Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer & Work Experience
Leadership Positions
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Maurice Watkins

Houston,Texas

Summary

To provide a pleasant and helpful experience for those engaged in the musical arts. By promoting an appreciation for good music and promulgating an uncompromising respect.

Work History

Trombonist

713PhilHarmonic Orchestra
Houston, Texas
10.2026 - Current
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Band Director

HISD
Houston, Texas
07.2026 - Current
  • Collaborated on concert and marching band repertoire preparation for school performances, ensuring high-quality presentations.
  • Facilitated student band rehearsals for Houston Independent School District programs to enhance musical skills and performance readiness.
  • Managed budget details for instrument, supply, and sheet music purchases to optimize resource allocation.
  • Worked with campus staff on event, trip, and performance logistics.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music with a Minor in Business Administration

Prairie View A&M University
Prairie View, TX
05-2026

Skills

  • Educated in all wind instruments & specialize in Low Brass (including Tuba, Euphonium, & Trombone)
  • Can arrange for small ensembles, marching band, & etc
  • Experience Conducting multiple ensembles such as marching band, orchestra, and wind ensembles
  • Budget management
  • Project planning

Volunteer & Work Experience

  • National Battle of the Bands Band Camp, Volunteer, Houston, TX, 2023
  • Revive the Culture, Band Director, Dallas, TX, 2025-2026
  • Waller County Battle of the Bands, Judge, Waller, TX, 2023
  • Drumline Live Tour, Trombonist, Atlanta, GA, 2023 - 2024

Leadership Positions

  • Trombone Choir Student Director August 2022-May 2026
  • Trombone Section Leader August 2022- May 2024
  • Marching Storm Band Captain August 2024-May 2026
  • Concert Band Student Director January 2026- May 2026

Affiliations

Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity Inc. & Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc.

Timeline

Trombonist

713PhilHarmonic Orchestra
10.2026 - Current

Band Director

HISD
07.2026 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Music with a Minor in Business Administration

Prairie View A&M University
Maurice Watkins