John Bixby
Hattiesburg,MS
Summary
Professional with deep expertise in music education and performance. Proven ability to lead, inspire, and develop students and ensembles to achieve high-caliber results. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and delivering quality outcomes. Skilled in conducting, arranging, and music theory, with keen sense for both artistic and administrative responsibilities. Recognized for fostering positive learning environment and driving program success.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Director of Bands
Miami Arts Studio @ Zelda Glazer
2015 - 2024
- Led band ensembles to numerous regional, state, national, and international awards in competitions, and festivals.
- Established strong relationships with local professional musicians and organizations for guest artist collaborations and educational opportunities.
- Mentored aspiring musicians, fostering individual talent development and cultivating leadership skills.
Director of Bands
Miami Killian Senior High School
2006 - 2015
- Led band ensembles to numerous regional, state, and national awards in competitions, festivals, and parades.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to integrate interdisciplinary arts education into the curriculum.
Percussion Instructor
University of Miami
2002 - 2007
- Developed strong relationships with school administration; collaborated on resource allocation decisions related to percussion program needs and goals.
- Led sectional rehearsals with ensembles to refine group dynamics, balance, blend, and precision in performances.
- Managed inventory of percussion instruments and equipment efficiently; coordinated repairs or replacements when necessary.
- Implemented innovative practice routines for students to hone their skills and boost proficiency levels.
Music Educator in Band
Unit 5 School District
1995 - 2002
- Coordinated guest artist visits to inspire students with real-world connections to professional musicians in the industry.
- Established strong relationships with parents and guardians to facilitate effective communication regarding student progress.
- Managed the percussion department for entire district.
- Led wind ensembles, marching ensembles, and music arrangements and drill design for Normal Community and Normal West High Schools.
Percussion Instructor
Cavaliers Drum and Bugle Corps
1990 - 2001
- Provided constructive feedback during individual and group lessons on technique improvement areas while celebrating personal milestones achieved through hard work.
- Utilized various assessment tools to evaluate student progress regularly, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for optimal results.
- Enhanced students'' understanding of percussion techniques by incorporating diverse teaching methods and practical exercises.
- Collaborated with fellow music instructors to create interdisciplinary projects that enriched students'' musical education experience.
Education
Doctor of Music And Arts - Instrumental Conducting
The University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS01-2027
Master of Music - Instrumental Conducting
University of Miami
Miami, FL01-1995
Bachelor of Science - Music Education
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL01-1989
Skills
- Musical direction
- Rehearsal planning
- Ensemble management
- Sight-reading mastery
- Conducting techniques
- Score analysis
Certification
- State of Florida Teaching Certificate, K-12 Music
- Miami-Dade County Public Schools Educator's Certificate, K-12 Music
- Illinois State Teaching Certificate, K-12 Music
Timeline
Director of Bands
Miami Arts Studio @ Zelda Glazer
2015 - 2024
Director of Bands
Miami Killian Senior High School
2006 - 2015
Percussion Instructor
University of Miami
2002 - 2007
Music Educator in Band
Unit 5 School District
1995 - 2002
Percussion Instructor
Cavaliers Drum and Bugle Corps
1990 - 2001
Doctor of Music And Arts - Instrumental Conducting
The University of Southern Mississippi
Master of Music - Instrumental Conducting
University of Miami
Bachelor of Science - Music Education
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
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