约瑟夫·杰斐逊10年 decided to attend 澳门线上赌博平台大学 because of its reputation. “The conservatory has a fantastic reputation of producing well-rounded music students and performers,杰斐逊解释道。. “另外, the music faculty are excellent teachers and performers providing an excellent model for those looking to pursue a career in music.”
The conservatory was a crucial part in Jefferson’s development as a performer and musician, helping prepare him for life in the music industry. He says the faculty were very supportive, providing him with guidance, sound advice and direction so he could achieve his goals.
“I am extremely thankful for the faculty who played an integral part in my development as a master’s student,杰斐逊说。. Those faculty members were former Associate Professor of Piano 凯伦•沃克, D.M.A. (who served as associate dean for conservatory graduate studies during Jefferson’s time at Shenandoah); former Harrison Endowed Chair in Piano, Chair of Jazz Studies and Associate Professor of Jazz Piano 罗伯特·Larson, 08年, D.M.A.; former Associate Dean for Conservatory Undergraduate Studies Aime Sposato; former Associate Professor of 音乐al 学者 Wayne Wells; former Professor of Voice Janette Ogg; Auxiliary Adjunct Assistant Instrumental Professor of Jazz and Jazz Trumpet 克雷格Fraedrich, M.M.; former Conservatory Special Events Coordinator and Professor of Trumpet and Conducting 斯科特·纳尔逊, D.M.A.; former Director of Orchestral Studies, Conductor, and Professor of Conducting 简•瓦格纳; and 布莱恩·基德,71年,10年.
After graduating from 谢南多厄音乐学院 with a Master of 音乐 in pedagogy, Jefferson continued his education at 西维吉尼亚州 University in Morgantown, 西维吉尼亚州, where he earned a Doctor of 音乐al Arts in trombone performance.
Jefferson recently accepted positions at St. 奥拉夫学院 随着 爵士乐团总监 和一个 associate professor of music in Northfield, Minnesota.
Prior to accepting the positions at St. 奥拉夫学院, Jefferson was an assistant professor of trombone/euphonium and director of jazz studies at Southeast Missouri State University in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Jefferson has also held faculty positions at University of Portland, Treasure Valley Community College, Boise State University and Tidewater Community College.
最近, Jefferson was also selected as one of 40 music educators throughout the country to be featured in the Yamaha 40 Under 40 Class of 2023. In 2022, he was named Ellis Marsalis Jr. Jazz Educator of the Year by the 爵士教育网 and received the 澳门线上赌博平台大学 Black 校友 Network’s Impact Award.
作为一名教育工作者, I have taught some amazing students throughout the Pacific Northwest and the Midwest,杰斐逊说. “Being able to live and teach across the county has been an incredible experience, as I have met so many students and colleagues from different backgrounds.”
While Jefferson loves to teach, he has also been afforded the opportunity to travel and perform, both nationally and internationally as a trombonist. He has performed with world-renowned artists and groups such as The Irish Tenors, 斯图尔特法官, Dwele, Raheem Devaughn and many more.
The advice that Jefferson has for students is: “As a performer, you must always stay ‘performance ready.’ Opportunities can or may come up at any time, so being prepared is key for our field. 永远不要停止学习! 在音乐领域, new topics in music education and performance are always being developed and evolved. You have to stay flexible and be willing to adjust. Lastly, you have to hustle! This is a field of ‘doing,’ so you must be willing to explore new opportunities. If there are opportunities in your area, get involved. If there aren’t any opportunities, create.”