Director of Orchestras

E. RONNIE CATO

Music Teacher, HUSD

Amador St., Hayward, CA (2008 - Present)

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Has taught General Classroom, Concert Band, String Orchestra and Chorus (K-6) at Lorin Eden Elementary and Strobridge Elementary. Wind Band, Full Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra and String Orchestra (7-12 grades at Mt Eden High School, Winton MS, Ochoa MS)

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Part-Time Assistant Manager / Server / Bus Person / Hospitality

Marie Callender’s Restaurant

Fairfield, Ca (1987 - 1994)

San Ramon, Ca (1994 - 1996)

Walnut Creek, CA (1996 – 2006)

Managed a team of up to 20-30 employees; prepared work schedules; ensured efficient restaurant operations; trained new employees; created standards and policies; maintained business rapport with extensive client base. I have worked most front of the house postions through my time with the company.

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Songwriter/ Performer

Living Space 1995 - 2008  - 

Songwriter/ Recording Artist

Played Guitar/ Piano / Vocals/ Arranged, Performed / Booking / Promotion 

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Bindery Tech. , Logistical Support, Inside Sale Representative

K.A.B. 1998-2006

Walnut Creek

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Music Showcase Promoter - http://theopenmic.net/redvictorian/

Red Victorian Hotel, San Francisco, CA (2006-2011)

Booked music venues for concerts; facilitated recording, production and release of artist recordings; created public relations programs; designed and created and maintained event website.

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Education

Master of Arts (American Band College), December 2017

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Bachelors in Music (Composition), California State University, East Bay Spring 2008

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Single Subject Teaching Credential, California State University, East Bay 2009

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