Nancy SUMMERS

• Directed ensemble rehearsals, enhancing musical performance and cohesion among musicians.
• Developed innovative programming to engage diverse community audiences in music education.
• Collaborated with local schools to create outreach initiatives promoting music participation.
• Mentored aspiring conductors and musicians, fostering talent and encouraging growth within the organization.
• Built strong relationships within the community by organizing outreach programs and educational workshops.
• Organized seasonal programming schedules that catered to varied audiences preferences while considering performers availability.
• Selected and arranged music for [Number] holiday performances and special events.
• Planned and scheduled rehearsals and performances and arranged details such as locations, accompanists and instrumentalists.
• Developed and maintained relationships with artists, producers and other music professionals.
• Fostered a positive rehearsal environment, promoting open communication and constructive feedback among musicians.
• Handled requests for specific musical selections.
• Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
• Studied scores to learn music in detail and develop interpretations.
• Enhanced concert performances by selecting diverse and engaging musical pieces.
• Utilized recording technology to review rehearsals critically and make necessary adjustments before performances.
• Promoted upcoming concerts through social media campaigns, increasing audience turnout at events.
• Collaborated with producers, lyricists and engineers to create unique music compositions.
• Maintained an organized music library, streamlining access to scores for rehearsals and performances.
• Spearheaded fundraising initiatives to secure financial support for program expenses and equipment purchases.
• Secured guest artist appearances at concerts by maintaining strong connections within the industry network.
• Established partnerships with local schools, providing performance opportunities for young musicians in the community.
• Transcribed musical compositions and melodic lines to adapt to particular group or create specific musical style.
• Utilized contemporary music production techniques for studio recordings.
• Collaborated with musicians for seamless coordination and optimal execution of live events.
• Evaluated musician performance regularly, offering guidance on areas requiring improvement or adjustment in technique or interpretation.
• Managed budgets effectively, allocating resources to support various music department needs.
• Developed musicians'' skills through focused rehearsals, ensuring high-quality performances.
• Cultivated partnerships with community organizations to expand program visibility and recruitment efforts.

• Attended 3-4 rehearsals per show for 11 different shows per season.
• Performed nightly mid-June to end of August

Handbell Ensemble rehearsals and monthly appearances in worship.

Chancel Choir with weekly rehearsals and weekly worships services.

Special events in the life of the church.