Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Orchestral Experience
Chamber Music Experience
Principal Teachers
Personal Information
References
Administrative Experience
Master Classes
Certification
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Laura Dwyer

Cherry Hill,NJ

Summary

Professional Flutist with expertise in fundraising strategies, volunteer management, and event planning. Directed initiatives that generated over $500,000 for community projects, enhancing audience engagement and fostering partnerships. Experienced instructor in community engagement and educational program development, with a proven track record in coordinating impactful music programs and promoting student growth through innovative teaching methods.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Adjunct Instructor of Music Appreciation

Maryville University
01.2018 - Current
  • Facilitated engaging classroom discussions to promote active student participation.
  • Evaluated student assignments and delivered constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Developed supplementary materials to foster student understanding and enthusiasm.

Adjunct Instructor of Flute and Flute Ensemble

McKendree University
01.2018 - Current
  • Designed engaging lesson plans for diverse groups, including Music Education Majors and non-majors.
  • Mentored aspiring educators on pedagogical techniques, effective communication, and student motivation.

Facilitated ensemble rehearsals to enhance musical skills and selected appropriate repertoire.

  • Crafted individualized content tailored to support unique student development goals.

Adjunct Instructor of Flute and Instrumental Ensemble

Maryville University
01.2017 - Current
  • Designed engaging lesson plans catering to diverse student groups.
  • Created tailored course materials for ensemble courses targeting Music Therapy Majors.
  • Facilitated discussions enhancing skills in composition, arrangement, and performance.
  • Evaluated student assignments and provided constructive feedback to foster improvement.
  • Coordinated final performances to showcase comprehensive student talents.

Director of Volunteer Programs

St. Louis Symphony Orchestra
01.2015 - Current
  • Directed stewardship of over 300 members in Symphony Volunteer Association and Leadership Circle donors.
  • Managed fundraising initiatives, generating over $500,000 for Powell Hall renovation project.
  • Facilitated volunteer programs, including annual fundraisers and audience experience initiatives.
  • Collaborated with artistic teams to develop concert programming for volunteer events.
  • Supported fundraising through strategic event planning and coordination activities.
  • Participated in strategic sessions to enhance audience engagement initiatives.
  • Developed marketing materials to promote volunteer activities and special events effectively.

Private Flute Instructor

01.1985 - Current
  • Guided private students to achieve top honors, including All-State first chair flute positions, Concerto competition winners, and university scholarships.
  • Developed tailored lesson plans addressing individual student needs and learning styles.
  • Organized and directed recitals across various venues to showcase student talent.
  • Fostered relationships with local schools and music organizations for performance opportunities.
  • Prepared students for college entrance auditions and exams related to flute playing.
  • Conducted specialized classes on improvisation, jazz techniques, and tone production.

Director

Jacksonville Symphony Youth Orchestra
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Coordinated communications between staff, musicians, and parents to ensure smooth operations.
  • Assisted in organizing rehearsals and events for youth orchestra members.
  • Collaborated with musicians to improve performance quality and cohesion.
  • Supported development of educational programs for young musicians.
  • Engaged volunteers to streamline event logistics and support activities.
  • Contributed ideas for enhancing orchestra experiences for students and families.
  • Partnered with senior leadership to establish long-term objectives for Jacksonville Symphony Youth Orchestra.

Executive Director

First Coast Community Music School
01.2010 - 01.2014
  • Created and managed programs to enhance educational offerings and community engagement.
  • Executed fundraising initiatives, securing financial support for institutional growth.
  • Oversaw faculty hiring processes, attracting qualified educators for program success.
  • Developed marketing strategies, increasing visibility of educational programs.
  • Cultivated partnerships with affiliates and community members to foster collaboration.
  • Coordinated outreach programs to engage local residents in music education.
  • Organized fundraising events that supported music programs and student scholarships.
  • Facilitated workshops showcasing student talents within the community.

Adjunct Instructor of Flute

Jacksonville University
01.2009 - 01.2014
  • Designed engaging lesson plans for private lessons to improve student learning outcomes.
  • Evaluated student performance through assignments and exams to identify improvement areas.
  • Collaborated with faculty members to align curriculum with program objectives.
  • Cultivated a positive learning environment by promoting critical thinking skills.
  • Developed Music for Dance course, enhancing dancers' understanding of music fundamentals and composers' insights.

Adjunct Instructor of Secondary Flute

University of North Florida
01.2008 - 01.2014
  • Developed instructional materials tailored to diverse student learning needs.
  • Facilitated engaging discussions and activities to enhance classroom interaction.
  • Implemented interactive teaching methods that enriched overall learning experiences.
  • Connected course material to current social and economic issues to promote lifelong learning.
  • Created comprehensive lesson plans addressing required topics and learning objectives.

