Paul Creel         0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000 ~ (xxx-xxx-xxxx ~ abc@xyz.com

Passionate Educator with demonstrated success in creative/scholarly activity. Demonstrated skill necessary to  conduct jazz big bands/jazz ensembles, and teach jazz history, improvisation, arranging, and methods. Possess a Master s in Music Performance with a concentration in Jazz Studies. Involved personally in over 500+ jazz performances within the last 4 years. Talent to identify the strengths and weaknesses of students and deliver lessons adjusted to such. Strong ability to encourage a risk free, positive atmosphere, promoting social and academic success. Demonstrated talent for developing and implementing creative material that successfully meets the needs of every student s learning style and ability. Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Master's in Music Performance, 2005 (Was the degree Master of Arts in Music Performance?)

Florida State University, Jazz Studies Program

-         Studied with Rodney Jordan, Leon Anderson, Bill Peterson, and Marcus Roberts. Performed alongside Marcus Roberts, Vincent Gardner, and Marcus Printup.

 

Name of Degree (Bachelor of Arts???), 2003

University of North Florida, Jazz Studies Program

-         Studied under Kevin Bales, Barry Green, Ricky Ravelo, Bill Prince, and jazz legend Bunky Greene.

Freelance Jazz Musician / Private Jazz Music Instructor, 2005 C Present 

         Specialize in live jazz: performed at 500+ gigs (bass player) throughout North/Central Florida.

         Audition for orchestras, bands, or other musical groups.

         Compose original music such as popular songs, symphonies, or sonatas; work for Jacksonville Hall of Fame members Von Barlow and former professor Bill Prince.

         Improvise music during performances before live audiences.

         Transpose music to alternate keys, or to fit individual styles or purposes.

         Perform from memory or by following scores or sight-read musical parts during rehearsals.

         Play musical instruments as soloist, member, or guest artist of musical groups such as ensembles or bands.

         Practice musical instrument performances, individually or in rehearsal with other musicians, to master individual pieces of music and to maintain and improve skills.

         Teach music to other individuals for specific instruments offering expertise in the discipline of jazz music.

 

Spanish Teacher, 2005 C Present

Keystone Heights Junior and Senior High School

         Facilitate use of the Responsive Classroom philosophy for junior/senior high school student to improve Spanish learning proficiency levels, and comprehension skills of students using effective learning medium.

         Collaborate with colleagues and administrators to introduce balanced programs of instruction and demonstrations that provided opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.

         Assist students in meeting the specifications of Individualized Education Plan requirements.

         Support students in preparation for tests; interpret results to determine student strengths and areas of need.

         Develop effective and proactive behavior management methods within classroom.

         Institute fair, clear rules and consistently enforce them as needed, resulting in a positive atmosphere.

 

 

• Private Jazz Music Instructor, Currently
• Member, University of North Florida Jazz Ensemble, 1999 C 2003

Performances

• With Bunky Greene at the Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic
• Joe Seagal's Jazz Showcase in Chicago
• 2003 International Association of Jazz Educators conference in Toronto, Canada with UNF Jazz Ensemble I