Paul Griffin
Composer / Songwriter
Sleepy Hollow,NY
Summary
I am a composer in the midst of a miraculous surge of creativity. A longtime musician, songwriter, performer, and educator, I have rediscovered my passion for serious composition. Inspired by a personal crisis that has caused an artistic awakening, I have channeled my pain and energy into creating music out of necessity that I am eager to share with the world. I bring joy and soul to every note!
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Songwriter / Lead Singer / Melodica
The Sweet Vermouths
Sleepy Hollow, NY
09.2018 - Current
- Recorded 12 original songs for a studio album in June, 2021
- Perform and rehearse regular in the Hudson Valley, including at the Tarrytown Music Hall
Piano Player / Songwriter
The Greg Jacquin Band
Sleepy Hollow, NY
02.2017 - Current
- Songwriter & piano/keyboards player for rock band
- Performed all over New York City and the Hudson Valley, including Rockwood Music Hall, Tarrytown Music Hall, and Daryl's House
Music Teacher
Neighborhood House
Sleepy Hollow, NY
06.2019 - 12.2020
- Taught 3-hour songwriting seminar, including lecture on "Oh, What A Beautiful Morning"
- Performed by singing and playing the piano for Christmas shows
Music Teacher
Tarrytown Nursery School
Tarrytown, NY
03.2019 - 06.2020
- Taught children music through piano singalongs, instrument experimentation, and movement
Piano Player
Sleepy Hollow School District
Sleepy Hollow, NY
09.2018 - 03.2020
- Played piano and sang songs for children entering both the Kindergarten and elementary schools in the morning
Musician / Entertainer
Sunshine Seniors
Peekskill, NY
02.2017 - 07.2019
- Played piano and sang songs for senior center a few times a month
- Performed three "Singing Sisters" shows with my two daughters
Choir Director
Tibetan Children's Choir
New York , NY
02.2007 - 07.2010
- Conducted rehearsals to keep performers prepared for performances.
- Performed at Rubin Art Museum and Shambhala Meditation Center
Education
Associate of Arts - Music / Theory & Composition
Princeton University
Princeton, NJ 09.1997 - 06.2001
Jazz Arts - Jazz Piano & Theory
Dave Frank School of Jazz
New York City 09.2009 - 06.2016
Skills
Composition
Piano
Keyboards / organ
Songwriting
Voice
Collaboration
Music direction
Leadership
Meditation
Timeline
Music Teacher
Neighborhood House
06.2019 - 12.2020
Music Teacher
Tarrytown Nursery School
03.2019 - 06.2020
Songwriter / Lead Singer / Melodica
The Sweet Vermouths
09.2018 - Current
Piano Player
Sleepy Hollow School District
09.2018 - 03.2020
Piano Player / Songwriter
The Greg Jacquin Band
02.2017 - Current
Musician / Entertainer
Sunshine Seniors
02.2017 - 07.2019
Jazz Arts - Jazz Piano & Theory
Dave Frank School of Jazz
09.2009 - 06.2016
Choir Director
Tibetan Children's Choir
02.2007 - 07.2010
Associate of Arts - Music / Theory & Composition
Princeton University
09.1997 - 06.2001