Provide instruction for individuals and small groups of trumpet students of all ages. Provide jazz trumpet lessons and jazz masterclasses for the students enrolled in the Jazz Institute's Jazz Preparatory program. Work in public and private schools in the Milwaukee area to teach one-on-one lessons, lead brass sectionals, and assist music directors in the classroom.

Trumpet Substitute• May 11, 2023 – Offstage Trumpet 1; Directed by Alexander Platto Ottorino Respighi Pines of Rome• December 1, 2022 – 3rd Trumpet; Directed by Alexander Platto Tiomkin, arr. Russ/Henning Suite from “It’s a Wonderful Life”; Hershy Kay Deck the Halls; Lucas Richman Hanukkah Festival Overture; Leroy Anderson Sleigh Ride; Tchaikovsky, arr. Ellington / Strayhorn / Tyzik Nutcracker Suite; arr. John Finnegan Christmas Singalong• October 16, 2022 – 3rd Trumpet; Directed by Alexander Platto Rachmaninov Die Toteninsel; John Williams Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone: Orchestral Suite; Rachmaninov-Stokowski Prelude in C-sharp Minor; Rachmaninov Symphony No. 1 in D minor, op. 13, Mvt. IV• September 26, 2021 – Sibelius Symphony No. 3, 3rd trumpet; Directed by Alexander Platt• October 28, 2021 – Pops Concert, 3rd trumpet; Directed by Alexander Platt

Frequent collaborator with the woodwind quintet, Black Cat Ensemble. Black Cat Ensemble plays a diverse selection of traditional woodwind quintet repertoire, as well as arrangements, transcriptions, and original works for mixed winds chamber ensembles. Black Cat Ensemble also provides schools and communities with educational and interactive performance presentations.

Co-founder. Microcosm Ensemble is a modular chamber ensemble working beyond the confines of standard instrumentation. Core members include Jennifer Rodriguez (flute) and Alec Burke (trumpet). Our mission consists of commissioning works for flute and trumpet and providing outreach opportunities for communities to experience chamber music performance in a variety of settings. By providing intimate music experiences, Microcosm creates a bridge between our community and the larger Classical Music world.

Provide individual and group instruction to trumpet students of all ages and levels as well as beginning brass students. Assist with programming and coordinating student recitals.

Compositions:"Times of Day" for flute, trumpet, and piano, 2023; "The Hero's Journey" for flute, oboe, clarinet, trumpet, and bassoon, 2023Arrangements:“Sonata in C for Two Piccolo Trumpets and Continuo, WP 4.69” by Pezel, arr. for flute, trumpet, and piano/organ or continuo; “Capriccio a 2 Cornetti Soli No. 1 and No. 2 in D minor” by Vierdanck, arr. for flute and trumpet; “Praludium Op. 28, No. 2” by Bohme, arr. for flute, bass clarinet, and trumpet/flugelhorn; “Divertimento No. 5” by Mozart, arr. for flute, clarinet, trumpet/flugelhorn; “Trio Sonata No. 1, op. 5” by Aldrovandini, arr. for flute, clarinet, and trumpet/fluglehorn; “Sonata for Flute, Viola and Harp” by Debussy, arr. for flute, flugelhorn, piano; “In the Hall of the Mountain King” by Edvard Grieg, arr. for flute, oboe, clarinet, alto trumpet, and bassoon; “Accumula Town Theme” From Pokémon Black and White, arr. for piccolo, 3 flutes, 3 clarinets, 3 trumpets, alto trumpet, trombone, guitar, bass, percussion, and drumset; "I Saw Three Ships" arr. for flute, clarinet, trumpet, and piano

I have served as a private instructor, sectional coach, guest clinician, and adjudicator for many schools across Indiana. I now live and work in Milwaukee. I continue to provide private lessons both in person and online.My responsibilities include personal marketing strategies, maintaining a website, and practicing and performing my craft on a regular basis. I perform for a large variety of events, including but not limited to weddings, ceremonies, solo performances, ensemble performances, receptions, corporate events, music festivals, school convocations, clinics, etc. I also work one-on-one and in small group settings with musicians to help them further develop and refine their skills. I manage my own bookkeeping and invoicing.

Provided individual and group instruction to trumpet students of all levels as well as beginning brass students.

