Luis RODRIGUEZ

7370 SW 156th St, Palmetto Bay, FL 3315

Cell: 786-217-4918 - larl3c@my.fsu.edu
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY _______________________________________________________
High-energy pianist and teacher with in-depth knowledge of music theory and an
intuition for inspiring students. Thorough musical training has included instruction
in the Bastien Piano Method, as well as numerous master classes and workshops.
EDUCATION __________________________________________________________________
May 2018 Bachelor of Music: Performance - Jazz
Florida State University - 600 W College Ave, Tallahassee, FL 32306
 Certification in Music Entrepreneurship Studies
 Recipient of Freshman Academic Scholarship
 Recipient of FSU Music Scholarship
 Honor's student for four years
 Studied under Bill Peterson
WORK HISTORY _______________________________________________________________
11/2015 to Current Pianist
 Worked at various venues (restaurants, weddings, private events ect)
 Familiar in the styles of (classical, jazz, blues, rock, funk, salsa, and more
 Familiar putting together musical groups (jazz trios, rock bands ect.)
08/2011 to Current Piano Instructor
Self-Employed – Varies
 Specializing in both classical, jazz and contemporary music.
 Maintained a private studio for 6 years.
 Teach music theory, ear training, technique, sound production.
 Teach in English and Spanish.

09/2015 to Current Performing Arts Technician/Audio Engineer

Florida State University - 600 W College Ave, Tallahassee, FL 32306
 Set up and break down of recital halls.
 Operation of stage lighting equipment.
 Recordings performances of student, faculty, and guest recitals with the use of
microphones, interfaces, and pre-amps.
11/2015 to 04/2016 Edison - 470 Suwannee St, Tallahassee, FL 32301
 Interpret and modify music to personalize performances.
 Transpose music to alternate keys with speed and accuracy.
 Select music carefully in order to achieve a balance of musical styles on the
program.
 Organize thirty shows and recitals each year, including booking musicians.
 Arranged musical compositions to achieve a particular musical style.
 Sight-read lead sheets and musical scores at a high level.

03/2011 to 04/2015 Roxy Theater Company

 Pianist for 9 musical theater shows (Trazan, Thoroughly Modern Millie, West side
story ect)
 Accompanied solo repertoire as well

08/2015 to 10/2016 Church Musician

Gracepointe Church 1318 N Monroe St Tallahassee, Florida
 Attended church rehearsals, performed at weekly services and special events.
 Organized and arranged contemporary Christian pop for a seven member rock
band.