John Dailey
San Antonio,TX
Summary
A versatile and dynamic self-employed musician with over 15 years of experience, I excel in instrument proficiency and creative collaboration. My career highlights include producing albums that garnered independent acclaim and leading tours that enhanced the local music scene. Known for innovative arrangements and effective networking, I bring a blend of technical skill and interpersonal savvy to every project.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Musician
Self Employed Musician
01.2009 - Current
- Expanded musical repertoire through exploration of diverse genres, styles, and techniques.
- Collaborated with fellow musicians for seamless performances and increased audience engagement.
- Played various instruments professionally, including guitar, piano and bass and voice.
- Elevated performance quality by consistently practicing and refining individual skills on various instruments.
- Promoted musical career by maintaining website or social media presence.
- Wrote and arranged original compositions for live music performances.
- Consistently performed in throuought.
- Produced and recorded studio albums for various musical acts and genres.
- Improved overall band dynamics by providing constructive feedback and fostering open communication among members.
- Toured with successful bands, providing professional, punctual backing support.
- Enhanced audience experience by incorporating innovative musical arrangements and techniques.
- Secured consistent gig opportunities through effective networking with venue owners and event organizers.
- Assisted in coordinating logistics during concert tours including travel plans, lodging accommodations, and equipment transportation.
- Generated interest in local music scene by organizing and promoting concerts featuring up-and-coming talent.
- Contributed to the creative direction of music videos, directing and enhancing brand image and attracting new audiences.
- Recorded album that received positive reviews from independent music blogs.
- Cultivated network of industry contacts, leading to more collaboration opportunities.
- Performed live concerts and gigs at various venues, entertaining audiences and building a fan base for the past 15+ years.
Education
High School Diploma -
Winston Churchill
San Antonio, TXRecording And Engineering Program -
Musicians Institute
Los Angeles, CA05-2005
Skills
- [Instrument] proficiency
- Music theory
- Writing lyrics
- Arranging music
- Composition
- Harmonizing
- Ear training
- Sight reading
- Harmony understanding
- Musical notation reading
- Aural training
- Transposing
- Music theory expertise
- Arrangement expertise
- Studio recording experience
- Orchestra background
- Live performances
- Music composition
- Extensive performance background
- Studio recordings
- Musical theory
- Musical arrangements
- Original songwriter
Notable Shows
2010 Tour
TH 8/12 - Denton - Andy's bar
F 8/13- Amarillo - Golden Cantina
S - 8/15 Albuquerque - orchid chamber.
M - 8/16 Flagstaff - Cinnabar
T - 8/17 Vegas - Art Space
W - 8/18 LA gypsy lounge
T - 8/19 Oakland CA, WE artspace
F - 8/20 SF, CA viracocha
S - 8/21 Long BeachFern's cocktails.
S - 8/22 Scottsdale - The Rogue
M - 8/23 Las Cruces - Equinox,
T - 8/24 San Antone - Pedicab Bar
W - 8/25 Baton Rouge/ Houston - walter's on washington
t - 8/26 New Orleans - Circle Bar.
S 8/29 Chattanooga JJ's Bohemia
M - 8/30 Knoxville - radio gig early
T - 8/31 10:30 - Knoxville for Blue Plate
-Booked Preservation pub
F - 9/3 New York - BOOKED First Friday afterparty at Big Pete's
S - 9/4 Lancaster, PA - Chameleon Club
2012 SA, TX Album Release at sold out Limelight
2013 Tour
7/26 502 Bar SA,TX
8/2 Artmosphere Lafayette, LA
8/3 Alabama Music Box Mobile, AL
8/4 The Basement Nashville, TN
8/6 Daytrotter Rock Island, IL
8/7 Rozz Tox Rock Island, IL
8/7 Reggie;s Chicago, IL
8/8 Record Bar Kansas City, MO
8/9 The Phoenix Fayetteville, AR
8/10 Rubber Gloves Denton, TX
8/11 Holy Mountain, Austin, TX
2015 Tour
7/15 Circle Bar New Orleans, LA
7/17 Egan’s Tuscaloosa, AL
7/18 Five Spot Nashville TN
7/19 The Cave Chapel Hill, NC
7/23 Kung Fu Necktie Philly, PA
7/24 Le Grand Fromage Atlantic City, NJ
7/26 Palisades Brooklyn, NY
7/29 Rozz Tox Rock Island, IL
7/30 Daytrotter Rock Island, IL
9/28/2016 Utopia Fest with Big Thief Paper Tiger SA, TX
12/9 2016 Album Release Limelight SA, TX
2/27/2020 EP release at Lonesome Rose SA, TX
5/7/2022 Album Release 502 SA, TX
12/31/2022 Celebrate SA NYE Countdown S. Alamo Mainstage
8/16/2024 Stable Hall
Timeline
Musician
Self Employed Musician
01.2009 - Current
High School Diploma -
Winston Churchill
Recording And Engineering Program -
Musicians Institute
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