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Sara Routh

West Des Moines,IA

Summary

Confident and proficient musician skilled in a range of instruments, with special talents for songwriting and performing. Excels with different music genres and experienced in both live and recorded performances. Enthusiastic about collaborating and developing sounds. An award winning, world-traveled musician.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Professional Musician

Self Employed
01.2004 - Current
  • Toured with successful bands, providing professional, punctual backing support.
  • Built networks with local musicians to provide session support for gigs and events.
  • Taught private music lessons, adapting tuition to ages and skill levels.
  • Played various instruments professionally, including guitar, piano and drums.
  • Promoted musical career by maintaining website or social media presence.
  • Wrote and arranged original compositions for live music performances.
  • Specialized in both classical and contemporary music.
  • Conducted workshops for aspiring musicians to build skills and confidence.
  • Provided musical background for live shows such as ballets, operas, musical theatre, and cabarets.

Lead Farmer

Dogpatch Urban Gardens
01.2023 - Current
  • Planted and tended to all annual and perennial crops
  • Utilized non-chemical methods to protect crops from weeds and pests.
  • Visited fields regularly to inspect and estimate maturity dates of crops and damage due to weather.
  • Harvested and provided crops to community
  • Assisted in development of sustainable agricultural practices and policies to reduce waste.
  • Implemented efficient irrigation systems to maximize production.
  • Maintained tidy, clean and well-organized greenhouse for optimal productivity and professionalism.
  • Coordinated inventories of seeds, chemicals, plant nutrients and tools to achieve business targets.

Program Director

Girls Rock Des Moines
05.2015 - 01.2021
  • Supervised program staff, managing and evaluating performance provide high-quality services to program participants.
  • Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
  • Developed and implemented program goals and objectives, establishing specific and measurable outcomes aligned with organization's overall mission.
  • Scheduled and supervised board meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
  • Recruited and trained staff and volunteers to upgrade collective team skills.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to promote program awareness and participation.

Lead Teacher

Julia Gabriel Centre
05.2009 - 08.2011
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

Simpson College
Indianola, IA
05.1999

GED -

Norwalk Senior High School
Norwalk, IA
05.1995

Skills

  • Musical Notation
  • Music Theory
  • Radio Studios
  • Rhythmic Foundations
  • Special Events Performances
  • Rehearsal Coordination
  • Performing with Choirs
  • Songwriting and Lyric Development
  • Music Teacher
  • Musical Event Promotion
  • Studio Recordings

Accomplishments

  • Awarded the Los Angeles Best Female Artist Award in 2007.
  • Awarded the LA Music Critic Award for best EP in 2014.
  • Recorded & released 3 studio albums & multiple singles.

Timeline

Lead Farmer

Dogpatch Urban Gardens
01.2023 - Current

Program Director

Girls Rock Des Moines
05.2015 - 01.2021

Lead Teacher

Julia Gabriel Centre
05.2009 - 08.2011

Professional Musician

Self Employed
01.2004 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

Simpson College

GED -

Norwalk Senior High School

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