Results-driven professional skilled in creating and implementing effective training programs for diverse teams. Proven track record of enhancing skills and fostering collaborative learning environment. Known for adaptability and strong focus on achieving measurable outcomes through teamwork and flexibility.
Hi, I’m
Candi Granlund
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Overview
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Zionsville West Middle School
Band Director
07.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Promoted teamwork within ensembles leading to improved collaboration between sections during performances.
- Provided constructive feedback during rehearsals, helping students grow as musicians and performers.
- Established strong relationships with students, parents, and school administrators to foster a supportive musical community.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans to improve musicianship and technical skills among band members.
- Planned seven concerts yearly and marketed concerts to students, parents and general public.
- Maintained program of 340 instrumental music students in preparation for concerts and festival performances.
Sycamore School
Band Director
07.2001 - 06.2019
Job overview
- Coordinated dynamic performances at various school events, showcasing the talent of each ensemble member.
- Utilized innovative teaching techniques such as flipped classrooms or project-based learning for more effective instruction in rehearsals or sectionals sessions.
- Spearheaded collaborations with visiting artists and guest conductors to provide unique learning experiences for students in the program.
- Traveled with band to 18 festivals and planned transportation and lodging for 80-100 musicians and chaperones.
Education
University of IndianapolisIndianapolis, Indiana
Master of Arts from Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis in Music
05.2009
University Overview
Ball State UniversityMuncie, Indiana
Bachelor of Science from K-12 Instrumental, Vocal, and General Area Music Education
05.1995
University Overview
Skills
- Course design
- Mentorship
- Employee presentations
- Training assessment
- Materials design
- Educational material development
- Conflict Resolution
- Team building
- Team development strategies
- Assessment tools
Professional Honors
Professional Honors
- Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic clinician, 12/01/21, "Redefining Student Practice"
- IMEA Outstanding Middle School Music Educator Award, 12/01/17
- IBA Vice President, 12/01/19, 12/01/21
- IBA President, 12/01/21, 12/01/23
- IBA Past President, 12/01/23, present
- Arkansas Bandmasters Association Convention Featured Clinician, 12/01/22
- IBA Jr. All State Band coordinator, 12/01/14, 12/01/19
- Lilly Teacher Creativity Fellow, 12/01/13
- Clinician at Indiana Music Educators State Convention, 12/01/03, 12/01/05, 12/01/09, 12/01/19, 12/01/24
- Inducted into the Phi Beta Mu International Honorary Bandmasters Fraternity, 12/01/12
- IBA All-Region Honor Band Guest Conductor
- IBA Middle School Chair, 12/01/12, 12/01/14
- Superior ratings with the Sycamore School Symphonic Band at the National Adjudicator's Invitational Festival, Atlanta, GA, 2004, 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016, 2019, St. Louis, MO, 2006, 2009, 2012, 2015, Chicago, IL, 2008, 2011, 2014
- ISSMA Organizational Concert Band Festival Gold ratings with Middle School and High School Bands, 12/01/96, 12/01/24
- IMEA Awards Chair, 12/01/02, 12/01/11
- Host director, IBA All-Region Honor Band, 12/01/22, present
- Host director, ISSMA Organizational Festival, 12/01/22, present
Timeline
Band Director
Zionsville West Middle School
07.2019 - Current
Band Director
Sycamore School
07.2001 - 06.2019
Ball State University
Bachelor of Science from K-12 Instrumental, Vocal, and General Area Music Education
University of Indianapolis
Master of Arts from Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis in Music
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