Introduction
My name is Micah Stoddard, a graduate of St Olaf College (BM) and DePaul University (MM with distinction). I have been playing piano since I was 4 years old, string bass since age 8, and singing for as long as I can remember. I am an aspiring symphony bassist and am currently teaching 2nd grade in a classroom setting while also teaching lessons and ensembles at an after-school music program. I have a wide array of experience both with orchestral, chamber, and some band music. I am available to play bass in any of those situations as well as teach piano at a beginner/intermediate level and bass at any level. Please do not hesitate to contact me for more information!
Education
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Saint Olaf College
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8/2012-5/2016
Bachelor of Music in String Bass Performance
4 year member and 2 year principal bassist of the St Olaf Orchestra. 3 year member and principal bassist of the St Olaf Band. Founding member of HillHarmonics a capella group, the first and only student-led co-ed campus a capella ensemble.
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DePaul University
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8/2017-5-2019
Master of Music in String Bass Performance
2 year member of DePaul Symphony Orchestra. Wrote program notes for 2018 Celebration Concert to open the performance season in a new concert hall/building. Graduated with Distinction.
Experience
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All Strings Attached
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8/2016-7/2017
Shop Assistant
Repair/retail services at a luthier shop
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Atlanta Music Project
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9/2019-present
Site Assistant, Bass Instructor
Perform set up/tear down responsibilities for rehearsal and concert spaces. Assist/sub for primary teachers in after school string classes. Teach sectionals and full strings rehearsals for youth orchestras. Teach private bass lessons when needed.
