Jonah Porter
Spring Hill,FL
Summary
Skilled at performing both classical and contemporary pieces. Proficient in standard procedures for symphonic, jazz, marching band, church and live performances. Friendly and relatable with a professional approach and detail-oriented nature.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Percussionist
Various Bands
Spring Hill, FL
08.2020 - Current
- Performed in a variety of musical settings, including percussion ensemble, jazz ensemble, marching band, and community concert band.
- Practiced and rehearsed music regularly to maintain proficiency in technique and style.
- Maintained inventory of drumheads, sticks, mallets, and other supplies necessary for performance preparation.
- Utilized various types of auxiliary percussion instruments during live shows.
- Collaborated with directors to create unique rhythmic textures that enhanced the overall soundscape of each song.
- Ensured all equipment was properly set up prior to concerts or recording sessions.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations or unexpected challenges during performances.
- Kept percussion instruments well-maintained.
Education
Music
Frank W. Springstead High School
Spring Hill, FL05-2027
Associate of Arts - Music
Pasco-Hernando State College
New Port Richey, FL05-2027
Skills
- Reading Sheet Music
- Improvisation abilities
- Broad genre experience
- Collaborative Team Player
- Taking Cues and Direction
- Live Music Performances
- Active Listening
- Confidence
- Percussion proficiency
- Solos and Ensembles
- Professional Demeanor
Accomplishments
- Most Outstanding Student, Middle School Band
- Musicianship Award, Middle School Band
- Citrus-Hernando All County Middle School Band
- Florida All State Middle School Honor Band
- Hernando All County High School Honor Band
- Florida State Solo & Ensemble
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Percussionist
Various Bands
08.2020 - Current
Music
Frank W. Springstead High School
Associate of Arts - Music
Pasco-Hernando State College
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