Jared "JJ" Jamias
Anaheim,USA
Summary
Confident and proficient musician skilled in range of instruments, with special talents for Guitar. Excels with different music genres and experienced in both live and recorded performances. Enthusiastic musician who learns new material quickly and thoroughly. Proficient in performance of numerous standard pieces and songs in various styles.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Director
Christ Cathedral Academy
06.2021 - 06.2024
- Instructed all students from TK-8th in obtaining musical proficiency
- Prepared over 50 singers and 3 instrumentalists to perform Parochial repertoire for weekly masses
- Created and implemented interactive lesson plans and activities for use in the music classroom
- Selected and arranged music for [Number] holiday performances and special events.
- Handled requests for specific musical selections.
- Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
Program Director & Lead Instructor
Estudio Academy
10.2020 - Current
- Instructed 5 students on how to utilize music technology to produce original music.
- Implemented various pedagogical methods to develop musical literacy in lessons (theory, ear training, music history).
- Developed and refined the Estudio Academy curriculum.
- Maintained and updated project related documents.
- Developed the Estudio Academy curriculum from ground up, laying out framework, and defining curriculum and its implementation.
- Monitored program performance to identify areas for improvement.
Freelance Performer
Self-employeed
07.2013 - Current
- Performed live shows at various venues throughout region.
- Practiced guitar chords and scales to maintain full proficiency with each piece of equipment.
- Selected appropriate pieces to meet performance needs and showcase skills.
- Provided musical background for live shows such as Chapman's annual Winterfest and American Celebration.
- Learned new songs for performances and tour concerts.
- Performed music in styles such as Classical, Jazz, Pop, Blues, and Rock.
- Memorized standards often requested at shows.
General Music Teacher
St. Gregory the Great Catholic School
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Instructs all students from TK-8th in obtaining musical proficiency
- Prepares over 15 singers and 10 instrumentalists to perform Parochial repertoire for weekly masses
- Creates and implements interactive lesson plans and activities for use in the music classroom
5th Grade Teacher
Partners in Los Angeles Catholic Education
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Managed classroom of 30 students while instructing students in meeting expected learning objectives
- Assisted 5 students with IEP’s in reaching their educational goals throughout the school year
- Implemented the History Alive! Curriculum for Social Studies class
3rd Grade Teacher
Partners in Los Angeles Catholic Education
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Managed classroom of 12 students while instructing students in meeting expected learning objectives
- Assisted students in improving their STAR Reading and Math scores throughout the school year
- Provided ongoing support for students in an under resourced classroom
Group Guitar Instructor
Tritone Music Academy
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Instructed over 25 3rd-5th grade students in group guitar lessons across 2 schools in Orange County
- Provided training and instruction for students to learn music fundamentals and basic guitar pedagogy
Private Guitar Instructor
Kwala Music
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Provided 4 students (ages 7-14) in private guitar instruction once a week, with over 300 hours of teaching
- Instructed students how to read music, utilize proper guitar technique, perform on the instrument, and compose original musical works
Education
Ph.D. - Education: Leadership
Chapman University
Orange, CA08-2025
Master of Arts - Music Education & Single Subject Teaching Credential
Chapman University
Orange, CA08.2021
Master of Arts - Elementary Education, PLACE Corps Cohort 17
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA05.2019
Bachelor in Music Performance - Guitar Performance
Chapman University
Orange, CA05.2017
BA - Integrated Educational Studies
Chapman University
Orange, CA05.2017
Skills
- Live performer
- Arranging music
- Broad range of musical styles
- Original songwriter
- Rehearsal coordination
- Music theory knowledge
- Music accompanists
- Performance standards and analysis
- Lesson planning
- Project-based learning
- Verbal and written communication
- Cooperative learning experience
- Creative lesson planning
Accomplishments
2019 Chapman Dean’s Scholarship 2017 Chapman Guitar Performance Award
2017 Cum Laude with 3.8 GPA 2013-2017 Chapman Music Scholarship
2013 Filipino American Association of Anaheim Hills Scholarship
2013 Orange County Top Graduate in Performing Arts (OC Register Article)
2022 Presenting original article at AERA
Performance Background and Musical Training
Performance Background
Classical/Contemporary Guitarist and Singer
- Solo and Ensemble Performances: Regular performer of Classical and Jazz Guitar for weddings, council meetings, and local events throughout Orange County and Los Angeles.
- Chapman University Engagements: Perform regularly at various on-campus events, including annual Choir shows, seasonal Classical Guitar and Big Band concerts, Wassail, and masterclasses.
- National Competition: Competed as a member of the Servite Classical Guitar ensemble at the national competition in Brownsville, Texas (March 2012).
- Masterclass Host: Hosted a musical coaching and mentorship masterclass at Servite High School (February 2020), guiding high school students preparing for higher education in music.
Musical Training
- Classical Guitar: 9 years of training at Servite High School (Gregg Goodhart) and Chapman University (Jeff Cogan).
- Masterclasses: Studied with renowned classical guitarists Roland Dyens, Will Kanengizer, Irene Kulikova, and Scott Tennant.
- Diverse Guitar Skills: Over 10 years of experience in pop, rock, blues, and other guitar styles (electric and acoustic), using both plectrum and fingerpicking techniques.
- Music Theory and Aural Skills: 3 years of formal study in music theory and aural skills.
- Voice Training: 4 years of classical and pop voice lessons with Jessica Magbitang, Katherine Scott, and Jonathan Mack.
Honors and Awards
- 2019 Chapman Dean’s Scholarship
- 2017 Chapman Guitar Performance Award
- 2017 Cum Laude with 3.8 GPA
- 2013-2017 Chapman Music Scholarship
- 2013 Filipino American Association of Anaheim Hills Scholarship
- 2013 Orange County Top Graduate in Performing Arts (OC Register Article)
Timeline
Music Director
Christ Cathedral Academy
06.2021 - 06.2024
Program Director & Lead Instructor
Estudio Academy
10.2020 - Current
General Music Teacher
St. Gregory the Great Catholic School
08.2019 - 06.2021
5th Grade Teacher
Partners in Los Angeles Catholic Education
08.2017 - 06.2019
3rd Grade Teacher
Partners in Los Angeles Catholic Education
08.2017 - 06.2019
Group Guitar Instructor
Tritone Music Academy
08.2016 - 06.2017
Private Guitar Instructor
Kwala Music
08.2016 - 06.2017
Freelance Performer
Self-employeed
07.2013 - Current
Ph.D. - Education: Leadership
Chapman University
Master of Arts - Music Education & Single Subject Teaching Credential
Chapman University
Master of Arts - Elementary Education, PLACE Corps Cohort 17
Loyola Marymount University
Bachelor in Music Performance - Guitar Performance
Chapman University
BA - Integrated Educational Studies
Chapman University
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