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David Urness

North Mankato,MN

Summary

•Had several lessons throughout college on violin, viola, cello and bass.

•I wanted to be able to help all grade levels effectively.

•Performed in Orchestra, Band and Jazz Band in College.

Overview

46
46
years of professional experience

Work History

Cello and Bass Instructor

Martin Luther College
New Ulm, MN
08.2019 - Current

•Taught private lessons to beginners and experienced students.

Cello and Bass Instructor

Bethany Lutheran College
Mankato, Minnesota
08.2018 - Current

•Taught private lessons to beginners and experienced students.

Mankato East High School

District #77 Public School District
Mankato, Minnesota
08.1978 - 06.2018

•Conducted large group ensembles 39 years for:

Senior High Orchestra, grades 9-12

Senior High Chamber Orchestra

Middle School Orchestra, grades 7 and 8

Middle School Chamber Orchestra

6th Grade Orchestra

5th grade Orchestra

•Taught individual and group lessons to students grades 5-12.

•Organized and performed concerts for 39 years.

•Organized 4 "Big 9" Music Festivals involving 2000 students in Band, Orchestra and Choir.

Assistant Manager

A&W Root Beer Restaurant
Winona, MN
06.1972 - 06.1972

•Responsible for setting up orders for the car-hops, collecting their money, drawing root beer, making malts, cooking, in charge of supplies.

Education

Associate of Science - Music Education

Winona State University
Winona, MN
05.1976

Skills

  • One-on-one Instruction
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Practical skill application
  • Great rapport with students

Accomplishments

•Received The Golden Apple Award, Sponsored by Bethany Lutheran College in 2015.

•Performed in 4 WELS Music and Arts Workshops.

•Conducted and/or performed in several musicals.

Timeline

Cello and Bass Instructor

Martin Luther College
08.2019 - Current

Cello and Bass Instructor

Bethany Lutheran College
08.2018 - Current

Mankato East High School

District #77 Public School District
08.1978 - 06.2018

Assistant Manager

A&W Root Beer Restaurant
06.1972 - 06.1972

Associate of Science - Music Education

Winona State University
David Urness