Joshua Thompson
Mount Vernon,NY
Summary
Confident and proficient musician skilled in a range of instruments, with special talents for album production and sound mixing. Possesses a deep knowledge of musical trends and styles and experienced in both live and recorded performances. Enthusiastic about collaborating and cultivating relationships to maximize contribution to a music oriented organization.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Instructor (Drums, Bass Guitar & Piano)
The Guitar Center
01.2022 - Current
- Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment.
- Observed and evaluated students' work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement.
- Kept updated with developments in subject area curriculum, technical and career trends and teaching resources and methods.
- Presented lectures and conducted discussions to increase students' knowledge and competence using visual aids such as graphs, charts and slides.
- Engaged students in academic and practical conversations that elicited critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication.
- Identified program successes and failures based on student assessments and course reviews.
Self Employed - Musician
JDT Music
01.2019 - Current
- Fluent in various instruments professionally, including organ, keyboard, piano, drums, bass and acoustic guitar.
- Actively promotes musical career through networking, word of mouth and social media.
- Specializes in jazz, classical, gospel and contemporary music.
- Writes and arranged original compositions for live and recorded music performances.
- Uses printed text and musical notations to memorize musical selections and routines.
- Interprets different music by making use of voice production, harmony, rhythm and melody to present characterization.
- Studies scores at length to learn music in detail and develop suitable interpretations.
- Selects appropriate pieces to meet performance needs and showcase skills.
- Built networks with local musicians to provide session support for gigs and events.
Self Employed - Music Composer
JDTMusic
01.2019 - Current
- Composed and produced three instrumental music albums, which reached six continents, in twenty-three countries.
- Determined instruments, harmonic structures, rhythms, tempos and tone balances required to achieve effects desired in each musical composition.
- Regulated volume level and sound quality during recording sessions.
- Mixed and mastered music compositions and optimized songs on albums.
- Regulated sound qualities and volume levels during recording sessions to produce desired outcomes.
- Separated instruments and peripheral sounds and mixed during post-production stage.
- Collaborated with artists, producers and engineers to create audio recordings.
Self Employed - Music Instructor
JDT Music
01.2019 - Current
- Provided instruction in one-on-one environment for students of varied age and ability.
- Taught students to master instrument of choice during weekly lessons.
- Fostered inviting and comfortable learning environments for students to promote enthusiasm for instrument of choice and commitment to practicing.
- Provided support for musical audition preparation.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss expectations for instruction, lesson scheduling and other practical matters.
- Prepared students for auditions for institutions by aiding with music selection, assigning practice hours required for mastery of piece and assessing progress and accuracy in playing.
- Advised parents of student progress by communicating student's achievements and developing methods for improvement.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
Lead Drummer
Allen Memorial Church Of God In Christ
08.2015 - Current
- Attended rehearsals, soundchecks and call times and evaluated sound quality.
- Provided timing and rhythmic foundation for band members to coordinate performance.
- Practiced individually and with ensemble regularly to develop consistent excellence of execution.
- Adapted new concepts and sound arrangements with band members.
- Practiced with band members to maintain structure and harmony of musical pieces.
- Assisted musicians with percussion needs to align with performance goals.
- Performed routine maintenance and cleaning of percussion inventory to provide optimal sound quality.
- Applied knowledge of harmony, melody, rhythm and voice production to individualize presentations and maintain audience interest.
- Efficiently set up drums at performance venues.
Music Instructor
Play Study Win Enhancement Program
05.2015 - 08.2018
- Provided appropriate, safe, caring and enriching environment for students enrolled in program.
- Facilitated one on one interactions and development of students in the arts.
- Tailored instruction to meet individual student needs and cultivated inclusive learning environment.
- Collaborated with other program instructors to assure proficiency of program and service to students.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Coastal Carolina University
Conway, SC2007
High School Diploma -
Lake View High School
Lake View, SC05.2001
Skills
- Specialty in Music Genres
- Music Selection
- Producing Shows
- Sound Mixing Expertise
- Recording and Live Performances
- Rehearsal Coordination and Scheduling
- Musical Composition
- Studio Recording
- Musician Collaboration
- Music Instruction
- Musical Arrangements Understanding
- Instrument Specialization
- Church Programming
- Project Management Abilities
- Strong Interpersonal Communications
- Building Partnerships
Accomplishments
Self produced three instrumental music albums out now on all digital music platforms.
- Joshua Thompson "The Beginning"
- Joshua D. Thompson "Just Relax"
- Joshua D. Thompson "The Music From Within"
All three albums have been played in six continents, in twenty-three countries around the world.
Timeline
Private Instructor (Drums, Bass Guitar & Piano)
The Guitar Center
01.2022 - Current
Self Employed - Musician
JDT Music
01.2019 - Current
Self Employed - Music Composer
JDTMusic
01.2019 - Current
Self Employed - Music Instructor
JDT Music
01.2019 - Current
Lead Drummer
Allen Memorial Church Of God In Christ
08.2015 - Current
Music Instructor
Play Study Win Enhancement Program
05.2015 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Coastal Carolina University
High School Diploma -
Lake View High School
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