DANIEL B.

WARREN
204 WEEPING WILLOW LANE, APT. A BRIDGEWATER, VA 22812
PHONE (757) 651-9103 E-MAIL WARRENDANIELB@GMAIL.COM
PROFILE

Dynamic music educator with a passion for innovative instruction, curriculum development and alignment, and
educating and supporting other educators; implement new technique and methods in building well-rounded music
program; instrumental and choral classroom teaching experience at the middle and high levels; dedicated to
cultivating hard-working, passionate musicians; commitment to lifelong learning.

EDUCATION

Master of Music, Music Education Fall 2018 (Anticipated)

 James Madison University

Bachelor of Music, Music Education, Piano December 2013

 James Madison University
 Magna Cum Laude

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION

Collegiate Professional License

 Music: Instrumental PreK-12
 Music: Choral PreK-12
Gordon Institute for Music Learning, Instrumental Music Certification
 Level 1 with Dr. Richard Grunow, Eastman School of Music

TEACHING & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Graduate Assistant, James Madison University Bands August 2017-Present

 Awarded competitive graduate assistantship with the JMU Band program
 Assist with planning and daily operations of concert band and JMU’s world renowned marching band, the
Marching Royal Dukes, as well as trips including performances at away games, exhibition appearances,
recruiting events, and CAA Men’s and Women’s basketball games
 Supervise and teach basic drill and marching technique during preseason camp and throughout season
 Observe and instruct MRD student leadership team in sectional management, rehearsal technique, and
efficient teaching strategies
 Lead concert and marching band rehearsals and sectionals in accordance with directors
 Teach portions of undergraduate Marching Band Procedures and Techniques course in collaboration with
athletic band directors
 Direct JMU Pep Band at CAA Men’s and Women’s basketball games, including away games and
tournament

Director of Bands and Choirs, Middlesex High School, Saluda, Virginia August 2014-June 2017
 Create and execute lesson plans, adhering to state and national standards for music education, as well as
district approved curriculum for band, choir, guitar, and music history/theory
 Assess student learning on both formative and summative bases, diversifying and differentiating instruction
as necessary to promote student acquisition and success
 Showcase student growth through organized performances throughout the year
 Collaborate with other faculty to promote project based and interdisciplinary learning
 Demonstrate strong commitment to growing professionally in skill, knowledge, research, literature, and
theory
Technician in Residence, Appomattox High School Marching Band Summers 2012, 2013, & 2015
 Collaborated with director to plan and execute long-term goals for program
 Instructed ensemble in the technical aspects of marching and music
 Developed and oversaw the direction of student leadership team
 Gave private instruction to drum majors in the art of conducting the marching ensemble

Music Director and Pianist, Grottoes United Methodist Church September 2013 – June 2014
 Conducted and rehearse a choir of diverse ages and abilities on a weekly basis to enhance the worship service
 Coached and accompany soloists for special performances
 Performed prepared and improvised solo piano works for regular worship services and other special events

Instructor, Summer Band Camps, James Madison University Summers 2012 & 2013
 Instructed high school students in marching, musicianship, team building, personal responsibility, and
working effectively with peers and leaders
 Collaborated with a team of staff to provide students with opportunities to acquire and apply new skills
 Assisted students in learning and performing an entire marching show in four days’ time

OTHER RELATED EXPERIENCE

Research Assistant, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, Virginia Fall 2011 – Fall 2013
 Worked under the direction of Dr. David Stringham, investigating issues in music education through
research and data analysis, maintaining accurate and ethical research techniques
 Presented at 2012 VMEA (Virginia Music Educators Association) Conference: The Effects of Singing and
Playing by Ear in Middle and High School Orchestra Students

Virginia Hemophilia Foundation Board of Directors July 2013-Present

Hemophilia Federation of America Board of Directors July 2017-Present
 Serve as part of the representative body elected to educate, advocate, and foster a community of support for
all people affected by bleeding disorders throughout the state and nation
 Plan, organize, and attend programs, both social and educational, for families of children living with
bleeding disorders, primarily Hemophilia and von Willebrand disease
 Meet regularly with members of the board and the executive director to organize conferences, discuss
financial plans, and cultivate manageable growth

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

N.A.f.M.E., National Association for Music Education

V.B.O.D.A., Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors Association
Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, Professional Music Fraternity for Men in Music
Pi Kappa Lambda, National Music Honor Society
Virginia Hemophilia Foundation, Member, Board of Directors
Hemophilia Federation of America, Member, Board of Directors

REFERENCES

Dr. David Stringham Mr. Scott Rikkers, Associate Director of

Associate Professor, JMU School of Music JMU Bands; Director of MRDs
540.568.5279 (w) 540.568.6033 (w)
stringda@jmu.edu rikkersd@jmu.edu

Ms. Elizabeth Keene, Program Assistant Mrs. Adrienne Barker, English and Drama
JMU Bands Middlesex High School
276.971.7677 (c) 717.623.3448 (c)
keeneel@jmu.edu abarker@mcps.k12.va.us