David Peter Rowland
Ramsey,Essex
Summary
Music professional with strong skills in technical score reading, instrument proficiency, and music theory. Experienced in scheduling rehearsals, conducting orchestras, and leading musical ensembles. Achieved success in concert promotion and demonstrated adaptability in performances, with a solid understanding of copyright laws. Dedicated to enhancing artistic excellence and delivering high-quality musical experiences.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Musical Director of St Botolphs' Music Society
St Botolphs' Music Society
Colchester, Essex
01.2025 - Current
- Selected appropriate music pieces, resulting in captivating performances.
- Created engaging concert programmes, enhancing overall audience experience.
- Encouraged professional growth among musicians by providing constructive feedback.
- Achieved efficient rehearsals by developing clear practice schedules for musicians.
- Increased audience engagement by tailoring setlists to specific event themes.
- Fostered a productive work environment by promoting open communication amongst band members.
- Conducted music rehearsals to ensure harmonious orchestra performances.
- Coordinated with other creative team members to create cohesive productions.
- Managed budget effectively whilst producing high-quality shows and concerts.
Musical Director of Tendring Brass
Tendring Brass
Wix, Essex
04.2023 - Current
- Fostered a productive work environment by promoting open communication amongst band members.
- Established positive relationships with venue managers, securing consistent bookings.
- Ensured the smooth running of live performances through effective stage management.
- Increased audience engagement by tailoring setlists to specific event themes.
- Selected appropriate music pieces, resulting in captivating performances.
- Created engaging concert programmes, enhancing overall audience experience.
- Achieved efficient rehearsals by developing clear practice schedules for musicians.
- Organised regular training sessions for musicians to improve performance standard.
- Coordinated with other creative team members to create cohesive productions.
- Conducted music rehearsals to ensure harmonious orchestra performances.
- Encouraged professional growth among musicians by providing constructive feedback.
- Practised regularly to maintain and develop musical skill.
- Upheld rigorous rehearsal schedule to maintain high standards of performance matching audience expectations.
- Collaborated well to achieve faultless group performances.
Conductor - Essex Youth Symphonic Wind Orchestra
Essex Music Services
Chelmsford, Essex
09.2019 - Current
- Selected pieces for performance, ensuring audience satisfaction.
- Maintained a harmonious working environment with clear communication and leadership.
- Ensured precise timing of music with effective rehearsal management.
- Coordinated concert schedules, guaranteeing smooth running events.
- Studied musical scores to prepare for upcoming concerts.
- Demonstrated knowledge in various genres of music during repertoire selection.
- Guided musicians through challenging sections of pieces, enhancing performance quality.
- Fostered positive relationships with musicians to encourage teamwork.
- Enhanced the quality of sound, by balancing the volume and texture of parts.
- Inspired musicians through passionate conducting techniques.
- Provided constructive feedback to musicians, improving their individual technique.
- Improved orchestra's overall sound by enforcing disciplined practice sessions.
- Conducted rehearsals for high-quality concert performances.
- Facilitated productive rehearsals, leading to successful live shows.
- Brought out emotional depth in musical pieces whilst ensuring technical precision.
- Led orchestral performances by effectively interpreting musical scores.
- Conducted all pieces with skill and efficiency.
Peripatetic music teacher
Essex Music Services
Chelmsford, Essex
07.2018 - Current
- Travelled between multiple schools to provide comprehensive education.
- Facilitated group rehearsals with orchestral ensembles to enhance teamwork skills amongst pupils.
- Selected appropriate sheet music for differing ability levels.
- Developed individualised lesson plans for student improvement.
- Promoted discipline and dedication through consistent practice regimes.
- Assisted in preparation of school concerts for community enjoyment.
- Fostered confidence in pupils through public performance opportunities.
- Ensured safe and positive learning environment, promoting mutual respect among students.
- Provided constructive feedback, aiding pupil progression.
- Enriched students' knowledge by teaching music theory basics.
- Evaluated student performance and provided feedback and assistance to improve musical skills.
