Dave Daniel

As a Band Clinician, Contracted Instructor, Private Lesson Instructor and Adjudicator for several School Districts, including Granbury, Kaufman, Alvarado and Santo ISD's:

• Gave feedback on technique, style, tone, interpretation, phrasing, dynamics, articulation.
• Motivated students with positive reinforcement methods while providing constructive criticism when necessary.
• Taught proper posture, breathing techniques and instrument maintenance habits.
• Supervised rehearsals for groups of musicians preparing for public performances.
• Instructed students on the fundamentals of music theory including scales, chords and intervals.

As a Marching Band Drill Designer and Arranger for several High Schools, including Castleberry, Boswell, Graham, Nolan, Wichita Falls and Santo:

• Designed drill charts that accounted for the physical limitations of individual performers and ensembles.
• Collaborated with directors to create musical arrangements that were both artistically sound and technically achievable.
• Recommended drills and exercises designed specifically for enhancing speed, agility and endurance levels among performers.
• Developed and implemented marching band show concepts for high school, college, and professional teams.

• Developed and implemented a comprehensive program of music education and performance for the band program.
• Maintained positive relationships with school administration, students, parents, faculty, staff, alumni, community partners, vendors, and booster organizations.
• Recruited qualified instructors to teach various instruments within the band program.
• Implemented policies designed to improve operational efficiency throughout all aspects of the bandprogram .
• Supervised assistant directors and other personnel in support of the band program.

• Provided individual instruction to students on instrument technique and performance skills.
• Communicated regularly with parents about their child's progress within the band program.
• Developed and implemented a comprehensive band program for students aged 10-18.
• Organized and conducted regular rehearsals with high school bands to prepare for performances.
• Selected appropriate musical selections for concert programming based on student abilities and interests.
• Directed musical ensembles in concerts, festivals, competitions, and other public events.

• Assisted in recruiting new students into the program through promotional activities.
• Composed original arrangements of popular songs for use by the band in their repertoire.
• Collaborated with directors to develop comprehensive curricula that meets state standards of learning objectives.
• Organized and led sectional rehearsals to ensure proper technique and musicality.
• Selected appropriate musical selections for concert programming based on student abilities and interests.

• Provided guidance and assistance to students regarding academic policies and procedures.
• Collaborated with faculty on special projects related to curriculum development and program assessment.
• Assisted faculty in developing innovative approaches to teaching and learning processes.
• Supported department faculty with administrative assistance, as well as curriculum and research support.
• Tutored or mentored students in need of additional instruction.
• Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.

• Assisted in recruiting new students into the program through promotional activities.
• Organized and led sectional rehearsals to ensure proper technique and musicality.
• Assisted in the development of rehearsal plans and practice schedules for the band.
• Communicated regularly with parents about their child's progress within the band program.
• Directed musical ensembles in concerts, festivals, competitions, and other public events.