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Brian Beach

Brookfield,Illinois

Summary

Friendly and engaging team player and leader who believes in leading by example. Detail oriented and experienced musician and arts administrator with extensive contacts in the Chicago musical community (and beyond) and a passion for service. A multi-tasker who excels at program development, event and concert planning, and has extensive experience working in a fast paced, collaborative environment.

Results-driven management professional with proven track record of leading successful programs and initiatives. Known for fostering collaboration and achieving impactful outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, skilled in strategic planning and team leadership.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Director for Strings, Orchestra, and Chamber Music

Merit School of Music
06.2016 - Current
  • Oversee all aspects of strings and chamber music programming for the school.
  • Recruit, hire, train, and coach 38 regular faculty members, 20 substitute faculty, and 3 staff positions across 11 sites throughout the greater Chicagoland area.
  • Determine teacher workload and assigned classes and lessons for individual faculty.
  • Work with Dean and VP of Educational Affairs to strengthen existing program models and develop new ones.
  • Develop, maintain, and improve the quality of string instruction across a spectrum of programs for a variety of ages (four - eighteen) and skill levels (beginner to highly advanced).
  • Develop, nurture, and maintain relationships with eight client schools and external partners including Lyric Opera, Music of the Baroque, Harris Theater, and Ballet Chicago.
  • Work with both faculty and Student Services Department to facilitate growth in programs, and recruit and retain high level students.
  • Work with Development and Marketing departments to prepare reports on strings programs for funding organizations, as well as recruitment and advertising events and collateral.
  • Oversee monthly payroll and expenses for the Strings and Chamber Music Departments.
  • Manage departmental budgets and assist with crafting an overall Program Department budget in conjunction with fellow Program Directors and the Dean and VP of Educational Affairs.
  • Oversee and execute multiple performances of up to 300 students, competitions, and other major events throughout the year.

Violin Faculty

Merit School of Music
02.2007 - 01.2022
  • Taught weekly violin and viola lessons and group classes to students ages 4-18.
  • Coached chamber music, sectionals, and music theory to advanced Conservatory students.
  • Assisted with crafting inaugural curriculum for strings department.
  • Created and taught the inaugural Music History Elective in Merit’s Alice S. Pfaelzer Conservatory Program.
  • Worked with students to set goals for their music studies, including preparing for and being accepted into collegiate music programs.
  • Organized and executed yearly studio recitals; Participated in larger concerts as determined by teaching assignments.

Strings Program Manager

Merit School of Music
10.2013 - 06.2016
  • Provided day-to-day support for 30 regular and up to 20 substitute faculty members across 10 sites throughout the Chicagoland area.
  • Assisted the Dean of Programs in hiring regular and substitute faculty.
  • Main point of contact for families enrolled in strings program.
  • Monitored student attendance and followed up with families as needed.
  • Prepared, distributed, and collected student progress assessments and class recommendations from Faculty.
  • Managed instrument fleets and supplies for programs.
  • Took the lead on executing large scale string concerts and events.

Education

B.M. - Violin Performance

Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music, University of Memphis
Memphis, Tennessee
05.2001

M.M.E. - Individualized Instrument Instruction

Jacobs School of Music, Indiana University
Bloomington, Indiana
01.2006

Skills

  • Program management
  • Project Management
  • Staff hiring and management
  • Problem-solving
  • Budget oversight
  • Effective relationship management
  • Collaboration with stakeholders and team members
  • Strong verbal and written communication
  • Event planning and execution

Hobbies and Interests

Performing and visual arts, history, architecture, culture, travel, cooking, and soccer.

Timeline

Program Director for Strings, Orchestra, and Chamber Music

Merit School of Music
06.2016 - Current

Strings Program Manager

Merit School of Music
10.2013 - 06.2016

Violin Faculty

Merit School of Music
02.2007 - 01.2022

M.M.E. - Individualized Instrument Instruction

Jacobs School of Music, Indiana University

B.M. - Violin Performance

Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music, University of Memphis

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