Stephen B. Young Email & Phone Number

San Antonio, Texas Area

Manage programs and offerings for San Antonio and surrounding areas.Plan student recitals, orchestra concerts, masterclasses, and faculty recitals.Conduct Extracurricular Orchestras of different levels, K-12.Coach chamber music ensembles.Conduct technique and artistry master classes.Provide private instruction for violin, viola, cello, and guitar.Prepare students for competition, talent showcases, and auditions.

Schertz, Texas, United States

Develop and implement TEKS aligned lessons to teach Intermediate Orchestra students music theory, ear training, tonal analysis, and string instrument playing.Teach Introductory, Beginner, Advanced, and Honors Orchestra using innovative rehearsal techniques and ensuring consistent progress.Conduct masterclasses and performances showcasing student growth.Cultivate an atmosphere of excellence while tempering emotional intelligence with discipline to ensure first that student’s needs are met, that lessons are internalized, and that students operate in a well managed classroom.

San Antonio, Texas, United States

Conduct orchestra of string, woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.Teach music theory and analysis.Develop and implement individual learning plans for private instruction.Develop technical ability of the Liturgical Choir performing at every Wednesday Mass

San Antonio, Texas Area

Fundraising. Participate in and support fundraising activities including:•Assist in the creation of fundraising appeal letters, campaign materials and quarterly mailings•Engage in and support grant writing and reporting•Donor recognition, print, email, and phone follow up •eTapestry database management; organize, enter, and report gifts, pledges, and contact infoSpecial Events. Facilitate and support the ongoing work of volunteer event chairs, volunteer hosts and ARTS SA staff to:•Coordinate special events including Galas, Receptions, Board Meetings and Meet-the-Artist events•Create and manage event budgets and checklists•Support event activities and be a creative problem solver when faced with multiple stakeholders •Maintain up-to-date and accurate reservation lists as requested•Manage invoices and track payments as requested•Participate in the negotiation of event venues and vendor agreements•Communicate with Board, vendors, collaborators, volunteers, staff and othersPublic Relations. Work with the Director of Development on media messaging related to fundraising including:•Prepare media materials for distribution•Compile media and donor kits for events and meetings•Collaborate with other departments to promote the company brand, products, and services •Other duties as assigned

San Antonio, Texas Area

Cultivate and strengthen relationships between Hillje Music and the San Antonio Metro Area, focusing on local school districts and community organizations.Negotiate joint ventures with businesses to expand Hillje sales, service, and market visibility.Manage projects to increase sales, improve merchandising, and engage orchestral community stakeholders.Create and implement annual and long-term plans for fufilling Hillje Music Center's education and community engagement goals.Increase the quality and quantity of applicants to Hillje's music education program with strategic recruitment.Create and implement Hillje Music Center's volunteer engagement plan. Manage orchestral sales staff, marketing, and customer experience while serving as string instrument product specialist for all Hillje locations.

Teach elementary music incorporating Orff and Kodaly methodologies.Lead Chorus and teach basic guitar skills. Foster positive learning environment.

Greater Memphis Area

Processed and approved CNIC grant requests for Non Appropriated Fund while ensuring accuracy of mandatory documentation and compliance with official Department of Defense directivesProcessed, approved, and reconciled purchase card transactions totaling in excess of $20 million monthly Analyzed grant contracts and purchase invoices for accuracy and policy adherence Recorded accounting entries into SAP for EFT processing, verifying proper codingProvided grant expenditure reports to Navy department heads

Greater Memphis Area

Generated and analyzed LIFO data reports detailing company inventory Updated and maintained accounting ledgers detailing business transactions Verified the accuracy of multi-million dollar inventory reports using Microsoft Excel and LIFO software Reconciled reports with company records and external customers

Greater Memphis Area

Coached and mentored student musiciansAssisted string instructor in implementing orchestra curriculum Assisted in the teaching of string instrument playing fundamentals Led cello sectionals for upcoming performances

Highwood, Il

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Business Administration And Management, General

Bachelor Of Liberal Studies, Performing Arts Administration And Business Operations

Activities and Societies: Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music-Cellist North Suburban Symphony-Cellist Lake Forest College Orchestra-Cellist.