David Messenger

• Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
• Mentored students in various ensembles, boosting their confidence and performance skills.
• Fostered creativity by encouraging improvisation, composition, and arrangement within the classroom setting.
• Contributed to school-wide events such as musicals or talent shows by providing expertise in rehearsals and performances.
• Evaluated student progress regularly through formal assessments, adjusting instruction as needed for continual improvement.
• Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to guide progress.

• Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
• Organized musical equipment thoughtfully to develop classroom routines, managing materials efficiently with minimal lost activity time.
• Taught students to identify different instruments from instrument's sound and shape.
• Established a positive learning environment through consistent classroom management techniques and clear expectations for behavior and achievement.
• Increased student participation in school performances by creating diverse musical opportunities for students of all skill levels.
• Developed daily lesson plans to generate interest in vocals, movements and use of classroom instruments.

• Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions and chords.
• Directed seasonal performance for Veteran's Day
• Guided and instructed elementary music students in music theory and instrument playing.
• Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
• Organized musical equipment thoughtfully to develop classroom routines, managing materials efficiently with minimal lost activity time.
• Taught students to identify different instruments from instrument's sound and shape.
• Established a positive learning environment through consistent classroom management techniques and clear expectations for behavior and achievement.

• Educated students on proper vocal techniques and vocal warm-ups
• Arranged special music, including solos and instrumental accompaniment for intra-school music competitions and festivals
• Composed and led performances for both vocal and instrumental music
• Maintained calendars of events and assisted in event planning
• Organized and led recruiting initiatives to maximize program outreach

• Took over for transferring Band Teacher. Taught Music here for several months, managing Elementary and Middle School Band classroom assignments.
• Instructed Jazz, Advanced, Intermediate and Beginning Band
• Instructed music students in musical theory and instrument technique principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter

• I directed five band classes. Two High School Bands (Jazz Ensemble and Symphonic Band) and three Middle School Graded Band classes. (Beginning Band, Intermediate Band and Advanced Band)
• Selected appropriate Band Level music for each Band
• Rehearsed and taught sound production technique and performance etiquette
• Set performance goals and set performance standards

• Interpreted and modified music to personalize performances
• Achieved desired tonal and harmonic balance by communicating clearly with musicians
• Prepared Choirs for Fall Concert

• Composed, arranged and recorded 2 tracks for Arcadia Choral competition
• Interpreted and rehearsed music to maximize correct vocal phrasing and dynamics in performance
• Transposed music to alternate keys with speed and accuracy
• Achieved desired tonal and harmonic balance by communicating clearly with musicians

• Wrote, recorded, produced and arranged indie recordings using Cubase, Pro Tools, Finale and Logic Pro DAWs Own my own pre and post production recording suite Composed full length musicals, Ballet and Master Recital

• Directed worship personnel, tech teams, choirs and special event teams. Wrote and arranged for special events at Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter. Oversaw outreach music
• Formed a creative team to manage musicals and outreach events.
• Worked closely with Staff personnel to implement vision and goals

Directed all worship related functions. Oversaw all Tech Teams and Worship Teams and Instrumentalists. Wrote and arranged for special presentations and events.

• Facilitated students to appreciate different genres and styles of music.
• Instructed students on principles and techniques of Instrumental Music.
• Prepared and managed school concerts and performances involving students at all levels.
• Instructed students on vocal performance, including harmonizing, performing scales and proper posturing.
• Developed daily lesson plans to generate interest in hands-on activities, including vocals, movements and use of classroom instruments such as drums, cymbals and tambourines.
• Administered quizzes and exams to assess student competency levels and develop individual learning plans.
• Taught students to identify different instruments from instrument's sound and shape.