Callaloo
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Chicago, IL
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Steel Drum Player
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I am available for drumset and percussion related gigs, including drum tech and stagehand work. I also have experience teaching drumset, music theory, and music literacy.
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I am looking for jobs and gigs related to drumset and percussion, music education, stagehand work, and arts management.
I am a drummer and percussionist from the Chicagoland area with experience teaching. In May 2018 I received a Bachelor's of Music degree in jazz studies from the University of Illinois at Chicago.
Notable Performances:
2014-2018 The University of Illinois of Chicago Wind Ensemble; Director: José Oliver Riojas.
As Principal Percussion: 2015-2018.
Notable Performances:
Ron Nelson: Rocky Point Holiday; played Marimba.
Ottorino Respighi: The Pines of Rome (arr. Curnow); played Glockenspiel.
Pyotr Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 4 in F minor. Mvt. 4: Finale (arr. Riojas); played Cymbals.
John Adams: Lollapalooza; played Xylophone.
2015-2016, 2018. The University of Illinois at Chicago Jazz Ensemble;
Director: Andy Baker/Chris Madsen.
Notable Performances:
UIC School of Music Presents: The UIC Jazz Ensemble featuring Jon Faddis. Performed selections from ‘Suite for Pops’ by the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra. Performed with Jon Faddis for The University of Illinois at Chicago High-School Jazz Festival.
Rufus Reid: Quiet Pride: The Elizabeth Catlett Project; played Drum Set. Performed with Rufus Reid for The University of Illinois at Chicago High-School Jazz Festival.
2014-2016 The Chicago Classical Symphony Orchestra; Director: Joseph Glymph.
As Principal Percussion: 2015
Notable Performances:
Carl Nielsen: Symphony No. 2 “The Four Temperaments”; played Timpani (as principal).
*Recording Available for Purchase
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5 in E minor; played Timpani (as principal).
Benjamin Britten: The Four Sea Interludes; played Percussion I.
Gustav Mahler: Symphony No. 5 in C# minor; played Tamtam, Holzklapper, Glockenspiel.
Professional Employment:
Present Freelance Drummer/Drum Tech
Drummer at ‘Titty Citty’ band (Facebook: @tcittymusic)
2017-18 Lab Monitor at The Ravinia Jazz Scholars Program; 1044 W Harrison St. Chicago, IL 60607.
Supervisor: Melissa Reeves
2017 Security Officer at Advanced Security Solutions;
1645 Birchwood Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018.
2016 UIC Theatre Production: “Passing Strange” by Stew; Played Drum Set.
2015 Music Instructor at Community Links High School;
2400 S Marshall Blvd, Chicago, IL 60623.
Supervisor: Lisa Reed
Other Experience:
UIC Jazz Combos
UIC Percussion Ensemble
UIC Pep Band
UIC Funk Band
UIC Audio Engineering Society
James P. said “The great tropical mood set by Scott was a hit with our pool party.”
Gus A. said “Amazing”
Joe L. S. J. said “An engaging, exciting and memorable experience for the children attending our event. They really enjoyed themselves. Thanks so much!”
Hello my name is Mike I’m pro musician with over 20 years experience playing all genres. I can provide a band or join your band for you today. Diverse is made up…