- Evaluated student progress and provided constructive feedback about performances, exams and auditions.
- Trained, rehearsed and led students in school and community musical programs.
- Stayed up-to-date on examination requirements to adequately prepare students for exams and practicals.
- Attended training and community events to broaden expertise and help students.
- Updated documentation for school and student records.
- Encouraged students to have fun and develop their own musical style.
- Offered constructive criticism, feedback and advice to encourage and motivate students.
- Prepared students for auditions, assessments and performances.
- Demonstrated different techniques to guide students' practise.
- Assigned exercises for targeted practise based on students' ability, preferences and interests.
- Collaborated with students to identify and meet individual students' learning needs and goals.
- Provided overview of music history to provide context for learnings.
- Taught students how to read and interpret musical notation.
- Set clear expectations with students by agreeing on homework and inter-session practice.
- Instructed students at beginner level on practical aspects of playing musical instruments.
- Planned, prepared and delivered workshops for individual students and groups of up to 30.
Musical director- Clacton Concert Orchestra
The Clacton Concert Orchestra
Clacton-on-Sea, Essex
04.2018 - Current
- Encouraged professional growth among musicians by providing constructive feedback.
- Increased audience engagement by tailoring setlists to specific event themes.
- Selected appropriate music pieces, resulting in captivating performances.
- Ensured the smooth running of live performances through effective stage management.
- Conducted music rehearsals to ensure harmonious orchestra performances.
- Created engaging concert programmes, enhancing overall audience experience.
- Managed budget effectively whilst producing high-quality shows and concerts.
- Coordinated with other creative team members to create cohesive productions.
- Achieved efficient rehearsals by developing clear practice schedules for musicians.
- Practised regularly to maintain and develop musical skill.
- Upheld rigorous rehearsal schedule to maintain high standards of performance matching audience expectations.
- Collaborated well to achieve faultless group performances.
- Liaised with fellow musicians, vocalists and musical directors to establish clear approaches for each piece.
- Arranged compositions to suit performance purposes.
- Altered arrangements to suit singer and musician range and capabilities.
- Conducted singers and musicians in delivering pieces with passion and precision.
Director of Music for the Essex Police Band
The Essex Police Band
Chelmsford, Essex
09.2021 - 02.2025
- Coordinated concert schedules, guaranteeing smooth running events.
- Communicated effectively with event organisers to manage logistical elements.
- Studied musical scores to prepare for upcoming concerts.
- Inspired musicians through passionate conducting techniques.
- Conducted rehearsals for high-quality concert performances.
- Integrated guest performers seamlessly into regular ensemble line-ups.
- Facilitated productive rehearsals, leading to successful live shows.
- Brought out emotional depth in musical pieces whilst ensuring technical precision.
- Enhanced the quality of sound, by balancing the volume and texture of parts.
- Maintained a harmonious working environment with clear communication and leadership.
- Fostered positive relationships with musicians to encourage teamwork.
- Ensured precise timing of music with effective rehearsal management.
- Provided constructive feedback to musicians, improving their individual technique.
- Guided musicians through challenging sections of pieces, enhancing performance quality.
- Selected pieces for performance, ensuring audience satisfaction.
- Demonstrated knowledge in various genres of music during repertoire selection.
- Conducted all pieces with skill and efficiency.
Music Coordinator at Great Bentley Primary School
Essex County Council
Great Bentley, Essex
09.2025 - 07.2018
- Assisted in budget preparation and financial planning procedures.
- Collaborated across departments for strategic planning purposes.
- Facilitated cross-departmental meetings for improved collaboration efforts.
- Coordinated project tasks for successful and timely completion.
- Coordinated staff training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge base.
- Maintained all project documentation, guaranteeing accuracy and accessibility.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential issues.
- Utilised digital tools for interactive learning experiences, capturing students' interest and making complex concepts accessible.
- Prepared pupils for ABRSM exams, enhancing their performance skills.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay updated on latest pedagogical practices in music education, optimising teaching methodologies accordingly.
