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More regarding myself

I first started composing around the age of 14, since then I haven't put down the pencil (or mouse). It first began as a hobby & slight interest but after high school I decided to keep doing it, eventually making the final decision into taking it as a career. 

Before composition I was in band. I played the trombone and as years went by I added more instruments into my skill set. I have performed in many settings and ensemble types. I've done the regional tryouts and summer band camps–you name it. I have since then slowed down my performance and gone more so into just writing now. I prefer it.

 

I do enjoy studying other cultures and languages, that has influenced a lot of my writing and musicality.

Education

2024 - present

Vermont College of Fine Arts

(Master of Fine Arts)

2019 - 2022

University of Central Arkansas

(Bachelor of Fine Arts) cum laude

2017 - 2019

Arkansas Northeastern College

(Associate of General Studies)

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Experiences

Hands of man playing the trombone
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Blytheville Community Band

I played for this group on trombone & guitar during my undergrad studies at ANC.

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Tuba-Euphonium Ensemble

During my undergrad studies at UCA I played for Gail A. Robertson's tuba & euphonium ensemble, Tuba-Euphonium Krewe. I got to attend conferences such as SERTEC during that time.

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Garage Band

I briefly was in a small rock band on bass-guitar with a friend from college.

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Composers' Forum

I was a part of a forum for composers at UCA.

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Jazz Trombonist

I played in UCA's jazz ensemble on trombone.

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Jack of All Trades

I've collaborated with many folks, in & out of academia: playing in bands of others, filming scores, and being in film panels.

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