Todd Lehman
Fishers,IN
Summary
Professional music educator with strong foundation in conducting, music theory, and instrumental instruction. Known for fostering collaborative environments and guiding ensembles through diverse repertoires. Adept at adapting to changing needs and ensuring high-quality performances. Skilled in leadership, pedagogy, and program development.
Knowledgeable Band Director with solid background in leading and managing musical ensembles. Successfully directed various bands, achieving high levels of performance quality and student engagement. Demonstrated expertise in music education and ensemble direction, fostering teamwork and musical excellence.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Band Director (6-8)
Fishers Junior High/Sand Creek Intermediate
07.2006 - Current
- Coordinated special events such as concerts, festivals, and competitions to provide meaningful experiences for students outside the classroom setting.
- Managed budgetary responsibilities efficiently while prioritizing equipment needs and maintenance requirements for a thriving band program.
- Prepared students for successful auditions in district honor bands, demonstrating commitment to excellence in performance skills development.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork among ensemble members through group exercises focused on developing cohesive musicianship.
- Organized successful fundraising campaigns to support the band program, acquiring much-needed equipment and resources.
- Consistently received positive evaluations from supervisors for effective instruction and classroom management techniques.
Instrumental Music Teacher – Band 6-8
Grissom Middle School
08.1997 - 06.2006
- Company Overview: Penn-Harris-Madison Schools
- Maintain class instruction, discipline, and responsibilities for middle school woodwind, brass and percussion classes daily. Serve as music technology demonstrator and specialist. Participate in staff mentoring program and after-school homework help. Interact with parents and teachers daily. Serve as a classroom for college music students' observation and student teaching practices.
- Awarded 24 gold ratings, concert band contest
- Increased band enrollment 300%
- Created need for 3 additional classes
- Created incentive-based rhythm program
- Implemented private lesson program
- 40% student involvement
- Created an assessment based curriculum
- Started before school jazz band
- Variety of styles and basic improvisation
- Created web site for Grissom Bands
- Increased solo & ensemble entries 500%
- 151 gold, 28 silver medals in 2006
- Assisted with Penn High School Marching Kingsmen
- Woodwind caption head
- Brass technician
Trumpet Studio Teacher
Goshen College
08.2003 - 06.2005
- Created curriculum based on standard repertoire for majors and minors.
- Served on faculty jury board to help assess progress of music majors.
- Introduced and implemented an appropriate SmartMusic curriculum for college students.
- Helped prepare students for orchestra, concert band, jazz band and solo performances.
Music Teacher – Band and General Music, Grades 4-12
Caston Educational Center
08.1994 - 08.1997
- Developed and maintained music curriculum based on Indiana State Standards for grades four through twelve for general and instrumental music. Instructed performance groups including: marching band, color guard, dance team, winter guard, pep band, high school concert band, middle school concert band and fifth/sixth grade concert band. Maintained a positive rapport with the community and administration.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Music Education
American Band College
Ashland01-2004
Some College (No Degree) - Music Education
VanderCook College of Music
Chicago, ILBachelor of Science - Music Education
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05.1994
Some College (No Degree) - Music Education
Indiana University, South Bend
South Bend, INBachelor of Fine Arts - Music Performance
Ball State University
Muncie, IN01.1992
Skills
- Literacy based instruction
- Positive classroom management
- Student evaluation and assessment
- Student motivation techniques
- Brass, woodwind, percussion expertise
- Differentiated music theory integration
- Experience teaching all ages
- Program development
- Advanced computer skills
Professional & Personal Development
- Clinician for SmartMusic/Finale
- Attended Music Technology Conference Work, IUPUI, Indianapolis, IN
- Trainer of technology for area music educators
- Member of professional organizations:IMEA.MENC,IBA,ISSMA,ISTA
- Participant in several community and professional performances as a trumpet player
Awards
Guest Conductor, IBA All-Region Middle School Honor Band, Merrillville, IN 2005, Clinician/Adjudicator, IMEA Non-Competitive Festival, Rensselaer, IN 2005, Chairman, Middle School Band Required List, ISSMA 2005, M-Powered Educator Recipient, Avid Technology, Inc., 2005, Teacher of the Year Nominee, PHM 2005, SmartMusic/Finale Representative Summer NAMM, IMEA Indiana & IMEA Illinois, 2005-06,Guest Conductor IBA All Region Band 2010, 2014, 2018, Inductee and Member Phi Beta Mu 2017-present, 2015 IMEA Symphonic Band Performance,
FISHERS HIGH SCHOOL MARCHING BAND I have worked several seasons working with the band as trumpet lead and field tech. Fishers Marching Band is an extremely successful band, and my Fishers Junior High Students feed directly into that program, I have been privileged to watch the program grow and be a part of their success.
Timeline
Band Director (6-8)
Fishers Junior High/Sand Creek Intermediate
07.2006 - Current
Trumpet Studio Teacher
Goshen College
08.2003 - 06.2005
Instrumental Music Teacher – Band 6-8
Grissom Middle School
08.1997 - 06.2006
Music Teacher – Band and General Music, Grades 4-12
Caston Educational Center
08.1994 - 08.1997
Some College (No Degree) - Music Education
American Band College
Some College (No Degree) - Music Education
VanderCook College of Music
Bachelor of Science - Music Education
Ball State University
Some College (No Degree) - Music Education
Indiana University, South Bend
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Music Performance
Ball State University
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