Reggie Guo
Clarence,NY
Summary
Confident and proficient musician skilled in range of instruments, with special talents for Cello instruction. Excels with different music genres and experienced in live performances. Enthusiastic about collaborating and developing sounds.
Seasoned music instructor with 5 years of experience teaching students cello and music theory. Proficient in monitoring student performance and achievement, devising unique lesson plans for each grade level and overseeing rehearsals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Cello Instructor
Self-employed
01.2020 - Current
- Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history, and performance etiquette.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to guide progress.
- Tailored instruction to meet individual student needs and cultivated inclusive learning environment.
- Mentored students of different ages and backgrounds in music theory, composition and performance.
Principal Cellist
University at Buffalo Symphony Orchestra
08.2023 - Current
- Accompanied vocalists or instrumental soloists.
- Specialized in both classical and contemporary music.
- Repaired broken strings and other instrument issues.
Substitute Musician
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
07.2022 - Current
- Performed in 3 shows.
- Selected appropriate pieces to meet performance needs and showcase skills.
- Built networks with local musicians to provide session support for gigs and events.
Principal Cellist
Amherst Symphony Orchestra
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Provided musical background for live shows such as ballets, operas, musical theatre, and cabarets.
- Accompanied vocalists or instrumental soloists.
- Promoted musical career by maintaining website or social media presence.
- Played cello independently as well as in-ensemble.
- Provided additional bowings to section members.
- Specialized in both classical and contemporary music.
- Achieved desired tonal and harmonic balance by communicating clearly with musicians.
Education
Privately Studied With
Roman MekinulovPrivately Studied With
Jonathan GoloveSkills
- Music theory
- Music history
- Live performances
- Music theory knowledge
- Broad rhythmic and metric range
- Orchestra experience
- Symphonic orchestras
- Mentoring artists
- Extensive performance background
- Music teacher
- Instrument repair
Accomplishments
- Performed as a soloist at 17 years old with the Greater Buffalo Youth Orchestra.
- Awarded 5th chair in the NYSSMA high school All-State Orchestra.
- Debuted in a professional orchestra at age 17.
- Recently won the University at Buffalo Symphony Orchestra Concerto Competition.
Timeline
Principal Cellist
University at Buffalo Symphony Orchestra
08.2023 - Current
Principal Cellist
Amherst Symphony Orchestra
09.2022 - 12.2023
Substitute Musician
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
07.2022 - Current
Private Cello Instructor
Self-employed
01.2020 - Current
Privately Studied With
Privately Studied With
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