Michelle

Bailey
Objective

Experience

Denver, CO, 80221

M 719.237.3050
mbailey001@regis.edu
www.michellebalieymusic.weebly.com
Performance, composition,
and writing samples

To earn an internship position in a music related field and gain skills and knowledge
applicable to building a career within the music industry.
Marketing and Outreach, KRCX Regis University Radio; Denver, CO 2013-2014
Focused on Social Media, responsible for updating Facebook, Twitter, Instagram with relevant
and creative content; Brainstorm ideas for events, advertising campaigns, on-air promos, etc.;
Write music review blog posts; Identified need for market research in order to regain audience
interest, detailed a step-by-step plan of action to increase exposure and listenership.
Social Media Manager, Regis Ranger Tech Services; Denver, CO 2011-2013
Manage Facebook posts and content; Assist customers with IT problems via Facebook and
in the oce; Check computer labs for issues and keeping a record of lab check results;
Boosted moral significantly among coworkers.
Sales, Graner Music; Colorado Springs, CO Summer 2012
Assist parents with paperwork for school band/orchestra instrument rental; Pitching rental
contract options, persuading parents to rent; Exposure to music store business and became
familiar with instruments.

Education

Regis University; Denver, CO B.A. in Music, Spanish Minor, 2015; GPA 3.42
St Marys High School; Colorado Springs, CO High School Diploma, 2011; GPA 3.3

Significant
Coursework
Writing Analytically:
Punk as a Social Mvmt.

2011

Dr. R. Margesson

Basic Musicianship

2011

Dr. L. Notareschi

Foundations of Music
Opera and Musical Scenes
Music Theory I
Orchestration,
Arranging and Conducting

2011
2011
2012

Dr. L. Notareschi
Dr. R. Koenigberg
Dr. L. Notareschi

2012

European Music Literature

Topics in Music History

2014
2013

Dr. C. Lee
Dr. M. Davenport
Dr. M. Davenport

Volunteer Service

Twentieth Century Music

2013

Dr. L. Notareschi

U.S. Folk Pop and Jazz

World Music
Music Theory II
Aural Skills I
Music Theory III
Aural Skills II
Applied Jazz Piano
Applied Piano
Applied Voice

2014
2015
2015
2015
2015
2015
2011-2014
2014, 2015
2012

Dr. M. Davenport
Dr. T. Wright
Dr. A. Bagby
Dr. A. Bagby
Dr. A. Bagby
Dr. A. Bagby
M. Sabatella
Dr. N. Shannon
Dr. R. Koenigberg

Jazz Ensemble

2015
2012-2014

J. Hubert
M. Sabatella,
Dr. E. Cannava

Concert Choir

2012-2014

J. Hubert

Collegium Musicum

2015

Dr. M. Davenport.

Band Coach/Piano Instructor, Girls Rock Denver; Denver, CO Summer 2013, 2014
Rock band camp for girls aged 8-18; Teach new and experienced musicians to play; Facilitate
band practices and song writing, encourage cooperation; Act as a fun, positive role model;
Promote confidence and community, teach the truth that girls can do anything.
Mentor, El Sistema; Denver, CO Spring 2015-Present
After school music education program for underprivileged elementary school students; assist
directors during orchestra, choir, and group music lessons; help students with schoolwork
during study hall; serve snacks and chaperone students; encourage teamwork, persistence and
appreciation for music of all kinds.

Research Interests

Aural Training and Jazz Pedagogy

Inspired by her work on her senior thesis, Michelle turned an eye to the way jazz is taught.
Her long-term goal is to design a teaching method focused on aural training, which she
believes is the key to true expression through improvisation.

Skills

Fluent in Spanish, Intermediate French; Eloquent writer, poet; Jazz pianist, mezzo-soprano,
songwriter; Good with kids and teens; Outdoorsman; Friendly, works well with a group;
Growing leader.

References
Dr. Mark Davenport

Student Advisor/Professor

mdavenpo@regis.edu

John Hubert

Director, Concert Choir

jhubert@regis.edu

Elizabeth Bittel

Director, Girls Rock Denver elizabethbittel@gmail.com

Kyle Etges

Volunteer Coordinator,
El Sistema

kyle.etges@gmail.com