023 - 07.2024
Jazz Guitarist
Pentucket Regional High School
09.2021 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
Pentucket Regional Sr High School
Justin Piper Jazz Guitar Instructor
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