Bassist
New Light Church
Houston, TX
2023 - 2025
- Collaborated with band members to create cohesive musical arrangements.
- Adapted quickly to different musical styles, enhancing overall band versatility.
D’Shawn Lamkin
Houston
Summary
Enhanced musical performances through advanced bass skills, leading to artist endorsement with Lakland Guitars. Supported percussion studies at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, majoring in percussion. Contributed to pep band, ensemble band, and percussion ensemble, showcasing versatility in music. In high school I am a All region and All state player on jazz drums , and concert band
Work History
Percussion Instructor
Pulaski Academy
Little Rock, AR
2017 - 2020
- Developed individualized percussion lesson plans to enhance student engagement and skill proficiency.
- Facilitated group rehearsals, promoting teamwork and collaboration among students.
- Implemented varied teaching techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles in percussion education.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
Percussion Instructor
Central High School
Little Rock
2016 - 2018
- Organized performances and recitals, showcasing student achievements and fostering community involvement.
- Work after school
- Led sectional rehearsals with ensembles to refine group dynamics, balance, blend, and precision in performances.
Education
Music Education
University of AR at Little Rock
Little Rock, ARHigh School Diploma -
Central High School
Little Rock, AR05.2015
Skills
- Live performance experience
- Music theory
- Stage presence
- Collaborative attitude
- Recording studio experience
- Rhythmic precision
- Professional attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
Accomplishments
- As a student at Little Rock Central High, he was awarded All-State, All Region Jazz and Concert Band distinctions for drums.
CUST
- D’Shawn has played for Kierra Sheard, Lisa Knowles, Dorinda Clark, James Fortune, Jekalyn Carr, Alexis Speights, Maranda Curtis, Dorinda Clark, Trisha Green, Bobby Jones, Dedric Jones, Harold Wade and many more.
- He also has shared the stage with Gerald Albright, Kirk Whalum, Tye Tribett and more.
- He also played on many records including a live CD/DVD Gospel recording.
- D’Shawn is currently touring with Dazz and Brie, Electric 5, and the Kosher Band.
- He is a Percussion Instructor for Pulaski Academy.
- D’Shawn brings a technological savvy that keeps the sound fresh and innovative!
Timeline
Bassist
New Light Church
2023 - 2025
Percussion Instructor
Pulaski Academy
2017 - 2020
Percussion Instructor
Central High School
2016 - 2018
Music Education
University of AR at Little Rock
High School Diploma -
Central High School