Craig Crilly
Grimes,IA
Summary
Knowledgeable Music Director with 29+ years of experience and exceptional leadership, planning and relationship-building skills. Detail-oriented and hardworking with a successful background in instrumental music. Looking for a new role with long-term potential.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Director Of High School Bands
Dallas Center-Grimes Community Schools
08.2012 - Current
- Promoted teamwork within ensembles leading to improved collaboration between sections during performances.
- Provided constructive feedback during rehearsals, helping students grow as musicians and performers.
- Inventoried, maintained, repaired, and purchased new instruments and gear for department.
- Managed inventory of instruments, sheet music, accessories, ensuring proper maintenance and availability for all band members.
Director of Marching Band, Concert Band, Jazz Band, Pep Band, Small Ensembles, and individual instruction.
Director of Bands 9-12
Harlan Community High School
05.2002 - 05.2012
- Marching Band, Concert Band, Pep Band, Jazz Band, Small Ensembles, and Individual Lesson Instruction.
- Implemented innovative pedagogical methods to enhance musicianship skills among students of various levels of experience.
- Facilitated sectional rehearsals focusing on technical precision while also encouraging creative expression within the ensemble context.
- Conducted regular assessments of student progress using both formative and summative evaluation techniques.
Instructor of Individuals Wishing to Excel by Studying Their Chosen Instrument
Private Woodwind Studio
01.1995 - Current
- Promoted positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching effectiveness.
Education
Masters of Music - Music Education
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD08.2023
B.M. in Music Education -
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD05.1995
Skills
- Ensemble Management
- Rehearsal Techniques
- Student Motivation
- Instrument Proficiency
- Teaching Methods
- Improvisation Techniques
- Performance Planning
- Audition preparation
- Fundraising
- Repertoire Selection
- Score Analysis
- Instrument maintenance proficiency
- Recruitment Efforts
- Concert etiquette
- Conducting expertise
Awards
- IHSMA Concert Band Festival Division I Rating 2002- present
- IHSMA Marching Band Festival Division I Rating 2002- present
- Averaging 6 students selected each for All-State Band and Orchestra for the last 5 years
- Students selected for All-State Jazz every year for the last 12 years.
Affiliations
- Iowa Bandmasters Association
- South Central Iowa Bandmasters Association
Timeline
Director Of High School Bands
Dallas Center-Grimes Community Schools
08.2012 - Current
Director of Bands 9-12
Harlan Community High School
05.2002 - 05.2012
Instructor of Individuals Wishing to Excel by Studying Their Chosen Instrument
Private Woodwind Studio
01.1995 - Current
Masters of Music - Music Education
University of South Dakota
B.M. in Music Education -
University of South Dakota
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