Christopher Krocker-Mattila
1022 Fort St, Victoria,BC
Summary
Knowledgeable Post-secondary graduate in Victoria, BC talented at learning quickly and adding value to any company. Experienced music teacher with several years' experience in instruction and several years' experience as a professional musician. Solid academic achievement paired with a display of commitment and integrity.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Music Instructor
Self Employed
Victoria, British Columbia
03.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans designed to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Taught music theory, technique, ear training, sight singing and performance skills to students of all ages.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and contact information.
- Worked closely with parents to ensure that students were meeting their goals and staying motivated throughout their studies.
Bass Player
Dreamworld Panic
Victoria, British Columbia
02.2024 - Current
- Applied knowledge of harmony, melody and voice production to individualize presentations and maintain audience interest.
- Played variety of music with broad stylistic range and improvisatorial flexibility.
- Participated actively in group discussions related to creative decisions during production sessions.
- Composed original material for use within various projects on albums.
- "Dreamworld Panic deliver their sprawling debut single ‘Family Portrait’" - https://returnofrock.com/dreamworld-panic-deliver-their-sprawling-debut-single-family-portrait/
- Ellis Frank - The Shed Recording Studio - 250 580 4227 - shedrecording@proton.me
Guitar Player
Wasteland Preachers
Victoria, British Columbia
05.2023 - Current
- Accompanied vocalists and other instrumentalists in live performances.
- Developed new solos and guitar parts for original compositions.
- Recorded audio tracks for studio albums and live shows.
- Led rehearsals by providing guidance on tempo, dynamics, phrasing.
- "At the Victoria Fringe Festival 2024, The Wasteland Preachers Shows How Life Doesn’t Have to Be Like A Castle of Glass" - https://otakunoculture.com/tag/wasteland-preachers/#google_vignette
- "Gabriola Theatre Festival- Castle of Glass" - https://www.gabriolatheatrecentre.ca/event-details-registration/gabriola-theatre-festival-castle-of-glass-2024-08-16-20-45
- "A failed marriage. A quarter-life crisis. An Actor trying to keep it together. Castle of Glass is a theatrical musical production from the Victoria-based band, The Wasteland Preachers. - https://intrepidtheatre.com/shows/castle-of-glass/
- https://www.instagram.com/wastelandpreachers/reels/?__d=1%2F
- "Victoria Fringe Festival 2024 review: Castle of Glass a shining exemplification of raw, independent theatre" - https://www.nexusnewspaper.com/newsite/2024/08/26/victoria-fringe-festival-2024-review-castle-of-glass-a-shining-exemplification-of-raw-independent-theatre/
- Jeremy James Sinclair - wastelandpreachers@gmail.com - 780-863-5620
Guitar Teacher
Tapestry Music
Victoria, British Columbia
09.2019 - 01.2024
- Encouraged passion for music in students by presenting various genres.
- Planned lessons according to student skill level and learning modality.
- Built trusting rapport with students and facilitated communication with family members when needed.
- Formulated and implemented effective lesson plans focusing on principles of music, musicianship, music theory and history.
- Ann Irwin - (Manager) - Tapestry Music Victoria - 250-744-4834 - amirwin@gmail.com
Musician
Avatar Xperience Center
Victoria, British Columbia
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Composed and performed original music for a variety of audiences.
- Played live shows with full bands and solo performances.
- Created custom arrangements for songs to fit the venue or occasion.
Musician
Victoria Conservatory of Music
Victoria, British Columbia
09.2020 - 08.2023
- Performer at multiple VCM and CCPA donor events
- VCM Mothers Day Gardens Performer/ Canada Day at the Gorge Performer- Alex Richards (Postsecondary@vcm.bc.ca)
Assistant Recording Engineer
Studio Live
Cumberland, BC
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Set up individual microphones for instruments and singers and balanced levels.
- Managed setup and tear-down of sound and music equipment before and after performances to promote efficient workflow.
- Utilized recording equipment to record music and speech.
- Set up and optimized equipment to maintain signal strength, clarity and reliability during broadcasts.
- James Mattila - (Engineer) - (250)-986-6650
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Music Intensive
The U-JAM Society
Victoria, BC08.2023
Associate of Arts - Music Performance
Camosun College
Victoria, BC06.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Music Performance
Hornby Island Blues Society
Hornby Island, BC05.2023
Psychology of Well Being - Psychology
Coursera
Online07.2020
Cuba International Field School - Field School
Camosun College
Victoria, BC08.2019
Skills
- Supervision and training
- Staff development
- People skills
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Communication
- Highly motivated
- Friendly and outgoing
- Sound judgment
- Profit and loss accountability
- Creative Thinking
- Live Music Performances
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Background Music Performance
- Special Events Performances
- Music Recording
- Instructional Methods
- Music Theory
- Individual Lessons
- Student Engagement
- Active Listening
Volunteering
- Victoria International JazzFest Volunteer - Ashley Wey - (Volunteer Coordinator, Program Assistant) - Victoria Jazz Society - (250) 338-4423
- Opening Performer -Victoria City Hall Monthly Council Meeting - Daniel Lapp - ( Artistic Director of the Victoria Conservatory ) - daniel@daniellapp.com
- Victoria Conservatory of Music - Jeremie Grandbois - Volunteer Coordinator - (250) 419-4317 - studios@vcm.bc.ca - My roles were concession, ticket sales, serving beverages and food with a catering company, and walking guests to seats. From July 2022 - September 2022
- Worship Leader (Guitar/ Vocals/ Drums/ Piano) Parkdale Church 1095 Tolmie Ave, Victoria, BC - Tim Stewart - 250 382-7513
Timeline
Private Music Instructor
Self Employed
03.2024 - Current
Bass Player
Dreamworld Panic
02.2024 - Current
Musician
Avatar Xperience Center
07.2023 - 08.2023
Guitar Player
Wasteland Preachers
05.2023 - Current
Musician
Victoria Conservatory of Music
09.2020 - 08.2023
Guitar Teacher
Tapestry Music
09.2019 - 01.2024
Assistant Recording Engineer
Studio Live
01.2014 - 01.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Music Intensive
The U-JAM Society
Associate of Arts - Music Performance
Camosun College
Some College (No Degree) - Music Performance
Hornby Island Blues Society
Psychology of Well Being - Psychology
Coursera
Cuba International Field School - Field School
Camosun College
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