- Encouraged peer collaboration amongst students during group projects enhancing teamwork skills.
- Devised fun-filled music games facilitating easier assimilation of theoretical concepts.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate music into other subjects, enriching overall learning experience.
- Motivated students to achieve their best through positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
- Arranged school-wide concerts showcasing student talent, fostering a sense of community and pride.
- Cultivated a positive learning environment with clear behaviour expectations and consistent discipline strategies.
- Enhanced students' music theory understanding by engaging teaching methods.
- Managed classroom effectively to maintain focus on lessons whilst ensuring student safety and wellbeing.
- Explored varied musical styles in lessons broadening student appreciation of diverse cultures and traditions.
- Increased student participation in extracurricular activities by promoting the benefits of musical education.
- Taught practical instrument techniques across various instruments including piano, guitar and percussion instruments.
- Tailored curriculum to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Monitored student progress regularly and addressed knowledge gaps.
- Evaluated student progress and provided constructive feedback about performances, exams and auditions.
- Maintained safe and positive learning environments for students to comfortably ask questions.
- Coached students in voice, tempo and rhythm excercises to promote strong foundational music skills.
- Trained, rehearsed and led students in school and community musical programs.
- Collaborated with school administration to organise musical programmes for civic functions and school productions.
Trumpet player on cruise ships
creation world wide/saga cruise lines
09.2012 - 07.2015
- Performed in orchestras, producing harmonious music.
- Improved tonal balance by adjusting embouchure technique.
- Prepared challenging pieces for successful concerts.
- Utilised improvisation skills during jazz sessions, creating dynamic performances.
- Practised scales and exercises to enhance technical proficiency.
- Perfected intricate solo passages leading to standing ovations during concerts.
- Maintained trumpet to ensure optimal performance quality.
- Demonstrated excellent sight-reading skills during auditions, securing prime roles in orchestras.
- Enhanced emotional impact of performances by interpreting composer's intent accurately.
- Achieved rich, resonant sound with precise breath control.
- Adapted to varying styles of music, demonstrating versatility.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Classical Music
Leeds College of Music
Leeds 09.2009 - 07.2012
A-Levels - Music, Music Technology and History
Clacton County High School
Clacton-on-Sea, Essex 09.2006 - 07.2008
GCSEs - Range of subjects including Maths and English
Clacton County High School
Clacton-on-Sea, Essex 09.2004 - 07.2006
Skills
- Technical score reading
- Instrument proficiency
- Music theory mastery
- Scheduling rehearsals
- Conducting technique
- Orchestra leadership
- Patience and persistence
- Stagecraft expertise
- Band mentoring
- Concert promotion
- Adaptability in performance
- Understanding of copyright laws
- Musician direction
- Instrumental competence
- Orchestration knowledge
- Performance directing
- Inspirational leadership
- Repertoire selection
- Artistic vision
- Performance preparation
- Audience engagement
- Performance evaluation
- Musical interpretation
- Concert planning
Timeline
Music Coordinator at Great Bentley Primary School
Essex County Council
09.2025 - 07.2018
Musical Director of St Botolphs' Music Society
St Botolphs' Music Society
01.2025 - Current
Musical Director of Tendring Brass
Tendring Brass
04.2023 - Current
Director of Music for the Essex Police Band
The Essex Police Band
09.2021 - 02.2025
Conductor - Essex Youth Symphonic Wind Orchestra
Essex Music Services
09.2019 - Current
Peripatetic music teacher
Essex Music Services
07.2018 - Current
Musical director- Clacton Concert Orchestra
The Clacton Concert Orchestra
04.2018 - Current
Trumpet player on cruise ships
creation world wide/saga cruise lines
09.2012 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Classical Music
Leeds College of Music
09.2009 - 07.2012
A-Levels - Music, Music Technology and History
Clacton County High School
09.2006 - 07.2008
GCSEs - Range of subjects including Maths and English
Clacton County High School
09.2004 - 07.2006