Daniel DuBay
Land O' Lakes,FL
Summary
Devoted Band Director with experience leading marching, orchestral, and concert bands. Success in budgeting and fundraising for any size music department. Extensive knowledge of cultivating a productive and inspiring band room.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Concert Bands at Blake High School
Hillsborough County Schools
Tampa, FL
07.2010 - Current
- Coordinated all aspects of concert preparation including selection of music, scheduling rehearsals, securing venues.
- Provided feedback to parents regarding their children's academic progress in music classes.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current with best practices in music education.
- Attended professional development workshops related to teaching music theory and technique.
- Conducted regular meetings with colleagues to discuss best practices for teaching music.
- Collaborated with other music staff members to select appropriate repertoire for concerts and performances.
- Organized after-school activities such as field trips, ensembles, or competitions for the band program.
- Assessed student progress on an ongoing basis, adjusting instruction accordingly.
- Organized and conducted rehearsals with the school band, ensuring high standards of performance.
Band Director at Durant HS
Hillsborough County Schools
Plant City, FL
07.1996 - 06.2010
- Planned out travel itineraries for away performances or competitions.
- Instructed students on proper marching techniques, including formations and flag routines.
- Provided feedback on student performance evaluations prior to competitive events such as state championships or festivals.
- Scheduled regular meetings with staff members to discuss upcoming events or projects.
- Evaluated student performance during practice sessions and made necessary adjustments to improve overall musicality of the ensemble.
- Attended professional development workshops related to music education best practices.
- Compiled detailed reports outlining budget expenses related to equipment purchases or travel costs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Music Education
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL05-1996
Skills
- Logistics Management
- Recruitment Strategies
- Curriculum Planning
- Performance assessment understanding
- Public speaking knowledge
- Audition preparation
- Professionalism
- Effective Communication
- Professional Demeanor
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
Affiliations
- Father of 2 young children
- Golf and Fishing
Accomplishments
- Earned Teacher of The Year twice.
- Conducted many Honor Bands around the World
- Received the Otto Kraushaar Award many times
- Received the Jack Crew Award in 2024
- Guest Clinician at the University of South Carolina Honor Band Festival
Certification
- FBA adjudicator for Solo and Ensemble, Marching, and Concert Bands
- Member of FBA and FMEA
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Concert Bands at Blake High School
Hillsborough County Schools
07.2010 - Current
Band Director at Durant HS
Hillsborough County Schools
07.1996 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Science - Music Education
University of South Florida
- FBA adjudicator for Solo and Ensemble, Marching, and Concert Bands
- Member of FBA and FMEA
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