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Zachary McCord

Lexington

Summary

A young but well-rounded and experienced musician in both vocal and instrumental disciplines. I've gigged in and around the Lexington area for around 4 years with various vocal and instrumental ensembles, often on a tight schedule. I have strong connections in Jessamine County, I have taught there seasonally for two years and I have experience in private one-on-one teaching.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Marching Band Faculty

East Jessamine High School
07.2023 - 09.2024
  • Led 17-22 high school students through learning and memorizing a contestable KMEA marching show.
  • Provided thoughtful and productive feedback in a one-on-one private lesson for each student throughout camp
  • Evaluated member performance during rehearsals, offering targeted guidance for continuous improvement.
  • Mentored student leadership within the ensemble, empowering them to take ownership of their roles and make meaningful contributions to the group.
  • Occasionally lead full bad rehearsal in the absence of the director or upon request.

Private Lesson Teacher

Self
05.2022 - 12.2023
  • Offered cheap/free clarinet lessons to 6th- 10th grade students in my county who couldn't afford private lessons elsewhere.
  • Offered seven students over 2 years opportunities to perform independently or with a small group for a public audience.
  • Often demonstrated passages my students were working on.
  • Established healthy one-on-one relationships with students so that I could better assist and assess their playing.

Church Choral Scholar

Central Christian Church
02.2024 - Current
  • Expected to learn music at a very quick pace twice weekly.
  • Must be confident enough on harmony parts to assist those who may need help around you.

High School Leadership Opportunities

East Jessamine High School
05.2019 - 05.2023
  • Led choir rehearsals for 3 days when the director was leading an honor choir.
  • Was marching band drum major and awarded the John Philip Sousa award in 2023.
  • Bass section leader in High School Chorale
  • Often accompanied for choir warmups

Education

East Jessamine High School
Nicholasville KY
05-2023

Skills

  • Identifying ideal teaching strategies
  • Working with children
  • Vocal demonstration
  • Piano proficient
  • Music theory
  • Style Variation

Timeline

Church Choral Scholar

Central Christian Church
02.2024 - Current

Marching Band Faculty

East Jessamine High School
07.2023 - 09.2024

Private Lesson Teacher

Self
05.2022 - 12.2023

High School Leadership Opportunities

East Jessamine High School
05.2019 - 05.2023

East Jessamine High School
Zachary McCord