Claire Powell

Apt. 206, 1930 Rosser Ave. Brandon, Manitoba R7B 0C5 (204)720-1344 claire.powell651@gmail.com

Educational Experiences Brandon University Bachelor of Music & Bachelor of Education Concurrent Instrumental Music Education Stream Applied Concentration: Trumpet Second Teachable Area: Social Studies/History May, 2013 Rosedale Heights School of the Arts Ontario Secondary School Diploma June, 2008 Additional Qualifications and Courses Member of the Brandon University Student Music Educators Association Executive Council 2012-2013 (President), 2011-2012 (Vice-President), 2010-2011 (Fundraising Chair) Contributor to the BUSMEA BUZZ Newsletter October 2010, January 2012, October 2012, January 2013, March 2013 o All issues of the BUSMEA BUZZ can be found online at: http://www2.brandonu.ca/organizations/BUSMEA/The_BUZZ.html Canadian Red Cross Emergency First Aid & CPR Level C Certified Additional courses include jazz band, brass ensemble, trumpet ensemble, and creative activities Strong written and verbal communication skills Work well in a team setting Comfortable with using technology in the classroom Prioritize and manage tasks appropriately

Student Teaching Placements 01:475, Spring 2013 Grade 10-12 High School Band, Fort Richmond Collegiate, Cheryl Ferguson 01:474, Fall 2012 Grade 11 & 12 Social Studies, Vincent Massey High School, Kevin Doerksen 01:371, Spring 2012 Grade 9-12 High School Band, Transcona Collegiate Institute, Dan Steinhilber 01:271, May 2010 Brandon West Side Middle School Band, Waverly Park School, Graydon Cramer Related Work Experience Penhold Air Cadet Summer Training Centre Course Officer (August 2012) and Music Instructor (July-August 2011, July 2012)

o As a Music Instructor, taught private lessons, theory classes, aural training, small ensembles, and sectionals to a wide range of Cadets (ages 13-17) ensuring each student was being instructed using their strengths and learning styles o As a Course Officer, led full basic band rehearsals and sectionals, in addition to keeping track of each individuals progress in theory, aural skills, and private lessons Trumpet Clinics 2009-present o Have led Kickstart, Sectional, and Masterclass style clinics to both junior high and high school students on trumpet, euphonium and tuba, and the brass family o Have instructed clinics for Sunrise School Division, Brandon School Division, Rolling River School Division, Park West School Division, Swan Valley School Division, Louis Riel School Division, the WestMan Honour Band, the NorMan Honour Band Career Trek- WestMan Project Group Leader (2009), Music Instructor (2010), Campus Assistant (2010-2012), Substitute (2012-2013) o As a Music Instructor, created and modified lesson plans to grasp the interest of a wide range of Grade 7 Students from varied backgrounds o As a Campus Assistant, monitored lessons, meetings, and lunch periods in addition to handling behaviour issues and ensuring a seamless day Brandon University Clinician Liaison 2011-2012 o Arranged clinicians and venues for band directors and honour bands in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Northern Ontario o Kept in close contact with Brandon University faculty supervisor Dr. Wendy McCallum, when contacting clinicians and band directors Brandon University Solfege Tutor 2010-2011 o Assisted students once a week on solfege pieces, scales, and overall aural skills for upcoming solfege studio assessments, working with a variety of learning styles Brandon University Symphonic Band Assistant 2008-2009 o Photocopied and distributed music and folders to all members of the ensemble both for the academic year and the Atlantic Band Festival tour o Responsible for ensemble rehearsal facilities twice a week

Volunteer Experience Instrument Trials, 2012-2013 o Assist groups of participants in trying new instruments including flute, clarinet, trumpet, and trombone Brandon Jazz Festival, 2009-2011 o Co-run the registration table in 2010 and 2011, ensuring that all information necessary for each ensemble went in the appropriate folder and reached the adjudicator prior to the performance Additional Musical Experience 2008- 2012: performed with the Brandon University Symphonic Band under the direction of Wendy McCallum

May 2011: performed at the International Trumpet Guild Conference with the Brandon University Trumpet Ensemble February 2011: performed Gary Kuleshas Pentagram with a Brandon University student trumpet quintet at the Brandon University New Music Festival 2010- 2012: performed with the Brandon University Trumpet Ensemble under the direction of Joel Brennan May 2009: traveled to Halifax with the Brandon University Symphonic Band to tour the Maritimes, playing with soloists (Dr. Cathy Wood & guest artist Manon LeFrance) as the feature band at the Atlantic Band Festival 2009-2011: performed with the Eric Platz/Greg Gatien jazz band at the Brandon Jazz Festival and other venues 2008- 2011: performed with the Brandon University Brass Ensemble under the direction of Alan Ehnes (2008-2010), and Joel Brennan (2010-2011) Additional Professional Development Tempo Conference 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 Da Capo Conference 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 Lessons and Units- Planning for Success! with Dr. Cam Symons, 2012 A Suzuki Seminar: Implementing the Suzuki Philosophy into the Classroom with Robert Richardson, Jr., 2012 Junior High Choir and Males Changing Voices with Carolyn Gwyer, 2011 Association of Music Administrators of Manitoba Leadership Conference 2011

Professional Affiliations Canadian Band Association Manitoba Teachers Society Manitoba Band Association Manitoba Music Educators Association Brandon University Student Music Educators Association

Awards & Scholarships 2012: Recipient of the Retired Teachers of Ontario Scholarship 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011: Placed on the Honours List 2008: Brandon University Board of Governors Entrance Scholarship