Studio Focus:

• All-Ages, Beginning Brass (Trumpet, Horn, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba)

• Intermediate Brass (Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba)

• Audition Preparation

• Adult Community Education

Education:

Master of Science in Education: Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment @ Walden University, 2014 (ongoing)

Bachelor of Arts in Music: Euphonium, performance @ Auburn University, 2009

Career, Coaching & Consulting:

2020: Presenter @ Arizona Music Educators Association Annual Conference

2018-2020: Paradise Valley Unified Schools, Elementary Band Director, 4-6 (4 sites)

2018-current: Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, ORCHkids Consulting & Contract work

2017-2018: Peabody Conservatory, Tuned-In Ensemble Director

2016-2018: Baltimore City Public Schools, Music Teacher @ Monarch Academy, K-8

2015-current: Private Studio Development & Consultation/Workshop/Clinic

2015-2018: Baltimore School for the Arts, TWIGS Program Low Brass Studio Teacher

2014-2017: Maryland Defense Force Band, Staff Sergeant Euphonium, Brass Group Leader

2013-2016: Harford County Public Schools, Instrumental Director @ Joppatowne High School

2012-2018: Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, ORCHkids Brass Teaching Artist & Department Chair

2011-2013: Baltimore City Public Schools, Music Teacher @ Booker T. Washington Middle School, 6-8

2009-2011: Baltimore City Public Schools, Music Teacher @ Baltimore Freedom Academy, 6-12

Mr. Robert Johnston is a native of Phoenix, Arizona. He attended Scottsdale schools (Sequoya ES; Cocopah MS; and Chaparral HS). While studying music in the Valley, he was an active student performer with:

The Arizona Academy (2004);

The Phoenix Symphony Guild Symphonic Winds (2001-2005) - scholarship awardee;

SCC Summer Music Camp (camper 4th-8th and counselor);

MCC Community Band (2003-2005);

NAU Summer Music Camp (2005) - scholarship recipient;

Mr. Johnston then was awarded full scholarship to study music at Auburn University (Auburn, Alabama). There he was an active participant in varied ensembles including:

Auburn University Marching Band;

Symphonic Band; Concert Band; Community Band;

Community Orchestra; Jazz Ensemble; and Studio Ensembles.

During study at the college level, he was employed by the Band Department as Music Librarian and Equipment Manager. Mr. Johnston pledged and became a member of Kappa Kappa Psi - National Honorary Band Fraternity where he also served as Recording Secretary of the Pi Chapter.

From there, he continued East and began his career in Baltimore, Maryland. Mr. Johnston worked for the next nine years to start, reboot, rebuild and support several band programs. He also pursued his passion for teaching and music education to serve with the following education and community organizations:

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra's ORCHkids Program - Brass Department Chair, Wind Ensemble Director, Brass Lead Teacher and Curriculum Writer;

Baltimore School for the Arts' TWIGS Program - Low Brass Private Studio Instructor;

Peabody Conservatory (at Johns Hopkins) Preparatory & Tuned-In Program - Concert Band Director

Fort McHenry National Historic Shrine and Monument - Jr. Fife & Drum Corps Program and 1812 Music Camp;

Maryland Music Educators Association - All State Auditions Adjudicator

Robert Johnston maintained an active performing schedule in the Baltimore-Washington DC area. A strong-held belief, that remaining involved with music performance while teaching and directing develops musicianship and education strategies to inspire his students. These opportunities include:

Maryland Defense Force Band - Brass Group Leader;

The Olney Concert Band - community band;

Maryland Military (Community) Band - Founding Member;

Federal City Brass Band - a Civil War (Union) re-enactment ensemble

University of Maryland, Baltimore County - Wind Ensemble

Potomac Brass Ensemble & various JV Music ensembles - Patriotic, Easter, and Christmas services

He's back in the Valley of the Sun! Mr. Robert joined the team of Horizon High School's Pride Regiment in the 2018 season. In the Spring, he and Mr. Kyle Hollerbach debuted Horizon's first Indoor Winds ensemble to include students grades 6th - 12th. After his second season with the program, Mr. Robert served as the Assistant Band Director and Brass Lead; where he was assisting with recruitment, show design, and visual/marching technique. Additionally, he has worked with the local low brass sections to include Saguaro High School (SUSD) under Mrs. Mandi Broderick.