Audio Production Teacher For Music : William Barnes

Subjects

Audio Production for Career & Vocational (Music)
(Language of Instruction: English)

Music for Middle (5th - 8th Grade)
Topics: Guitar Performance, Intro Music Theory, Intro Ear Training
(Language of Instruction: English)

Music for High School (9th - 12th Grade)
Topics: Guitar Performance, AP Music Theory, Ear Training
(Language of Instruction: English)

Guitar for Undergraduate (Others)
Topics: Guitar, Steel Guitar Jazz/Blues/Funk/Gospel/Country/Bluegrass/Rock, MIDI Sequencing, Arranging, Programming, Transcribing, Songwriting, Music Business
(Language of Instruction: English)

Guitar for Career & Vocational (Music)
Topics: Guitar, Steel Guitar Jazz/Blues/Funk/Gospel/Country/Bluegrass/Rock, MIDI Sequencing, Arranging, Programming, Transcribing, Songwriting, Music Business
(Language of Instruction: English)

Dobro for Career & Vocational (Music)
(Language of Instruction: English)

Guitar for Career & Vocational (Music)
(Language of Instruction: English)

Music Theory for Career & Vocational (Music)
(Language of Instruction: English)

Song writing for Career & Vocational (Music)
(Language of Instruction: English)

Sonic Art for Career & Vocational (Music)
(Language of Instruction: English)

Experience

Teaching

Freelance Music Teacher at williambarnesmusic.com, Alabama, United States (Jan2002 - Present)

Subjects: Guitar, Bass Pedal Steel, Dobro, Slide Guitar, Music Theory, Improvisation Ear Trainging, Chart Reading/Writing, Songwriting Computer -based Recording/Production

Mode of Teaching: Face to Face and Online

I have run a successful private and group lesson practice in Alabama for many years now. I am a full time performing and recording musician, and I teach in my free time. My real world experience in the music scene of the SouthEastern US for the past 15 years has given me invaluable knowledge to share with my students.

Live In Full-TimeFamily Music Tudor at n/a, Ohio, United States (Jun1999 - Aug1999)

Subjects: Guitar, Dobro, Improvisation Performance Music Theory

Mode of Teaching: Face to Face

Professional

Producer, Session Muisician, Composer, Arranger, Programmer at Special Session Studios, Alabama, United States (Sep2001 - Present)

In recent years Barnes has appeared on many albums by a diverse range of artists both as producer and musician, and he is excited about the long awaited release of his own debut record in late 2008. Corporate Clients, sound design. Oteil, Snarky Puppy, Blues Old Stand projects, SHJ, Stuart McNair, UAB Gospel Choir.

Promoter, Contractor, Producer, Agent, Manager, Graphic Designer, Marketer at SouthWord Entertainment, Alabama, United States (Jul2003 - Present)

After spending time on the east coast and absorbing the sounds of some of the region's most innovative artists, Barnes soon returned home with a fresh ear to help spread word of the vibrant music scene in Alabama, and to this end he formed the production and development company SouthWord Entertainment in 2003.
SouthWord Entertainment is a production, development, and promotional company started in 2003 in order to facilitate relationships between hardworking, innovative artists and markets e

Freelance Musician, Bandleader, Performer at WILLIAMBARNESMUSIC.COM, Alabama, United States (Jan1994 - Present)

William Barnes is a composer, producer, and performer who combines deep American roots sensibilities with 21st century influences into his own unique blend of modern, soulful pop-art music. Barnes has been working in the extremely fertile and funky Southeastern music scene since the age of 13, and he established himself as a powerful soloist, an in-demand working musician, and a veteran of the "chitllin circuit" by the time he reached high school. He remains an in-demand fixture in regional band

Bandleader, Manager, Guitarist at Far South Movement, Alabama, United States (Jan1993 - Apr1999)

Academics and Credentials

Education

Music Technology (Aug2003 - May2006)

University of Alabama at Birmingham, Alabama, United States

Studied Music Technology with Dr. Henry Panion, and played guitar in the UAB Goespel Choir, also studyiung Gospel music with Dr. Kevin P. Turner.

Guitar Improvisation & Composition (Jan2002 - Dec2004)

www.waynekrantz.com, New York, United States

I studied with amazing New York guitarist and ex-Berklee professor Wayne Krantz through his online teaching service. I use his strategies in my own rehearsal and teaching routines. I teach from his book, An Improviser's OS.

Jazz Guitar (Aug2000 - May2001)

Berklee College of Music, Massachusetts, United States

Studied with guitar greats Charles Chapman, Ben Sher, John Baboyan.

Music Composition
Philosophy, Politics, & Economics (Aug1997 - May1999)

Birmingham-Southern College, Alabama, United States

Studied Music Composition under Dr. Charles Mason, as well as took many classes in the PPE program (Philosophy, Politics, & Economics). Left after 2 years to play music full time and later to study at Berklee College of Music

Certifications or Credentials

Graduate of Ludwig von Mises Institute's Week Long "Mises U" Economic Philosophy Clinic, 1995

Alabama, United States

Memberships and Associations

Guitarist for Award-Winning/Chart-Topping UAB Gospel Choir

Alabama, United States

THE WHITE HOUSE
Washington
November 17, 2005
"I send greetings to those gathered for the University of Alabama at
Birmingham Gospel Choir 10th Anniversary Reunion Concert. Music plays a vital role in exploring ideas, expressing emotions, and
conveying the diversity of the human experience. By capturing the
imagination of our citizens, music has influenced our cultural
heritage and created some of our country's most treasured art forms.
This event provides an opportunity to celebrate musical traditions
that bring joy to people around the world and speak to every heart.
I appreciate all those involved for supporting the arts and helping
preserve America's rich musical legacy for future generations. Your
efforts advance music appreciation and enhance the creative spirit
of our Nation."
Laura and I send our best wishes."
George W. Bush

2008 BAMA Awards

Alabama, United States

Nominated Best Blues Artist (personally)
Nominated Best Improvisational Rock Artist (as a member of "O.K.")
Won Best Gospel Artist (as a member of the UAB Gospel Choir)

Publications and Research

Urban-jazz-rock from Birmingham band OK by Tanya Ott, Michael Krall, Coleman Lipsey. March 20, 2008 Interview from Birmingham's Local Arts Radio Show "Tapestry" on 90.3 WBHM Public Radio: http://wbhm.org/Tapestry/bands/OK.html. (View)

Blues, funk, jazz, jam - whatever you call it, William Barnes' music grooves. by Tanya Ott, Michael Krall, Hunter Bell. January 19, 2006 Interview from Birmingham's Local Arts Radio Show "Tapestry" on 90.3 WBHM Public Radio: http://wbhm.org/Tapestry/bands/WilliamBarnes.html . (View)

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