Jake York
VICTORIA
Summary
Experienced with tuning, regulating, and repairing pianos to ensure optimal performance, with a proven track record at the University of Victoria. Utilizes both aural and electronic techniques to enhance sound quality and instrument longevity. Knowledge of piano mechanics and acoustics, combined with a reliable history of client satisfaction.
Also strongly experienced with leading worship services and fostering spiritual connections. Making use of strong musical and leadership skills to create engaging worship experiences and building and guiding effective worship teams, and a very strong track record of building, maintaining, and operating successfully within a budget.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Piano Technician
Self Employed
01.2022 - Current
- Performed tuning and regulation of pianos to achieve optimal sound quality.
- Provided regular, weekly assistance to Lead Piano Technician Jim Anderson at the University of Victoria, providing general tuning and maintenance, as well as assisting in larger repair projects.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues in various piano models, enhancing performance reliability.
- Collaborated with clients to assess their needs, providing tailored maintenance solutions for piano care.
- Continuing education and skills development through mentorship, formal classes and seminars, and membership to our local Piano Technician's Guild chapter
Worship Pastor
Saanich Baptist Church
01.2022 - Current
- Developed and led engaging worship services, enhancing congregational participation and spiritual growth.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently, ensuring cost-effective procurement of instruments, equipment, and materials needed for worship services.
- Mentored emerging leaders within worship team, fostering their spiritual development and musical skills.
- Coordinated music ministry activities, recruiting and training musicians and livestream/sound volunteers for optimal performance.
- Collaborated with church leadership to align worship experiences with overall ministry vision and mission.
Implemented innovative worship practices, incorporating diverse musical styles to appeal to broader demographics.
Worship Pastor
Canvas Church - Oak Bay
10.2019 - 01.2025
- Same as above
Education
Piano Technology
Piano Technicians Academy
Online06-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Briercrest College And Seminary
Caronport, Sk04-2012
Skills
- Business management
- Tuning proficiency
- Technical aptitude
- String replacement proficiency
- Hammer voicing and shaping proficiency
- Advanced regulation techniques and training
- Pedal adjustment knowledge
- Music theory
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Audio engineering
- Instrumental proficiency
Accomplishments
Completed the Piano Regulation and Touch Seminar at the Theodore Steinway Institute in New York.
Successfully budgeted, planned and implemented several large-scale A/V upgrade projects at Saanich Baptist Church, completing them on time and within budget.
Affiliations
Member of the Piano Technicians Guild, and regular attender of our local chapter
Certification
Certified Piano Technician - PTA
Certificate of Achievement - Regulation and Touch Seminar - Theodore Steinway Institute
Timeline
Piano Technician
Self Employed
01.2022 - Current
Worship Pastor
Saanich Baptist Church
01.2022 - Current
Worship Pastor
Canvas Church - Oak Bay
10.2019 - 01.2025
Piano Technology
Piano Technicians Academy
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Briercrest College And Seminary