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Nathan Newman

Nathan Newman

Student
Durango,CO

Summary

Violinist with a passion for art and music, seeking opportunities to learn and grow. Dedicated and hardworking, with a strong work ethic. Proven ability to master complex musical concepts and perform at a high level. Experience in a variety of musical settings, including orchestras, chamber ensembles, and solo recitals. Eager to contribute to a team and collaborate with other musicians.

Work History

Section First Violin

San Juan Symphony
Durango, CO
08.2023 - Current
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.

Barista

Smiley Cafe
Durango, CO
06.2023 - Current
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
  • Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
  • Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.

Mountain Operations Assistant

Purgatory
Durango, CO
08.2022 - Current
  • Assisted with various mountain operations tasks, such as setting up equipment, maintaining slopes, and ensuring a safe environment for guests
  • Exhibited strong teamwork and communication skills in a dynamic and challenging work environment

Car Wash Attendant

Durango Motor Company
Durango, CO
03.2022 - 08.2022
  • Responsible for washing cars and ensuring they are cleaned to high standards
  • Assisted with other tasks as needed to support the overall operations of the dealership

Ranch Hand

Via Verde Ranch
Durango, CO
04.2021 - 08.2021
  • Contributed to various ranch operations, including feeding animals, maintaining facilities, and assisting with daily tasks
  • Demonstrated a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment

Education

Durango High School
Durango, CO

Skills

Hard-working

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Extracurricular Activities

  • Durango High School Football (2020 - 2022) - Played as a Starting Varsity Defensive End. A part of the team to win Durango’s first state championship since 1954.
  • Student quartet (2021 - present) - Performed as a professional quartet put on by the San Juan Symphony - Many independent recitals as a quartet, playing repertoire such as Dvořák / String Quartet No. 12 in F major, Op. 96 "American", and Johannes Brahms - String Quartet No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 51 No. 1.
  • Violin Private Lessons (2010 - present) - Completed all of ten of the Suzuki method books - Played concertos such as the Violin Concerto No. 3 in B minor, Op. 61, by Saint-Saëns, and Violin Concerto No. 1 in G minor, Op. 26 by Max Bruch. - Currently working the The Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 35 by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky.
  • School Orchestra (2022 - present) - Leader of the orchestra - selected to play in the top symphonic Colorado All-State Orchestra - Led our orchestra to state - One of the leaders in the chamber orchestra as a violinist, and violist.
  • San Juan Youth Symphony Orchestra (2014 - present) - One of the youngest ever to be accepted by audition into the orchestra - The current concert master of the symphony.
  • San Juan Symphony Side-by-Side (2014 - 2021) - The youngest ever to be accepted by audition to play with the professional symphony orchestra.
  • Professional Quartet (2023 - present) - Second violin in a paid professional quartet contracted with weddings
  • San Juan Symphony (2023 - present) - Paid professional in the San Juan Symphony. Contracted through the end of the semester. Playing such music as, Symphony No. 5 in E minor, Op.64 by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, and The Piano Concerto in C-sharp minor, Op. 45 by Amy Beach.
  • Colorado All State (2022 - 2023) - Attended the top Colorado All State Symphonic Orchestra sitting second chair, second violins. Plan to attend in 2024.
  • Summer institutes (2021 - 2022) - Accepted by audition into the Lamont pre-college summer institute for two years in a row

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