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Griffin Hillner

Warner Robins,GA

Summary

Dynamic church pianist with a proven track record at First Methodist Church of Valdosta, enhancing worship experiences through skilled piano performances. Adept in ensemble collaboration and fostering teamwork, I successfully collaborated with guest musicians and youth choirs, creating memorable services that resonate with the congregation. Flexible and approachable, I thrive in collaborative environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Church Pianist

First Methodist Church of Valdosta
08.2024 - 05.2025
  • Worked closely with other instrumentalists within the congregation to create well-rounded and engaging performances during special events or services.
  • Provided musical accompaniment for weekly choir rehearsals, fostering a strong sense of camaraderie among participants.
  • Supported guest musicians during special services or performances, ensuring seamless integration of their talents into the service.
  • Interpreted and modified music to personalize performances.
  • Worked with a youth choir to have bi-annual services involving special music performed by the youth choir.
  • Enhanced congregation''s worship experience by skillfully playing piano during services and special events.

Church Pianist

Grace Presbyterian Church
02.2023 - 12.2023
  • Enhanced congregation''s worship experience by skillfully playing piano during services and special events.
  • Consulted with directors and producers to determine placement of musical cues and coordinate artistic vision.

Staff

Georgia Theater Company
05.2021 - 07.2021
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Established positive relationships with customers and other staff members.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Cleaned equipment and machinery to maintain in optimum working condition.
  • Cleaned theaters after each showingto maintain a sanitary environment.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Piano Performance

Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA
05-2025

Skills

  • Flexible scheduling
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Ensemble coordination
  • Friendly demeanor

Accomplishments

Played in many performances ranging from ensemble collaboration and solo performance. Performed in the VSU New Jazz Ensemble from Fall 2021- Spring 2023 and the VSU Jazz Ensemble from Fall 2023- Spring 2025.

Accompanied for multiple vocal performances at VSU during Fall of 2023.

Performed two solo recitals in Fall 2023 and Spring 2025 at VSU performing the works of Bach, Beethoven, Chopin and more.

Timeline

Church Pianist

First Methodist Church of Valdosta
08.2024 - 05.2025

Church Pianist

Grace Presbyterian Church
02.2023 - 12.2023

Staff

Georgia Theater Company
05.2021 - 07.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Piano Performance

Valdosta State University

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