String/Band Teacher

Philip Tempkins

Fort Lauderdale, FL ***** 954-***-**** ***********@*****.***

Overview

Philip Tempkins is a highly skilled Violinist and Musician equally respected as violinist, violist, conductor, pedagogue, and chamber musician. His background as a professional player includes touring with Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett, as well as several others. Phil was a key member of the opening team for the Broward Center for the Performing Arts performing in Phantom of the Opera. He also played on Gloria Estefan’s album, Mi Tiara that received a Grammy Award. Mr. Tempkins was Principal Second Violin for the Florida Grand Opera, Boca Raton Pops, and Philharmonic Orchestra of Florida. Willing/able to travel.

A former public school music teacher, Phil has successfully mentored multiple students that received top awards at performances, as well as those who received scholarships to college. The performances he led consistently received Superior ratings for middle school orchestras in Broward County. Today, Phil is a highly sought-after private instructor for students of all ages and skill levels. Ever-curious and engaged with new ideas, Phil is abreast of the latest trends in music and violin instruction available today.

Professional Experience

Private Violin Instructor 1973 - Present

Provide private instruction to students of all ages at all skills levels, as well as provide consulting services to schools and music programs.

Mentored multiple students that received top awards at performances, as well as those who received scholarships to college.

Encourage students to learn how to play musical instruments by exposing them to a number of musical genres, basic concepts of rhythm, melody, and musical theory.

Also taught private students at North Broward Prep School, as well as at a music store in Pembroke Pines.

Hired by schools to assist music teachers in evaluating their music programs and orchestras.

Professional Violinist 1969 - Present

Play as a professional violinist at concerts, performances, or other live events as a section member, concertmaster, soloist and guest performer. Perform at a wide range of venues and diverse musical genres across the country.

Background includes touring with Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett, as well as several others.

Part of the opening team for the Broward Center for the Performing Arts performing in Phantom of the Opera.

Former Principal Second Violin, Florida Grand Opera, Boca Raton Pops, and Philharmonic Orchestra of Florida.

Played on Gloria Estefan’s album, Mi Tiara that received a Grammy Award.

Personnel Manager of the Philharmonic Orchestra of Florida 1984 - 1986

Managed all aspects of orchestra personnel including national auditions, scheduling, payroll, and other staffing needs of the organization.

Broward County Schools, Band & Orchestra Teacher 1973 - 2015

Taught music education to middle school and high school students, and served as the band and orchestra director at those schools.

Facilitated learning of music appreciation, musical theory, music history, musical theater, and live shows/performances.

Adjudicator of Orchestras at the State and District Level.

Consistently received Superior ratings for middle school orchestras in Broward County.

Education and Certifications

Bachelor of Music Education Degree, Barry University

Graduate work completed at Florida Atlantic University

State of Florida Teaching Certificate

Professional Affiliations

American Federation of Musicians, Past President Local 655

Past Community Involvement and Volunteer Work

Community Theater Violinist; Conductor, Gold Coast Opera; Youth Coach, South Florida Youth Symphony;

String Coordinator, Pine Mountain Music Festival

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