Andy Findlay
East Kilbride,Not US or Canada
Summary
A seasoned music professional with extensive expertise in transcribing by ear, arranging musical pieces, and concert performance. Demonstrates exceptional proficiency in instrument handling, rhythmic precision, and musical improvisation. Adept at utilising software synthesisers and digital audio workstations for music production and recording studio equipment use. Skilled in band management, sound mixing techniques, and sequencing technology competence. Committed to enhancing musical creativity through MIDI programming and sight-reading music. Career goals include advancing innovative music production techniques while maintaining high standards of concert etiquette understanding.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Guitarist
Freelance Musician
04.2023 - Current
- Adapted quickly to new musical styles for diverse performances requirements.
- Researched latest trends in music industry, keeping performances up-to-date and engaging for audiences.
- Participated in regional music festivals, promoting band's recognition and popularity.
- Conducted regular maintenance on personal instruments for optimal performance quality.
- Collaborated with other musicians to produce a harmonious sound.
- Practised daily to master complex guitar techniques.
- Led small ensemble rehearsals, improving overall group synchronisation and harmony.
- Recorded music tracks, contributing to the creation of band's debut album.
- Enhanced audience experience by interacting whilst performing on stage.
- Actively listened to feedback from bandmates, facilitating continuous improvement in performances.
- Provided musical accompaniment for theatrical performances.
- Liaised with fellow musicians, vocalists and musical directors to establish clear approaches for each piece.
Education
Higher National Diploma - Music Performance
Northampton College
Northampton 09.2006 - 07.2009
Skills
- Transcribing by ear
- Time management in rehearsals
- Concert performance
- Arranging musical pieces
- Instrument proficiency
- Rhythmic precision
- Musical improvisation
- Software synthesisers usage
- Sight-Reading music
- Band management
- Sound mixing techniques
- Sequencing technology competence
- Concert etiquette understanding
- Digital audio workstations proficiency
- MIDI programming
- Recording studio equipment use
- Musical creativity
- Digital audio workstations operation
- Music Theory
- Music production
- Recording and editing
- Stage presence
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Guitarist
Freelance Musician
04.2023 - Current
Higher National Diploma - Music Performance
Northampton College
09.2006 - 07.2009
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