Jude Gaspard
Lafayette,LA
Summary
Accomplished music educator with over 20 years of experience in band direction and choir leadership. Skilled in budget management and organizing performances, ensuring successful events that highlight student talent and foster teamwork.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Band Director
LJ Alleman Middle School Fine Arts Academy
Lafayette, Louisiana
08.2020 - Current
- Foster positive learning environment that encourages teamwork and creative expression among students, enhancing their musical collaboration.
- Prepare students for performances, auditions, and competitions.
- Teach and develop music fundamentals in students through rigorous instruction.
- Organize and direct school performances that showcase student talent and creativity, providing opportunities for public recognition and growth.
- Consistent superior ratings and the most students selected to District and All State Honor Band
Organist/Choir Director
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Broussard, LA
09.2017 - Current
- Play organ for weekly Masses and special church events.
- Select appropriate hymns and liturgical music for worship services.
- Lead rehearsals for choir members to prepare for performances.
- Maintain budget and coordinate visiting instrumentalists
Band Director
Erath Middle School
Erath, Louisiana
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Organized and directed school performances, enhancing student confidence and fostering community engagement.
- Selected musical selections for concert programming to align with student abilities and interests, promoting inclusivity and participation.
- Communicated with parents about student progress, strengthening relationships and support for the band program.
Band Director
North Vermilion High School
Maurice, LA
01.2004 - 05.2018
- Planned and directed events for marching, concert, and jazz bands.
- Maintained a detailed budget for purchasing equipment, supplies, and operational expenses.
- Maintained positive relationships with band parents and assisted with fundraising activities to support the band program's needs financially.
- Organized and conducted regular rehearsals with high school bands to prepare for performances.
- Consistent superior ratings and several Class A State Championships at La. Showcase of Marching Bands
Education
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN12-2010
Bachelor of Education - Instrumental Music Education
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LA12-2004
Skills
- Rehearsal planning
- Budget management
- Event organization
- Collaborative leadership
- Effective communication
- Rehearsal techniques
- Student motivation
- Music Arrangement
Southwest Louisiana Band Directors' Association
- President 2010-Present
- Organize events for District Band Events
- Preside over meetings
- Work with treasurer to maintain budget
- Communicate and coordinate with association members and visiting clinicians/judges
Accomplishments
2024 Louisiana Music Educators' Standard of Excellence Award Recipient
References
- Randy Schexnayder, Retired Superintendent Vermilion Parish Schools 337.962.8591
- Allison Champagne, Principal LJ Alleman Fine Arts Magnet Academy aachampagne@lpssonline.com
- Fr. Michael Delcambre, Pastor Sacred Heart Catholic Church 337.837.1864
Timeline
Band Director
LJ Alleman Middle School Fine Arts Academy
08.2020 - Current
Band Director
Erath Middle School
08.2018 - 05.2020
Organist/Choir Director
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
09.2017 - Current
Band Director
North Vermilion High School
01.2004 - 05.2018
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
American College of Education
Bachelor of Education - Instrumental Music Education
University of Louisiana At Lafayette