Master's in Wind Band Conducting, Sam Houston State University's American Band College, Graduated August 2016
- Highlights of Master's Program
- Performed on Bassoon for two years in the Directors Band
- Two of three practical application projects awarded the honor of "Model Project"
- Performed a number of solos throughout in the Directors Band
- Conducted a Band of 100 Band Directors on two occasions
- Graduated with Honors, 3.83 GPA (Click Here for Transcripts)
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Northern Michigan University, Graduated May 2010
- Highlights of Undergraduate Experience
- Graduated with Honors, 3.83 GPA (Click Here for Transcripts)
- Performed in nearly all campus ensembles including: Marching, Symphonic, and Jazz Bands/Combos, and University Choir.
- Actively involved in campus activities
- "The Pride of The North Wildcat Marching Band"
- 4 year member
- Drum Major, 2009 Season
- "Friends of Jazz" (campus jazz advocacy organization)
- 4 year member
- Secretary, two years
- President, one year
- Planned a large scale jazz festival each year
- NMU NAfME
- 4 year member
- Secretary, one year
- President, one year
- Started a yearly trip to the State Music Education Conference
- Collegiate Work Experience
- Board Operator and On Air Talent, Public Radio 90, 3 years
- Jazz Showcase Board Operator and On Air Talent, Sunday afternoons
- Helped with fundraisers both On Air and answer phones
- Music Department Hall Monitor
- Managed facilities after hours
- Promoted student safety within the building
- Recording Technician, Reynolds Recital Hall
- Recorded weekly student recitals for archival purposes