Jennifer Brame
Clermont,GA
Summary
Friendly, supportive Music Teacher who excels in sharing love for music with students. Talented musician and creative instructor who develops challenging lessons that rapidly build skills for musical understanding and performance. Skilled in teaching beginner to advanced levels. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Woodwind Instructor
South Lake High School
07.2015 - Current
- Educated high school students from beginner to advanced levels in reading music and playing wind instruments.
- Assisted with visual rehearsals, providing instruction in beginning marching techniques and being an integral part of getting the show on the field.
- Instructed afterschool rehearsals in preparation for performances.
- Supported students with learning challenges.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Performer
Walt Disney World Parks And Resorts
06.2010 - Current
- Collaborated with directors and other cast members to refine performances.
- Assessed spectator engagement to adjust energy levels and identify individuals to interact with or recruit for participation in shows.
- Sought out auditions for different roles, arriving on time and well-prepared.
- Made quick adjustments to characters on stage.
- Maintained professional attitude and demeanor at all times.
- Implemented creative techniques to create unique performances.
- Engaged with audiences to create memorable experiences at live performances.
- Utilized improvisation techniques to enhance shows.
- Collaborated with other entertainers to create engaging acts.
- Developed characters through improvisation, body movements, and gestures
- Collaborated with other performers for scene and character development.
- Performed choreographed songs and dances with precision and enthusiasm.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Texas Tech University
08.2007 - 05.2010
- Studied scores at length to learn music in detail and develop suitable interpretations.
- Collaborated with colleagues to run the University Concert Band, which involved selecting music carefully in order to achieve balance of musical styles for an ensemble of varying skill levels, rehearsing, and conducting the concerts..
- Developed rehearsal plans and applied effective time management techniques during rehearsals to be prepared for performances.
- Worked with teachers in evaluating student progress, needs and gains.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NCMaster of Arts - Wind Ensemble Conducting
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TXSkills
- Musical Theory and History knowledge
- Music Lesson Planning for grades K-12
- Wind Instruments
- Creativity and Artistic Expression
- Music transposition, arranging, and orchestration
- Sibelius musical notation software
- Instrument Maintenance Proficiency
- Conducting Proficiency
Performance Experience
Has performed as a vocalist for Disney's Candlelight Processional Christmas Productions annually since 2010.
Has performed with Disney's Encore Orchestra since 2010 for various musical theater and concert performances, including productions in the Dr. Philips Center for Performing Arts.
Has performed on alto and tenor saxophone with Same is Lame Jazz ambassadors for various local community events.
Timeline
Woodwind Instructor
South Lake High School
07.2015 - Current
Performer
Walt Disney World Parks And Resorts
06.2010 - Current
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Texas Tech University
08.2007 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Music
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Master of Arts - Wind Ensemble Conducting
Texas Tech University
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