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Cooper Ockenfels

Tarzana,CA

Summary

Committed Electric Bass Player / Composer-Arranger for 7 Years. Has studied with Neal Smith, Terri Lyne Carrington, Ed Tomasi, Mike Pope, Linda Oh, Chris Loftlin, Anthony Vitti, Bruce Gertz, Lincoln Goines, Kris Davis, Alfred Darlington (Daedalus), and Darren Barrett. Also playing in General Business & Wedding Bands in Boston. Successful at learning new musical pieces quickly and accurately to maximize contribution to group success. Hardworking and diligent with good understanding of time and rhythm. dedication to knowledge of musical theory. Successful at leading rehearsals and writing dynamic solos. Committed to creativity and effectiveness

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Electric Bass Player

Self Employed
09.2022 - Current
  • Performed in (60 or more) shows.
  • Set up Guitars & basses action / truss rod adjustment replaced broken strings and soldering
  • Balanced artistic expression with commercial viability when selecting song choices for recordings or public performances.
  • Collaborated with band members to develop innovative arrangements for original compositions, resulting in a unique sound.
  • Expanded musical repertoire by continuously learning new songs, techniques, and styles to diversify performances.
  • Improved overall band dynamics through effective communication and constructive feedback during rehearsals and performances.

Buyer /Store Cashier

Buffalo Exchange
07.2023 - 09.2023
  • Bought in used / unworn garments based on style and trend
  • Collaborated with store management to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
  • I was also Employee of the month my second month there


Education

Bachelor of Arts - Bass Performance

Berklee College Of Music
Boston, MA
05.2024

Skills

  • Live Performance Experience
  • Stage presence
  • Attention to Detail
  • Creative Thinking
  • Song Composition
  • Recording Studio Experience
  • Improvising
  • Collaborative Attitude
  • Rhythmic foundations
  • Dynamic control
  • Instrument repairs
  • Transposing
  • Chord Progression Understanding
  • Adaptability to genres

Photography

I have done Photography since I was 7 years old making it my first creative field, I have experience in concert photography. I also have my own creative portfolio of that work on the instagram account @coop_o_photo

Timeline

Buyer /Store Cashier

Buffalo Exchange
07.2023 - 09.2023

Electric Bass Player

Self Employed
09.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Bass Performance

Berklee College Of Music
Cooper Ockenfels