Steve Coyne
Bridgeport,Connecticut
Summary
Dynamic music educator with extensive experience teaching General Music in the Mount Vernon City School District in Mt. Vernon, NY and at the Music Conservatory of Westchester, specializing in guitar and composition. Proven ability to design engaging programs and direct performances, fostering creativity and collaboration among students. Skilled in show directing and group management, with a strong background in diverse musical styles, including Rock and Jazz Fusion.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Guitar/Music Theory Teacher
Music Conservatory of Westchester
White Plains, NY
10.2022 - Current
- Instructed weekly students in Rock, Metal, Rock Fusion, and Jazz Fusion styles.
- Facilitated group lessons on Music theory, Composition, and Music Production.
- Guided students through technical skills and stylistic nuances of guitar playing.
- Developed tailored lesson plans to meet diverse student needs and skill levels.
Music Director
Mt. Vernon City School District
Mt Vernon , NY
09.2000 - Current
- Instructed K-12 students in General Music curriculum and Instrumental band lessons.
- Directed winter and spring concerts for both vocal and instrumental performances.
- Facilitated after-school 'Rock Band' program at Denzel Washington School of the Arts.
Show Director/Multi-instrumental Instructor
School of Rock - Mamaroneck
Mamaroneck, NY
09.2014 - 09.2023
- Designed and directed rock shows for students aged six to seventeen.
- Co-directed the 'House Band' alongside the Music Director for the full- album performances of Boston and No Doubt
- Directed major themed shows, including Van Halen and Red Hot Chili Peppers.
- Taught Rock 101 groups to develop foundational music skills.
- Led themed summer camps focused on Classic Rock.
- Created and implemented songwriting program to foster creativity.
- Developed curriculum for teaching harmony singing techniques.
- Conducted guitar, piano, and bass lessons to enhance musical proficiency.
Education
Master of Science - Music Education
Western Connecticut State University
Danbury, CT05.2006
Bachelor of Music - Professional Music
Berklee College of Music
Boston, MA05.1996
Music Education Certification - Music Education
UMass Lowell
Lowell, MassachusettsCollege Coursework - Orchestration, Production, Professional Writing
Berklee Online
Boston, MAProfessional Development - The Deva Method - Voice Lessons
Jennifer Truesdale
Arlington, MAProfessional Development - Online Voice Lessons-SLS
Spencer Welch Singing Ignition
Online Vocal InstructionProfessional Development - Guitar studies w/ Al Joseph, Luca Mantovanelli
JTC Guitar
OnlineSkills
- Child engagement and direction
- Group management
- Guitar and bass instruction
- Vocal coaching
- Piano teaching
- Sight reading and interpretation
- Jazz and rock improvisation
- Songwriting development
- Music production, composition, and orchestration
- Music theory curriculum design
Additional Information
- Released the album "Feelings of Euphoria" on Shredguy records.
- Upcoming writing credits on the upcoming Eynomia album on Pure Steel Records.
- Recorded/Performed with; Ragan Whiteside (Billboard Charting Smooth Jazz Artist) Michael Vescera, (Yngwie Malmsteen, Loudness), BJ Zampa (Dokken, House of Lords, Tony MacAlpine), Chris McCarvill (Dokken, House of Lords, Jeff Scott Soto) Steve Buslowe (Meatloaf, Celine Dion), Tom Swift (3 Time Grammy Winner).
Timeline
Guitar/Music Theory Teacher
Music Conservatory of Westchester
10.2022 - Current
Show Director/Multi-instrumental Instructor
School of Rock - Mamaroneck
09.2014 - 09.2023
Music Director
Mt. Vernon City School District
09.2000 - Current
Master of Science - Music Education
Western Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Music - Professional Music
Berklee College of Music
Music Education Certification - Music Education
UMass Lowell
College Coursework - Orchestration, Production, Professional Writing
Berklee Online
Professional Development - The Deva Method - Voice Lessons
Jennifer Truesdale
Professional Development - Online Voice Lessons-SLS
Spencer Welch Singing Ignition
Professional Development - Guitar studies w/ Al Joseph, Luca Mantovanelli
JTC Guitar
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