Marc Perez
Santa Cruz,CA
Summary
Dynamic composer, performer, improviser, author, curator, organization leader, educator, researcher, and interdisciplinary artist with a proven, multidisciplinary track record (dance, art, music, poetry, performance) at multiple institutions across the globe (UCLA, CalArts, NYU, UCSC).
Active as an artist, performer, and musician for 10 years, specializing in improvisation/spontaneous expression, music/performance compositions, embodiment, and text based art. Performed at multiple festivals including Angel City Jazz Festival & High Desert Soundings.
Collaborates internationally (Korea,Thailand, UK) with artists, organizations, and students of all credence.
Skilled in leveraging professional adaptability and specialized technical expertise to meet diverse educational and institutional needs while honoring compassion, empathy, and humanity through their work. Has improved numerous current music programs within Southern California, including managing over $70,000 across multiple lower education music programs.
Deeply engaged in the curation, production, and participation of time-based interdisciplinary art around the world, with a special focus on artists engaged in spontaneous expression (improvisation). Curator for Some Things From Nothing (Sudden Somethings; USA), Regular production manager for music performances internationally & domestically. Connected intimately with DIY music, performance art, sound art, and visual art communities in the USA.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University Of California, Santa Cruz
05.2025 - Current
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
- Documented attendance and completed assignments to maintain full class and student records.
- Mentored students through office hours and one-on-one communication.
- Worked with teachers in evaluating student progress, needs and gains.
Music Archivalist
Self
01.2025 - Current
- Archive & Format Pieces of Music for Various Ensembles & Performers.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Private Music Instructor
Self
01.2018 - Current
- Arranged performance recitals and concerts to allow students to showcase musical talents.
- Planned and prepared individual music lessons to support student needs.
- Acquired teaching materials and resources to facilitate music instruction.
- Instructed students from beginner to professional in playing Trombone, reading sheet music, music composition and general music appreciation.
Retail Keyholder
Casual Male DXL
11.2024 - 07.2025
- Oversaw regular store cleaning of shelves, backrooms and racks.
- Maintained confidentiality and security of sales records and operational reports.
- Stored security alarm codes and keys and made routine code changes.
- Balanced cash registers at end of shift and filled out necessary reports.
- Maintained Excellent Customer Service, becoming one of the top rated employees in the Southern California Region
K-5 Music Teacher
Marshall School
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Instructed students on vocal performance, recorder performance, rhythm, Orff Instruments, harmonizing, performing scales, and proper posturing.
- Organized musical equipment thoughtfully to develop classroom routines, managing materials efficiently with minimal lost activity time.
- Grew & Petitioned Music Program's Budget, allowing for a total of $50,000 to be utilized entirely on the student body & their right to music in school.
- Taught curriculum enhanced lesson plans to educate 50+ students about fundamentals and history of music.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
Graduate Student Teacher
California Institute of the Arts
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement
- Created university approved course surrounding Non-Traditional methods of Music Composition
Teaching Assistant
California Institute of the Arts
09.2022 - 05.2024
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Focused in classes dealing with Music Transcription, Music Arrangement & Music Theory
AV Technician
University of California, Los Angeles
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Pulled and terminated variety of cables.
- Maintained and troubleshot audio and visual equipment to minimize downtime.
- Created and implemented technical support plans for audio-visual systems.
- Performed service and system maintenance as directed.
Education
Doctoral of Musical Arts - Music Composition
University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA06-2028
Master of Fine Arts - Performer-Composer
California Institute of The Arts
Santa Clarita, CA05-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Global Jazz Studies (Emphasis On Trombone)
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06-2022
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Active listening
- Professionalism
- Adaptability
- Emotional intelligence
- Conflict resolution
- Interpersonal skills
- Davinci Resolve
- Hayward Tuning Vine
- Ableton
- ProTools
- MaxMSP
- Audacity
- Logic
- Sibelius
- Microphone placements-patterns-recording
techniques - Mixing board construction and usage
Classroom:
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Collaborative teamwork
- Organizational skills
- Classroom management
- Multicultural awareness
- Student engagement
- Instructional support
- Individualized instruction
- Lesson planning
Accomplishments
2025 Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composer Award
Selected Recipient
2024 Seoul Korea’s Annual Toy Piano New Music Festival
Selected Composer
2023 ICIT INTACT New Music Festival
Selected Finalist
2023 Unsigned Only
Semi-Finalist in Jazz Category
2022 Unsigned Only
Semi-Finalist in Jazz and Instrumental Categories
2021 Department of Music Award
Awarded by Herb Alpert School of Music at University of California, Los Angeles
2021 Foundation Jazz Scholarship
Awarded by Herb Alpert School of Music at University of California, Los Angeles
2020 Herb Alpert Foundation Jazz Scholarship
Awarded at University of California, Los Angeles
2019 Herb Alpert Foundation Jazz Scholarship
Awarded at University of California, Los Angeles
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Korean
Limited Working
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University Of California, Santa Cruz
05.2025 - Current
Music Archivalist
Self
01.2025 - Current
Retail Keyholder
Casual Male DXL
11.2024 - 07.2025
K-5 Music Teacher
Marshall School
06.2024 - 06.2025
Graduate Student Teacher
California Institute of the Arts
12.2023 - 05.2024
Teaching Assistant
California Institute of the Arts
09.2022 - 05.2024
AV Technician
University of California, Los Angeles
09.2021 - 06.2022
Private Music Instructor
Self
01.2018 - Current
Doctoral of Musical Arts - Music Composition
University of California, Santa Cruz
Master of Fine Arts - Performer-Composer
California Institute of The Arts
Bachelor of Arts - Global Jazz Studies (Emphasis On Trombone)
University of California, Los Angeles
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