Andrew Sowatzke

4211 University Ave, Apt 4

Des Moines, IA 50311
Phone: 262-844-7468
Andrew.sowatzke@gmail.com

Education
Bachelor of Music Education with a Jazz Studies Concentration
Bachelor of Music Performance Trumpet
Drake University, Des Moines, IA

Anticipated 2015
Anticipated 2015

Student Teaching Experience

5-6 Instrumental Music, West Des Moines, IA
Supervising Teacher: Tony Garmoe
- Will lead individual lessons
- Plan and lead large ensemble lessons
- Teach fundamentals of both ensemble and solo playing

March May 2015

10-12 Instrumental Music, West Des Moines, IA

January March 2015
Supervising Teacher: Greg Simmons
- Instructed individual lessons
- Led large ensemble rehearsals in both Concert Band and Jazz settings
- Differentiated education to the level of the learner present

Work Experience
Marching Technician
July November 2014
Valley High Marchmasters, West Des Moines, IA
- Responsible for proper technique of both the marching form and brass performance
- Actively engaged students daily in rehearsals and performances
- Led sectionals on both music and physical marching
Marching Technician
July August 2012 & 2013
Wauwatosa West High School, Wauwatosa, WI
- Helped restart a marching program, with emphasis on beginning learning
- Was responsible for individualized attention to marching and sound basics
- Rehearsed full ensemble in both music and visual rehearsals
Camp Counselor Intermediate Boys
June August 2012 & 2013
Interlochen Arts Camp, Interlochen, MI
- Instructed learners age 8-13 in daily musical and social learning
- Was responsible for 10-12 campers for 6 continuous weeks
- Held a position in division office, responsible for daily communication with parents

Practicum Experience
10-12th Grade Band, Johnston, IA
9-12 Marching Band
5th Grade Band, West Des Moines, IA
9th Grade Band, West Des Moines, IA
7-8th Grade Band, Des Moines, IA
K-6 General Music, Des Moines, IA
K-12 Vocal Music, Des Moines, IA
5-6th Special Education, Des Moines, IA
7-8th Grade Band, Des Moines, IA

Mr. Jeff Robilliard

Ankeny, IA and Bondurant, IA
Mrs. Jane Eklof
Mr. Chris Strohmaier
Mr. Dana Andrews
Mrs. Patty Trump
Various Teachers
Ms. Laura Stanborough
Mr. Dana Andrews

Fall 2014
Fall 2013
Spring 2013
Spring 2013
Spring 2013
Fall 2012
Fall 2012
Fall 2011
Spring 2011

Activities and Involvement

National Association for Music Educators
Student Music Advisory Committee at Drake
Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia
- Fraternity Education Officer
International Performances with large and small ensembles
Member of the Colts Drum and Bugle Corps
Drake Jazz 1
Drake University Wind Symphony
Private Studio Teacher

2010-2015
2010-2014
2010-2015
2011-2014
2007, 2011, 2014
2011
2011-2015
2013-2015
2009-Present

Skills
Extensive knowledge of marching and jazz pedagogy and performance
Extensive knowledge of Brass pedagogy, literature, and performance
Knowledge of Woodwind and Percussion pedagogy, literature, and performance
Knowledge of grade appropriate repertoire, with an open attitude to new works
Personable, reliable, and responsible

References
References are available upon request