Instructor

First Coast Community Music School
01.2005 - 01.2014
  • Taught flute, music history, chamber music, and yoga courses to diverse student groups.
    Developed tailored lesson plans for Music My Size program to enhance learning outcomes.
    Facilitated chamber music sessions, promoting collaboration among student musicians.
    Instructed yoga classes integrated with musical concepts to foster creativity and ease in performance.

Music Education Programs Director

Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra
01.2005 - 01.2008
  • Managed scheduling and creation of Youth Education programs, delivering instruction for Audience members via pre-concert discussions and Series (Power of Music and Music Appreciation) in theCommunity

Flute Instructor and Chamber Music Coach

Kammermusik, Sunrise Springs Resort
, NM
01.1998 - 01.2008
  • Company Overview: NM
  • International Adult Chamber Music Camp
  • Duties include Flute Ensemble, Masterclasses, coaching of small and large ensembles, repertoire choice, Faculty Woodwind Quintet
  • NM

Lecturer II - Music Appreciation

University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM
01.1997 - 01.2004
  • Developed and instructed Mus 139, Mus 140, and Mus 139-609 FLC honors courses linked with Cultural Anthropology.
  • Recognized as best course on campus through student feedback.
  • Created course materials to enhance student learning experiences.
  • Prepared engaging lectures on diverse subjects for undergraduate students.
  • Facilitated group discussions to promote critical thinking and participation.
  • Evaluated student performance using tests, quizzes, and projects.
  • Maintained supportive classroom environment for diverse student populations.
  • Actively engaged with students during class to foster positive learning atmosphere.

Lecturer II - Music Appreciation

Kirtland Air Force Base UNM Division
Albuquerque, NM
01.1997 - 01.2004
  • Company Overview: Albuquerque, NM
  • Mus 139, History of Rock and Roll
  • Albuquerque, NM

Woodwind Coach

Albuquerque Youth Symphony
Albuquerque, NM
01.1996 - 01.1998
  • Company Overview: Albuquerque, NM
  • Albuquerque, NM

Director - Summer Chamber Music Festival

First Conservatory
La Grange, IL
01.1994 - 01.1996
  • Organized publicity campaigns to promote chamber music and music theory programs.
  • Contracted musicians for various performances, ensuring high-quality entertainment.
  • Managed payroll processes for all personnel involved in music programs.

Director

First Conservatory
La Grange, IL
01.1993 - 01.1996
  • Facilitated communication among staff, students, and parents to ensure smooth operations.
  • Supported development of educational programs for young musicians to enhance learning experiences.
  • Planned outreach initiatives that significantly increased community engagement.
  • Cultivated relationships with parents through prompt responses to inquiries and concerns.
  • Instructed Adult Ensemble, Flute Studio, and Chamber Ensemble courses.
  • Led Flute and Kindermusik classes to foster musical growth in diverse age groups.

Woodwind Coach

Chicago Youth Concert Orchestra
Chicago, IL
01.1995
  • Guided youth musicians in developing skills and techniques.

Woodwind Coach

West Suburban Youth Symphony
La Grange, IL
01.1993
  • Guided youth musicians in developing skills and techniques.

Education

Master of Music - Flute Performance

DePaul University
Chicago, IL
01.1995

Bachelor of Music - Flute Performance, Minor in Music Theory

University of North Texas
Denton, TX
01.1988

Skills

  • Community engagement
  • Volunteer management
  • Event planning
  • Fundraising strategies
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication on the importance of music education, and the power of music
  • Relationship building with stakeholders, staff, and students
  • Music expertise

Orchestral Experience

  • Saint Louis Symphony, St. Louis, MO, Extra Flute/Picc, 14-present
  • Winter Opera, St. Louis, MO, Flute/Picc, 18-present
  • Heartland Festival Orchestra, Peoria, IL, Extra Flute/Picc
  • Santa Fe Symphony, Santa Fe, NM, Second Flute/Picc, 97-present
  • IRIS Orchestra, Second Flute/Picc, 15-present
  • Colorado Music Festival, Second Flute/Picc, 09-present
  • Sarasota Opera Orchestra, Principal Flute, 04-10
  • Phoenix Symphony, Extra, 13-present
  • Hilton Head Symphony, 12-present
  • Santa Fe Opera, Extra - Second, Fourth, & Piccolo, 02-present
  • Florida West Coast Symphony, Extra, 04-present
  • Music de Camara Orchestra, Santa Fe, NM, Principal, 98-present
  • Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra, Extra, 03-present
  • Charleston Symphony Orchestra, Extra, 05-present
  • Florida Orchestra, Extra, 08-present
  • Palm Beach Opera, Extra, 07-present
  • Opera Southwest, Albuquerque, NM, Principal, 99-07
  • Santa Fe Opera Winter Production, Second/Piccolo, 02
  • Berkshire Choral Festival, Santa Fe, NM, Principal, 00-02
  • Santa Fe Desert Chorale, Principal, 01
  • New Mexico Symphony Orchestra, Extra (1st call), 98-04
  • Chamber Orchestra of Albuquerque, Extra (1st call), 98-04
  • Classical Symphony, Chicago, IL, Principal, 93-98
  • Fox Valley Symphony, Aurora, IL, Second, 94-98
  • New Philharmonic, Glen Ellyn, IL, Piccolo, 94-98
  • University of Chicago Summer Opera Festival Orchestra, Principal, 94
  • Illinois Chamber Symphony, St. Charles, IL, Guest Principal, 97
  • Lincolnwood Chamber Orchestra, Lincolnwood, IL, Principal, 92-94
  • Rockford Symphony, Rockford, IL, Extra, 92
  • North Texas State University Lab Bands, 86-88
  • Dallas Jazz Orchestra, Extra, 86-91
  • University of Whitewater Faculty Big Band, Guest Soloist, 92-02
  • Paul Guerrero Big Band, 81-91

