Leslie Griffin
Musician/Educator
Willard,OH
Summary
Enthusiastic, hardworking and passionate musician with over 40 years of experience in performance and education. Excellent reputation for bringing out the best in performers, recruiting dynamic singers/musicians, and solving problems creatively.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Teacher
New London Local School District
New London, OH
08.2019 - 01.2023
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions and chords.
- Organized musical equipment thoughtfully to develop classroom routines, managing materials efficiently with minimal lost activity time.
- Instructed students on vocal performance, harmonizing, performing scales and proper posturing.
- Led instrumental students in playing simple ensemble songs.
- Developed daily lesson plans to generate interest in vocals, movements and use of classroom instruments.
- Prepared high school, middle school and elementary school students for live performances by vocally educating and rehearsing as the music director for plays and musicals.
- Maintained student records and evaluated each pupil's musical growth, performance and musical understanding.
Art and Music Instructor
Self Employed
Sandusky, OH
04.2014 - 08.2020
- Provided art instruction in classroom, as well as a one-on-one environment for students of varied age and ability.
- Instructed students in music performance in a private studio environment.
- Provided support for musical and vocal audition preparation.
Music Teacher/Head Band Director
St. Peter School And ICS
Huron/Bellevue, OH
08.2016 - 07.2019
- Monitored student progress based on detailed weekly lesson plans and assessments.
- Assessed musicians and assigned instruments and parts for songs and concerts.
- Maintained private studio of 10 instrumental and 10 vocal students in preparation for concerts, competitions, community performances.
- Planned four concerts/musicals yearly and marketed concerts to students, parents and general public.
- Inventoried, maintained, repaired and purchased new instruments and gear for department.
- Scored compositions for consistency with instrumental and vocal capabilities.
- Wrote plays and arranged music in original styles.
- Auditioned and selected performers for musical presentations.
- Transposed pieces from one instrument to another and one key to another to accommodate client and musician preferences.
Worship Leader
Shady Grove Baptist Church
Belton, SC
05.2004 - 04.2012
- Recruited volunteers for choirs and worship teams.
- Coordinated music and special vocals for worship services.
- Supported pastor in discerning and meeting spiritual needs and helped church members and guests develop sense of belonging.
- Set up PowerPoint presentations with lyrics for congregation.
- Performed as versatile vocalist and instrumentalist to support inspirational worship services.
- Oversaw budget and programming for worship arts ministry and engaged outside services economically and responsibly.
- Developed programs for holidays and unique events.
- Held worship team accountable for facilitating God-inspired worship and continually encouraged, equipped and empowered volunteers.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms and nursing home services.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education With An Emphasis in Vocal/Choral
Anderson University
Anderson, SC05.1999
High School Diploma -
Belton-Honea Path High School
Honea Path, SC06.1988
Skills
- Undergraduate Teaching
- Student Recruitment
- Performance Coaching
- Rehearsal Direction
- Goal Setting
- Time Management
- Proven Vocal and Instrumentalist
- Skilled painting, piano, vocal and trumpet instructor
- Music principles and history
- Party and Event Management
- Communicative and articulate
- Art and music education
Hobbies
I enjoy spending time with family, gardening, reading and writing.
Quote
Music washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.
Berthold Auerbach
Timeline
Music Teacher
New London Local School District
08.2019 - 01.2023
Music Teacher/Head Band Director
St. Peter School And ICS
08.2016 - 07.2019
Art and Music Instructor
Self Employed
04.2014 - 08.2020
Worship Leader
Shady Grove Baptist Church
05.2004 - 04.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education With An Emphasis in Vocal/Choral
Anderson University
High School Diploma -
Belton-Honea Path High School
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