VINCENT B. D. FLIEDER
TEXARKANA
Summary
Ambitious band director with a background in working with successful music programs. Demonstrates strong leadership abilities, exceptional musical knowledge, and excellent organizational skills. Known for fostering talent development and cultivating a productive, inspiring band room.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Bands/Music Theory Instructor
Texarkana Arkansas School District
Texarkana
06.2022 - Current
- Guide the performance and development of instrumental music ensembles, encompassing marching band, concert band, jazz bands, and a range of student musical ensembles.
- Lead district secondary music programs as Department Head.
- Instruct AP Music Theory, adhering to guidelines established by AP College Board.
- Define performance requirements, set academic expectations, and uphold eligibility standards for the band program.
- Use evaluative findings, including student achievement data, academic records, and performance records, to assess program effectiveness and relevance to students needs.
- Administer various responsibilities such as event coordination and registration, document processing, program analysis, and evaluation of director effectiveness.
- Direct management of program inventory and budget.
- Comply with all AEA, AAA, ASBOA, and District guidelines and educational standards.
Assistant Band Director
Texarkana Arkansas School District
Texarkana
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted in directing instrumental music ensembles, such as marching band, concert band, jazz bands, and various student musical ensembles.
- Taught AP Music Theory, following the guidelines of the AP College Board.
- Helped define performance requirements, set academic expectations, and uphold eligibility standards for the band program.
- Used evaluative findings, including student achievement data, academic records, and performance records, to assess program effectiveness and relevance to students needs.
- Complied with all AEA, AAA, ASBOA, and District guidelines and educational standards.
Band Director/Music Teacher
Maud Independent School District
Maud
07.2020 - 06.2021
- Directed instrumental music ensembles, such as marching band, concert band, soloists, and ensembles for both middle and high school.
- Taught elementary music, grades 2-5.
- Established performance requirements, academic expectations, and eligibility standards for the band program.
- Created and evaluated elementary music lessons that are inclusive and allow students exposure to diverse musical interests.
- Oversaw the management of band inventory and budget.
- Complied with all TEA, UIL, TMEA, and District guidelines and educational standards.
Assistant Band Director/H.S. Choir Director
Hope Public School District
Hope
07.2018 - 06.2020
- Assisted in directing instrumental music ensembles, such as marching band, concert band, jazz bands, and various student musical ensembles.
- Directed high school vocal music performers, such as choir, vocal ensembles, and soloists.
- Helped define performance requirements, set academic expectations, and uphold eligibility standards for the band program.
- Used evaluative findings, including student achievement data, academic records, and performance records, to assess program effectiveness and relevance to students needs.
- Complied with all AEA, AAA, ASBOA, and District guidelines and educational standards.
High School Choir Director
Chapel Hill ISD
Tyler
08.2016 - 06.2018
- Directed high school vocal music performers, such as choir, vocal ensembles, and soloists.
- Helped define performance requirements, set academic expectations, and uphold eligibility standards for the band program.
- Used evaluative findings, including student achievement data, academic records, and performance records, to assess program effectiveness and relevance to students needs.
- Complied with all TEA, UIL, TMEA, and District guidelines and educational standards.
Education
Master of Music - Jazz Studies
University of Arkansas At Monticello
Monticello, AR08-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Music - emphasis in Instrumental Music
University of Arkansas At Monticello
Monticello, AR05-2016
Skills
- Band direction and instruction
- Vocal music education
- Event planning and coordination
- Program development and evaluation
- Student recruitment and retention
- Cross-curricular collaboration
- Team leadership
- Music pedagogy K–12
Affiliations
- Director of the 2024-2025 ASBOA 5A State Honor Band.
- Marching in the 2023 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade as a member of the SABD Band Director's Marching Band.
- Member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
- Member of Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity, Inc.
References
References are available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Bands/Music Theory Instructor
Texarkana Arkansas School District
06.2022 - Current
Assistant Band Director
Texarkana Arkansas School District
07.2021 - 05.2022
Band Director/Music Teacher
Maud Independent School District
07.2020 - 06.2021
Assistant Band Director/H.S. Choir Director
Hope Public School District
07.2018 - 06.2020
High School Choir Director
Chapel Hill ISD
08.2016 - 06.2018
Master of Music - Jazz Studies
University of Arkansas At Monticello
Bachelor of Arts - Music - emphasis in Instrumental Music
University of Arkansas At Monticello
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