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Tyrell Smith

Kennesaw,GA

Summary

As a new teacher, my approach to music education is infused with a fresh and youthful perspective. I prioritize creating a positive classroom environment where students feel inspired and motivated to learn. By combining my passion for music with innovative teaching methods, I aim to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging educational experience in music.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Teacher

Woodland High School
Cartersville, GA
01.2024 - 12.2024
  • Worked with veteran teachers to learn about current standards and the best practices.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with the administration, teaching staff, and students.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.

Percussion Coordinator/Arranger and Audio Tech.

Woodland High School
Cartersville, GA
07.2024 - Current
  • Arranged the battery percussion music for Woodland's 2024 marching band show.
  • Oversaw the success of the percussion section as part of a greater team of educators.
  • Dealt with all things pertaining to electronics (Mainstage, Microphones, Leveling, Creating Samples, etc.)

Intern

Cobb Summer Band Camp
Kennesaw, GA
06.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw the success of many young students as they made significant strides in their music careers under the direction of veteran band directors from the surrounding area.

Intern

Georgia Youth Symphonic Orchestras
Kennesaw, GA
01.2023 - 05.2024
  • Handled overall logistics for large performing orchestras and chamber ensembles
  • Managed the setup and breakdown process for all performing ensembles at rehearsals and concerts.
  • Organized a detailed schedule for the orchestras that worked with GYSO.
  • Sorted and organized music for all of the orchestras.

Outreach and Public Relations Chair/Music Liaison

KSU Black Musicians Coalition
Kennesaw, GA
05.2023 - 08.2024
  • Raised brand awareness through consistent marketing efforts and social media promotion.
  • Collaborated with the production team and executive board to coordinate advertisements and promotions.
  • Helped produce the Award-winning show "The Blueprint" with the Black Musicians Coalition.
  • I wrote, taught, and orchestrated original music for the production.

Percussion Technician

Cartersville High School
Cartersville, GA
07.2022 - 12.2023
  • Collaborated with a team of music educators to work toward the best result for the students that were under our instruction.
  • Gained experience with electronics and audio work
  • Directed the percussion section at rehearsals and performances to achieve desired effects such as balance, dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
  • Transposed pieces from one instrument to another and one key to another to accommodate specific musician needs and preferences.

Percussion Technician

Kell High School
Marietta, GA
07.2022 - 11.2022
  • Assisted with the growth of the marching band throughout their marching season.
  • Helped lead the band to 1st and 2nd place at their competitions.
  • Repaired and renovated damaged, worn instruments and harnesses.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA
12-2024

Skills

  • Organization
  • Preparedness
  • Patience
  • Leadership
  • Personability
  • Adaptability
  • Critical thinking
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Arrangement for Marching Percussion
  • Audio Management/Sampling

Performance Experience

  • Kennesaw State University Wind Symphony, 2020-2022
  • Kennesaw State University Philharmonic Orchestra, 2020-2024

- Principal Percussionist

  • Kennesaw State Wind Ensemble, 2022-2024

- Principal Percussionist

  • Kennesaw State University Symphony Orchestra, 2022-2024

- Principal Percussionist

  • Georgia Brass Band, 2023
  • Gwinnett Symphony Orchestra, 2023

Timeline

Percussion Coordinator/Arranger and Audio Tech.

Woodland High School
07.2024 - Current

Student Teacher

Woodland High School
01.2024 - 12.2024

Intern

Cobb Summer Band Camp
06.2023 - Current

Outreach and Public Relations Chair/Music Liaison

KSU Black Musicians Coalition
05.2023 - 08.2024

Intern

Georgia Youth Symphonic Orchestras
01.2023 - 05.2024

Percussion Technician

Cartersville High School
07.2022 - 12.2023

Percussion Technician

Kell High School
07.2022 - 11.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

Kennesaw State University
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