TYLER CLARK

302 E 4th ST Pana, IL · 217-823-4133

tylerkc9513@gmail.com

My objective is to be a music/band/choir teacher for students of all ages. I am well-

rounded in both instrumental and vocal music and aspire to be a reliable and
knowledgeable resource for my students.

EDUCATION
DECEMBER 2020
BACHELOR OF MUSIC WITH TEACHER LICENSURE, EASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
GPA: 3.96/Summa Cum Laude. Studied both voice and saxophone in depth (primarily voice).
Proficient and active in both vocal and instrumental music. Studied music education, technology,
theory, history, and many other topics within music. Also studied acting and auditioning, and
performed principal roles in both musicals and straight plays.

MAY 2017
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES/MINOR IN CHEMISTRY, EASTERN
ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
GPA: 3.96/Summa Cum Laude. Studied molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, anatomy,
physiology, and many other topics within biology and chemistry. Conducted research on the genetics
of Red Imported Fire Ants.

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
2021
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER, MOULTON MIDDLE SCHOOL/SHELBYVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
Filled in for teachers of various classes including English, Business, Accounting, Graphic Design, and
Band for grades ranging from 5-12.
2020
STUDENT TEACHER, MOULTON MIDDLE SCHOOL/SHELBYVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
Lead both band and choir rehearsals for middle school through high school ensembles in preparation
for virtual concerts. Other responsibilities included teaching 4th/5th grade general music, directing and
arranging for the Ukulele Club, and assisting and casting the fall play.
2018
CHAMBER ENESMBLE COACH, EASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERISTY CONCERT BAND
Coached, identified and corrected errors, completed score study, and developed rehearsal plans for a
concert band woodwind chamber ensemble.

LEADERSHIP POSITIONS
Vice President of Xi Upsilon chapter of Phi Mu Alpha: Men’s Music Fraternity 2019
(Previously Secretary, Music Director, and Historian)
Saxophone Section Leader of the Wind Symphony, EIU’s top wind ensemble 2019
Secretary of National Association for Music Education (NAfME) EIU chapter 2018-2019
Bass Drum Section Leader of the EIU Panther Marching Band 2014-2015
Pana Senior High School Marching Band Co-Drum Major 2013

1
 PERFORMANCE EXPERIENCE
2015-2016, 2017-PRESENT
GUITARIST, SULLIVAN SINGERS/SINGERS JUNIOR SHOW CHOIR COMBO
Play electric/acoustic guitar in the backing band for competing show choirs.

2017 – 2019
CHOIR MEMBER/CANTOR, ST. CHARLES BORROMEO CATHOLIC CHURCH
Sang in the choir as a member and soloist on Sunday mornings and holidays. On occasion lead the
congregation in singing.

OTHER NOTABLE PERFORMANCE EXPERIENCE

ROLE/INSTRUMENT PRODUCTION/ENSEMBLE ORGANIZATION YEAR(S)
Eddie Fool For Love* EIU 2020
Archibald Craven The Secret Garden EIU 2019
Frank Die Fledermaus MIOpera 2019
Custom House La bohème MIOpera 2019
Sergeant/various chorus
Saxophone (Principal) Wind Symphony (Top Wind Ensemble) EIU 2019
Alto Saxophone (Lead) Jazz Ensemble (Top Jazz Ensemble) EIU 2018-2019
Rinuccio Gianni Schicchi EIU 2019
Joe 9 to 5: The Musical EIU 2018
Guitar Basketball Band EIU 2013-2015

AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS

Leo J. Dvorak Memorial Scholarship 2020
John F. Sellers Memorial Music Scholarship 2019
Golden Lyre Outstanding Vocalist Award 2019
Nimmons Family Scholarship 2018
Talented Student Award 2017
GIA Honors Scholarship 2014
Best Sophomore, Panther Marching Band 2014
Commitment to Excellence Scholarship, Tier 1 2013

REFERENCES
Dr. Danelle Larson, EIU Music Education Faculty
Charity Astrouski, Shelbyville Band Director
Joe Amato, Shelbyville Choir Director
Dr. Rebecca vonKamp, EIU Voice Instructor
Dr. Samuel Fagaly, EIU Saxophone Instructor
Chris Wilson, Sullivan Schools Choir Director
dlarson@eiu.edu, 217-581-7201
astrouskic@shelbyville.k12.il.us, 815-848-8283
amatoj@shelbyville.k12.il.us, 217-218-0565
rlvonkamp@eiu.edu, 217-581-2723
swfagaly@eiu.edu, 217-581-6628
ausinger42@gmail.com, 205-243-5854

*Cancelled due to the COVID-19 global pandemic.