As the Graduate Teaching Assistant in Trumpet, my duties include:- Teaching Brass Fundamentals- Coordinating the Graduate Brass Quintet- Managing the band area's e-mail databases for recruitment and outreach- Leading and participating in recruitment and outreach performances in the community- Coordinating social media efforts for the Brass Chamber Music and Undergraduate Chamber Music areas- Performing for University ceremonies and important events- Teaching trumpet lessons to undergraduate trumpet students including music majors and minors- Leading sectionals for the UWM youth and honor ensembles- Coordinating the trumpet studio each week including announcements, additional performances, and the studio lesson schedule- Directing the UWM Trumpet Ensemble- Assisting the UWM brass and band areas as needed

Each summer, I provide individual and group instruction for trumpet students and mixed chamber groups. MFSOM's goal is to provide NE Wisconsin with diverse opportunities for the creation and enjoyment of music at a high level. I teach a studio of beginning through advanced musicians how to further develop their craft, interests, and endeavors through music. I work with the staff, students, and volunteers not only to enrich the musical experiences of the applicants, but to give back to the community through music and music performances.

I was a soloist and chamber musician for Classical Music Indy's outreach programs. This included teaching with After School Indy as well as performing for Random Acts of Music.

As the High Brass Specialist, my role was to coach the trumpet and horn students at Lapel Middle School. I led sectionals, helped monitor rehearsals, and provided private lessons to both middle school and high school students.

Performing as the lead trumpet player for the award-winning Norwell HS Show Choirs. I work with their professional band members, instructors, and the students to create high-caliber shows for entertainment, education, and local and national competitions. I also arrange music for the professional back up band to use as band features at performances.

I work with the Muncie Symphony Orchestra to help facilitate the Together in Music project. My duties include coordinating events, recruiting staff for outreach events, managing payroll for TiM employees, data collection for TiM, and supervising TiM events. More specifically, my duties include:-Coordinate project planning and implementation, including assessing needs, setting goals and objectives-Actively promote the Muncie Symphony Orchestra and it’s programs to area organizations, constituents and audiences-Identify key project components and develop the educational program, including content for musical workshops, clinics and marketing materials.-Participate in project budget planning and monitoring-Establish project work plan and calendar of schedules for outreach visits-Monitor, review and evaluate project progress-Serve as a liaison between MSO’s Executive Director and partner organizations.-Perform research, analyze information, provide documentation and prepare weekly reports related to the project.-Prepare records of project activities, monitor record keeping and file maintenance for the project-Oversee and ensure the timely processing and delivery of the required materials.-Verify and analyze the accuracy of all data and information used and resolve any discrepancies or problems-Serve as liaison for the MSO, coordinate project activities and exchange information-Other duties as assigned

I assisted the Muncie Symphony Orchestra in executing their Together in Music project. I assisted with various educational activities serving children as young as 1 through adults. I assisted with setup at events, collecting and reporting data, and project planning. I created and executed educational presentations in schools for Elementary-aged students from underserved communities across Delaware County. I also performed in solo and small chamber ensembles for the community. After serving as a TiM Staff Member for several years, I accepted the position of TiM Project Manager / MSO Education Coordinator.

My responsibilities include assisting the band director with the beginning band, running beginning brass sectionals, leading trumpet sectionals for the advanced bands at the High School, and teaching beginning horn and low brass lessons.

As a substitute teacher, my duties include classroom management, taking notes about student activities and behaviors for the teacher, teaching various subject areas (typically music and art, but sometimes other subject areas as well), and assisting students and staff with various subject areas and responsibilities.

I provide high-level music and visual instruction for the trumpet section at New Castle High School. I have over 10 years of experience participating in and working with marching band programs.

Teaching classical and jazz repertoire and improvisation techniques to students and mentoring them on how to become better musicians and better people. We teach students how to work with others, manage and develop life skills, and develop personal responsibility.

I served as the low brass music instructor, and assisted with large ensemble music, visual, and marching instruction.

My responsibilities included but weren't limited to mowing, trimming, landscaping, lawn maintenance, and supervising and training new employees.

Food preparation, stocking shelves, food inspection, serving, etc.

Working with team members, sorting paperwork and mail, logging data, counting currency, sending newsletters and reminders, problem solving, troubleshooting, interpersonal communication

Pulled audio equipment off shelves, packed the equipment, and sent the equipment to clients.