Is education for the modern musician. Songwriting, theory, arranging and composition education that is practical, approachable and open to all skill levels

Solar Music's Resume

PROFESSIONAL MUSIC EXPERIENCE


Teacher, Christchurch School of Rock, January 2013 - May 2018,
Christchurch, New Zealand
My role was to create a passion-centric learning environment for primary and high school students. I educated students individually or in small groups. I taught a diverse demographic of children, am responsible for creating personalised curriculums according to the students needs and provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge to further their musical development. Interpersonal skills are of utmost importance when educating children as the personal rapport I developed with my students directly affects their achievements within music.

Performer, Freelance, 2008-Present
As a freelance performer, I am solely responsible for the promotion, distribution tuition and performance of music. As a performer, I would be required to fulfill a wide range of musical roles and be expected to maintain a high level of mastery on my instrument across a broad domain of genres and work with a diverse range of professional performers.


Music Tutor and Councillor, Long Lake Camp for the Arts, 2016,
New York, USA
As a music tutor I would tutor a wide variety of students at different skill levels. I would tailor the lessons to suit their needs and prepare them for performances in a contemporary setting as well as musical theater and orchestral settings. As a Unit leader I was responsible for the physical and emotional well being of the children put under my care. I would liaise with parents and ensure that their requirements and for their children were met with utmost professionalism. As the primary point of contact between parents, students and my superiors - interpersonal communication skills were exercised daily to ensure the well being of the child as well as the Camp and parent’s interests.


PERFORMANCES, FESTIVALS AND PROJECTS
Christchurch Jazz festival, Dillastrate, Christchurch, New Zealand, 2018
Jesus Christ Superstar, MUSOC, Pit Musician, Christchurch, New Zealand 2018
Hairspray, Pit Musician, Long Lake, New York, 2016
Christchurch Buskers Festival, Session Musician, Christchurch, New Zealand, 2015,
Christchurch Jazz Festival, Darren Pickering Trio, Christchurch New Zealand 2015


EDUCATION
University of Canterbury, BMUS in Jazz Music 2008 - 2011