Chamber Music Experience

  • New Mexico Woodwind Quintet, Albuquerque, NM, 98-04
  • Cube (New Music Ensemble), Chicago, IL, 96
  • Nemo Rising (New Music Composer Organization), Chicago, IL, 96
  • Chicago Chamber Music Collective, Flute and Co-Leader, 93-04
  • Soundings (New Music Ensemble), Hartford, CT, 98-present
  • I virtuosi, Dallas, TX, 90-95

Principal Teachers

  • Keith Underwood, Mannes School of Music, New York, NY
  • Donald Peck, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Principal, Chicago, IL
  • Mary Stolper, DePaul University, Chicago, IL
  • James Pellerite, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN, Professor Emeritus
  • Mary Karen Clardy, University of North Texas, Denton, TX

Personal Information

Title: Flutist/Educator

References

  • Dr. Amy Porter, Professor of Flute, University of Michigan, 734-717-6163, akporter@umich.edu
  • Jennifer Montone, Principal Horn, Philadelphia Orchestra, 646-245-7050, Montonej1@gmail.com
  • Dr. Christina Jennings, Professor of Flute, University of Colorado, Boulder, 646-320-7968, Christina.jennings@colorado.edu
  • Dr. Kenneth Williams, Specialist, Instrumental Music, Duval Public Schools

Administrative Experience

  • Director of Volunteer Programs, St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, 15-present
  • Executive Director, First Coast Community Music School, 10-14
  • Music Education Programs Director, Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra, 05-08
  • Executive Administrator, The Jacksonville Conservatory of Music, Jacksonville, FL, 05-07
  • Director, First Conservatory, La Grange, IL, 93-96
  • Director, Summer Chamber Music Festival at First Conservatory, La Grange, IL, 94-96

Master Classes

  • Curtis Institute of Music, 20-present
  • The Julliard School
  • National Flute Association Convention, 07
  • Trevor Wye Summer Master Class, 04-09
  • University of New Mexico, 04-07
  • University of West Virginia, 08
  • The Anatomy of Sound, 05-present
  • Kammermusik Workshop Masterclasses, 98-08
  • Albuquerque Flute Association, Albuquerque, NM, 97-04
  • University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM, 98-04

Certification

  • Meditation
  • Yoga
  • Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Adjunct Instructor of Music Appreciation

Maryville University
01.2018 - Current

Adjunct Instructor of Flute and Flute Ensemble

McKendree University
01.2018 - Current

Adjunct Instructor of Flute and Instrumental Ensemble

Maryville University
01.2017 - Current

Director of Volunteer Programs

St. Louis Symphony Orchestra
01.2015 - Current

Director

Jacksonville Symphony Youth Orchestra
01.2013 - 01.2014

Executive Director

First Coast Community Music School
01.2010 - 01.2014

Adjunct Instructor of Flute

Jacksonville University
01.2009 - 01.2014

Adjunct Instructor of Secondary Flute

University of North Florida
01.2008 - 01.2014

Instructor

First Coast Community Music School
01.2005 - 01.2014

Music Education Programs Director

Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra
01.2005 - 01.2008

Flute Instructor and Chamber Music Coach

Kammermusik, Sunrise Springs Resort
01.1998 - 01.2008

Lecturer II - Music Appreciation

University of New Mexico
01.1997 - 01.2004

Lecturer II - Music Appreciation

Kirtland Air Force Base UNM Division
01.1997 - 01.2004

Woodwind Coach

Albuquerque Youth Symphony
01.1996 - 01.1998

Woodwind Coach

Chicago Youth Concert Orchestra
01.1995

Director - Summer Chamber Music Festival

First Conservatory
01.1994 - 01.1996

Director

First Conservatory
01.1993 - 01.1996

Woodwind Coach

West Suburban Youth Symphony
01.1993

Private Flute Instructor

01.1985 - Current

Master of Music - Flute Performance

DePaul University

Bachelor of Music - Flute Performance, Minor in Music Theory

University of North Texas
Laura Dwyer
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