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Overview
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Accomplishments
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Clinician/Arranger
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Trevor Latimore

McDonough,GA

Summary

Music professional with extensive experience in band direction and music education. Proven ability to enhance ensemble performance and student musicianship. Focus on collaborative teamwork and adaptive strategies to meet evolving program needs. Skilled in conducting, repertoire selection, and educational leadership.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Band Director

McDonough High School
09.2022 - Current
  • Organized rehearsals and performances for various events throughout the year.
  • Arranged music and charted half-time shows to enhance audience engagement.
  • Coordinated meaningful festival and contest performances to showcase talent.
  • Achieved superior ratings at Marching Contests through dedicated preparation.
  • Performed at all home football games, away games, parades, and exhibitions across state and region.

Concert Band

  • Conducted all rehearsals and performances to achieve high-quality musical outcomes.
  • Established Symphonic Band Camp to enhance student engagement and skill development.
  • Consistently achieved superior and excellent ratings at Large Group Performance Evaluations.
  • Organized McDonough Cluster Pre-Large Group Performance Evaluation Concert/Clinic for preparation.
  • Programmed three concerts each academic year to showcase student talent.

Administration

  • Developed effective units of study and lesson plans aligned with National Standards.
  • Enhanced parent involvement in booster club association through targeted outreach initiatives.
  • Established strong rapport with administration, faculty, students, and community stakeholders.
  • Secured new uniforms and instruments for band programs to enhance student performance.
  • Conducted thorough inspections and audits to ensure compliance with industry standards.

Band Director

McDonough Middle School
09.2020 - 06.2022
  • Teach instrumental music to grades 6-8, conducting rehearsals and performances for all ensembles.
  • Prepare students for LGPE, earning consistent excellent ratings.
  • Foster musical growth and foundational skills in young musicians.

Band Director

Glenn Hills High School
09.2018 - 06.2020
  • Directed all rehearsals and performances for ensembles, including marching and concert bands.
  • Designed halftime shows and arranged music to showcase ensemble talents.
  • Enhanced student participation and performance quality through mentorship and skill development.
  • Maintained studio of 55 students in preparation for concert competitions and to secure College Band Scholarships.
  • Planned 6 concerts yearly and marketed concerts to students, parents and general public.
  • Traveled with band to 5 shows and planned transportation and lodging for 55 musicians.

Band Director

Woodlawn High School
09.2017 - 06.2018
  • Directed rehearsals and performances for marching, concert, and seasonal ensembles.
  • Designed halftime shows and arranged music to highlight student abilities.
  • Achieved excellent ratings at marching band evaluations and superior ratings at all-city concert band evaluations.
  • Supported student participation in Alabama State University Honor Band, fostering advanced musical growth.

Education

MAT - Music Education

Piedmont College
Demorest, GA
12.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Music

Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL
05.2016

Skills

  • Classroom management strategies
  • Sight-reading and ear training
  • Multicultural music appreciation
  • Band and ensemble direction
  • Adaptive teaching methods
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Student needs assessment
  • Improvisation techniques
  • Learning enhancement strategies
  • Rehearsal management
  • Instrumentation expertise
  • Arranging and performance skills
  • Event planning and management
  • Faculty collaboration and program administration
  • Fundraising initiatives
  • Performance preparation and direction
  • Musical instruction techniques
  • Creativity and artistic expression development
  • Lesson planning and student recruitment
  • Relationship building skills
  • Verbal and written communication proficiency

Accomplishments

    Fall 2023-

    $10,000 Recipient of 1-800 Truck Challenge-

    McDonough HS

    July 2023- Coach of the Month- McDonough HS

    2018-2019 School Year- “Marching Band of the Year

    Award”- Glenn Hills HS

Awards

Fall 2023- $10,000 Recipient of 1-800 Truck Challenge- McDonough HS, July 2023

July 2023 - Coach of the Month- McDonough HS, 

2018-2019 School Year “Marching Band of the Year Award”- Glenn Hills HS 

Affiliations

  • National Association for Music Education (NAfME)
  • Georgia Association of Educators (GAE)
  • Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

Clinician/Arranger

  • Clinician - Riverdale HS Concert Band; Riverdale, Ga. - March 2025
  • Clinician - Cross Creek HS Concert Band; Augusta, Ga.- February 2025
  • Atlanta All Star HS Mass Band; Atlanta, Ga. - December 2024
  • Arranger- Jonesboro HS Marching Band; Jonesboro, Ga.- Fall 2024
  • Arranger- Mundy’s Mill HS Marching Band; Jonesboro, Ga.- Fall 2024
  • Arranger- Berkmar HS Marching Band; Lilburn, Ga.- Fall 2024
  • Arranger- Berkmar HS Marching Band; Lilburn, Ga- Spring 2024
  • Arranger- Cross Creek HS Marching Band; Augusta, Ga.- Spring 2024
  • Low Brass Clinician- Berkmar HS Concert, Symphonic, & Wind Ensemble; Lilburn, Ga.- February 2024
  • Arranger- Berkmar HS Marching Band; Lilburn, Ga.- Fall 2023
  • Arranger- Morrow HS Marching Band; Morrow. Ga.- Fall 2023
  • Arranger- New Manchester HS Marching Band; Douglasville, Ga. Spring and Fall 2023
  • Arranger- Atlanta All Star HS Mass Band; Atlanta, Ga. - December 2022
  • Arranger- Fulton United Mass Band; Atlanta, Ga.- June 2022
  • Clinician- Riverdale HS Concert Band; Riverdale, Ga.- March 2022
  • Clinician- South Cobb HS Concert Band and Wind Ensemble; Austell, Ga. -February 2022
  • Clinician/Arranger- New Manchester HS Marching Band; Douglasville, Ga.-April 2021
  • Low Brass Clinician- Lucy C. Laney HS; Augusta, Ga.- January 2020
  • Arranger- Jefferson Davis HS Marching Band; Montgomery, Al.- Fall 2018
  • Director/Arranger- CSRA All Star Band; Augusta, Ga.- Summer 2016
  • Arranger- River Region Mass Band; Montgomery, Al. - Summer 2016
  • Low Brass Clinician- Jefferson Davis HS Marching Band; Montgomery, Al.- Fall 2015

Timeline

Band Director

McDonough High School
09.2022 - Current

Band Director

McDonough Middle School
09.2020 - 06.2022

Band Director

Glenn Hills High School
09.2018 - 06.2020

Band Director

Woodlawn High School
09.2017 - 06.2018

MAT - Music Education

Piedmont College

Bachelor of Arts - Music

Alabama State University
Trevor Latimore