Sanira Tanner
New Orleans,Louisiana
Summary
I am writing to express my interest in the Music Teaching position at Camp North Star. I am a seasoned Drum Major with relevant experience in directing, coordinating, executing music performances and instructing ages 11 - 16. Strengths include exceptional leadership skills, keen musicality, and ability to compose precise marching routines. In previous roles, have demonstrated strong team management abilities and consistently optimized band performance outcomes.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Drum Major
Loranger High
Loranger, Louisiana
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Coordinated daily rehearsals and planned practice schedules for band members.
- Led sectional rehearsals to enhance musical performance and technical skills.
- Facilitated communication between band members and directors to convey important updates.
- Organized and executed fundraising events to support band activities and programs.
- Monitored student progress and provided constructive feedback to enhance performance.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve overall ensemble cohesion and morale.
- Promoted teamwork by fostering a supportive and collaborative rehearsal environment.
- Evaluated student performance and recognized achievements to encourage growth.
- Created a positive atmosphere during rehearsals to motivate students and enhance learning.
- Collaborated with fellow student leaders to plan band activities and events.
- Maintained attendance records and reported on student participation.
- Attended all scheduled rehearsals and performances with the band.
- Directed the ensemble during performances, ensuring accuracy of music and drill.
- Encouraged student participation in practice sessions by providing motivation and support.
- Organized and rehearsed marching band members for performances.
- Demonstrated proper technique of conducting patterns to the band members.
Summer School Office Intern
Tangipahoa Parish School Board
Hammond, Louisiana
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted with event planning, support and execution of virtual and in-person engagements.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities performed throughout internship period.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Implemented strategies to take advantage of new opportunities.
- Collaborated with team members to brainstorm and develop new content ideas for various platforms.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss project updates and share feedback on ongoing initiatives.
- Assisted in compiling and organizing data for student and staff records.
Education
Popular And Commercial Music - Music
Loyola University New Orleans
New Orleans, LA05-2028
High School Diploma -
Loranger High School
Loranger, LA05-2024
Skills
- Writing
- Music theory
- Ensemble coordination
- Team collaboration
- Instrument care
- Marching expertise
- Rehearsal planning
- Musicality mastery
- Dynamic control
- Endurance and stamina
- Collaborative team player
- Communication
- Storytelling
- Knowledge of music
- Cultural awareness
Timeline
Drum Major
Loranger High
08.2023 - 05.2024
Summer School Office Intern
Tangipahoa Parish School Board
06.2023 - 08.2023
Popular And Commercial Music - Music
Loyola University New Orleans
High School Diploma -
Loranger High School