Matthew Marion
Pianist And Music Teacher
Providence,RI
Summary
Seasoned Pianist and Educator for over 15 years. Extensive knowledge of Music history and Theory from the Baroque Period to Modern day. Skilled in leading Bands, conducting choirs, writing arrangement, Jazz improvisation and classical sight reading. Dedicated to the perpetuation of excellent musical education for grades k-12. Highly creative, articulate and adaptable.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of post-secondary education
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Orchestra Pianist
Norwegian Cruise Line
Miami, FL
06.2018 - 02.2020
- Ensured all music requiring Pianist was played at highest quality level for all Guest Entertainment, Production shows, Jazz sets, and Lounge sets
- Developed procedures and programs for bands to meet and exceed weekly performance needs.
- Provided VIP entertainment to investors and specialty guests onboard
- Reached over 100k guests during time onboard
- Toured over 34 countries and counting
Private Piano Teacher
Haynes Private Music Lessons
East Bridgewater, MA
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Developed customized lessons plans for every client.
- Increased studio clientele by 15%
- Adapted to new online Teaching approach bringing unique learning experience and increasing retention rate for studio
- Taught Piano, Violin and Cello
Music Director
Unitarian Universalists Of Uxbridge
Uxbridge, Ma
11.2017 - Current
- Developed Church music program that helped increased and retained member base by 20%
- Manage complete catalogue of church music each year and secure other musicians for special events
- Conduct and schedule all choir rehearsals for services.
- Provide all music performed in building on Piano, Organ, or Violin
Substitute teacher
West Warwick School Department
West Warwick, RI
09.2018 - Current
- Maintained all standards for students in classrooms ensuring full continuity for teachers lessons and planning on return.
- Created full semester lesson plans that meet all Core standards for long term positions in Music and Art
Substitute Teacher, K-12
North Providence School Department
North Providence , RI
08.2016 - 07.2019
- Maintained all standards for students in classrooms ensuring full continuity for teachers lessons and planning on return.
- Provided all students equal opportunity for understanding , adapting teaching methods whenever needed
- Took on any assignment or subject needed to provide coverage and safety to all students
- Created full semester lesson plans that meet all Core standards for long term positions in Music and Art when needed
Orchestra Pianist
Celebrity Cruise Lines, Royal Caribbean
Miami, FL
03.2017 - 08.2018
- Provided all music requiring Pianist at highest quality, for all Guest entertainment, production shows and Jazz sets
- Trained new cruise band members in maritime and band procedures
- Created new arrangements of works needed by Guest entertainment
- Lead bands during Jazz performances and maintained exemplary customer relationships
Music Director
Emmanuel Lutheran Church
Worcester, MA
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Performed All Music on Piano and Organ for services and special events
- Scheduled and increased Choir and Library , doubling choir membership in 6 months.
Master Teacher
Community String Project
Bristol, RI
09.2013 - 09.2016
- Created and planned integrated lessons for Elementary schools students in Violin Cello and Viola
- Represented the CSP in the Bristol Derby Day Fundraiser which raised 46,000$ for the Project.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets and attendance logs.
Piano and Violin Instructor
Chris Bs Music Studio
Cranston, RI
10.2008 - 01.2012
- Provided individualized learning plans for every student to enable them to reach their personal goals.
- Adapted to every age group (4-65 ) and learning ability will music and programs that would keep them engaged and fulfilled.
Piano Mover
Luca Music
North Providence, RI
02.2019 - Current
- Work with team to transport Steinway and Yamaha Pianos to homes and venues with efficiency and safety
- Provide sales service for merchandise when in store.
- Loaded and secured trucks for transport, and used dolly's and other moving equipment
Order Picker
Amazon Warehouse
Fall River, MA
05.2020 - 07.2020
- Operated warehouse equipment and reported instances of safety code violations to management to reduce risk of accidents.
- Earned order picker License.
- Detail-oriented Order Picker with experience working in various large warehouse environments. Seeking similar role where outstanding packing skills and strong commitment to safety will be valued.
- Exceeded Daily order target by 15% for 16 Days total
Education
High School Diploma -
CRANSTON HIGH SCHOOL EAST
Cranston, RI 09.2006 - 01.2010
Bachelors of Music Performance - Piano Performance
RHODE ISAND COLLEGE
Providence, RI 09.2010 - 06.2015
Skills
Extensive experience in Teaching
undefinedCertification
Expert Residency of Music k-12
Timeline
Expert Residency of Music k-12
07-2021
Private Piano Teacher
Haynes Private Music Lessons
08.2020 - 01.2021
Order Picker
Amazon Warehouse
05.2020 - 07.2020
Piano Mover
Luca Music
02.2019 - Current
Substitute teacher
West Warwick School Department
09.2018 - Current
Orchestra Pianist
Norwegian Cruise Line
06.2018 - 02.2020
Music Director
Unitarian Universalists Of Uxbridge
11.2017 - Current
Orchestra Pianist
Celebrity Cruise Lines, Royal Caribbean
03.2017 - 08.2018
Substitute Teacher, K-12
North Providence School Department
08.2016 - 07.2019
Music Director
Emmanuel Lutheran Church
01.2015 - 01.2017
Master Teacher
Community String Project
09.2013 - 09.2016
Bachelors of Music Performance - Piano Performance
RHODE ISAND COLLEGE
09.2010 - 06.2015
Piano and Violin Instructor
Chris Bs Music Studio
10.2008 - 01.2012
High School Diploma -
CRANSTON HIGH SCHOOL EAST
09.2006 - 01.2010
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