Teaching Experience

Professor of Tuba and Euphonium: North Carolina Central University, Durham, North Carolina; 8/21/2009 to present.

Music Technology Teaching Assistant: University of North Carolina- Greensboro, Greensboro, North Carolina; 9/1/2008 to present.

Artist in Residence and Professor of Tuba and Euphonium: Grand Valley State University, Allendale, Michigan; 8/21/2006 to 8/21/2008.

  • Taught private lessons and music courses
  • Coached chamber ensembles
  • Conducted master classes
  • Performed with the faculty brass quintet on campus several times annually, as well as at regional schools as part of the brass department recruiting efforts
  • Organized and conducted numerous holiday concerts, including two Tuba Christmas events
  • Designed and maintained a website showcasing the faculty brass quintet, educational outreach, and opportunities for aspiring musicians

Adjunct Professor of Tuba and Euphonium: Cornerstone University, Grand Rapids, Michigan; 1/7/2008 to 5/12/2008.

Theory Faculty/Staff Tuba/Unit Counselor: Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp, Twin Lake, Michigan; 6/2006-8/2006.

  • Taught theory classes and worked to develop a comprehensive theory curriculum for students at various levels of skill
  • Coached sectionals for young low brass students
  • Performed with the staff tuba quartet, staff brass quintet, and staff band
  • Provided support and administrative services to various camp staff

Tuba Graduate Assistant: University of Tennessee School of Music; 2005-2006.

  • Taught undergraduate tuba and euphonium lessons
  • Organized and maintained the tuba/euphonium studio library
  • Proctored exams for brass methods courses
  • Resolved various computer-related issues in the department office

Theory Graduate Teaching Assistant: University of Tennessee School of Music; 2003-2005.

  • Taught aural skills courses
  • Tutored theory students
  • Managed the computer lab

Private Lesson Instructor: 1994 to present. Individual lessons for trombone, euphonium, and tuba students, beginning to college level.

Drum and Bugle Corps Instructor:

  • Dimensions Drum and Bugle Corps, Grand Rapids, MI; 11/2001-4/2002
  • Northern Aurora Drum and Bugle Corps, Saginaw, MI; 5/1997-7/1997

Marching Band Instructor: 1996 to 2006. Low brass, sectional, and marching instructor.

Tuba and Euphonium Instructor: Wolverine Music Camp, Wolverine, MI; 7/1998.