Graham "Scott" Barton is a Director of Vocal Music at The McDonogh School in Baltimore, MD. He has 20 years of experience in choral direction and music education. He holds a Master of Music in Conducting and Bachelor of Science in Music Education. He has received several honors for his work, including being named a Grammy Award Semi-Finalist for Music Teacher of the Year.
Graham "Scott" Barton is a Director of Vocal Music at The McDonogh School in Baltimore, MD. He has 20 years of experience in choral direction and music education. He holds a Master of Music in Conducting and Bachelor of Science in Music Education. He has received several honors for his work, including being named a Grammy Award Semi-Finalist for Music Teacher of the Year.
Graham "Scott" Barton is a Director of Vocal Music at The McDonogh School in Baltimore, MD. He has 20 years of experience in choral direction and music education. He holds a Master of Music in Conducting and Bachelor of Science in Music Education. He has received several honors for his work, including being named a Grammy Award Semi-Finalist for Music Teacher of the Year.
Graham "Scott" Barton is a Director of Vocal Music at The McDonogh School in Baltimore, MD. He has 20 years of experience in choral direction and music education. He holds a Master of Music in Conducting and Bachelor of Science in Music Education. He has received several honors for his work, including being named a Grammy Award Semi-Finalist for Music Teacher of the Year.
The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
Master of Music-Conducting* December 2008 Graduate Assistantship In Choral Conducting Bachelor of Science- Music Education-Choral/General* May 2003 State Licensure* Virginia Collegiate License- Vocal/Choral K-12 July 2003 Pennsylvania Instructional Level 2- Music K-12 August 2003 California Single Subject Credential- Music K-Adult August 2010
*transcripts/credentials available on request
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION WORK EXPERIENCE
The McDonogh School, Owings Mills, MD July 2022-Current
Director of Vocal Music Music Director and Conductor of Theater productions Theater Arts Instructor -Instruct and develop the choral curricula for 4 vocal music ensembles -Advisory for student run a cappella activities -Music director, vocal coach, and conductor of the spring musical production -instruct and direct Theater 1 in class and co-curricular staged performances -active in ACDA, MMEA, and MCEA professional development opportunities -sponsor of All-State music students attending MMEA All-State Choir -collaborate with current performing arts faculty and staff to develop and build the student population in arts programs
Moreau Catholic High School, Hayward, CA August 2010-September 2018
Director of Choral/Vocal Activities Director of Liturgical Music Music Theater Director -Instructed, assessed, managed, and responsible for the choral/vocal music education of nearly 175 high school students -Development of cross curriculum lessons, projects, field trips, and special events -Responsible for all choral activities at the High School level including choral concerts, adjudicated festivals, spring trip/tour planning, fundraising efforts, and an active parent boosters program -Rehearsed and conducted four curricular and two extracurricular choral groups -Music director, vocal coach and pit orchestra conductor - Participated with yearly choral festivals and conferences(ACDA) with auditioned students -Coordinated with the local press and public media to promote the choral department and theater department events Barton 3
The Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School, Harrisburg, PA August 2008-July 2010
Instructional Supervisor -Responsible for advising and monitoring the curriculum for over 100 K-12th grade students -Management through the use of educational databases and learning management systems -Development of increased brick and mortar fine arts curricula for K-12 student population -Interpretation of multiple standardized testing methods including synchronous and asynchronous learning environments -Primary contact between PA Cyber students and families and school administration -Career advising The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA August 2006-August 2008 Graduate Teaching Assistant in Choral Conducting -Assistant conductor of the Concert Choir, University Choir, Women’s Chorale, and Glee Club -Selected repertoire, rehearsed and conducted, and responsible for managerial duties for relevant ensembles -Choral music librarian responsible for the organization, cataloging, and tracking use of the choral music holdings between large educational and performance based institutions -Developed the first Penn State choral department alumni donor fundraiser outreach mailing -International performance tour organization -Assistant to the Director of Choral Studies -Responsible for the creation of press releases, press interviews, and local arts organization collaborations Instructor of Undergraduate Conducting -Responsible for the instructional planning, teaching, and assessment, of basic conducting at the collegiate 200 level Undergraduate Students Advisor-American Choral Directors Association Student Chapter -Overseer of all chapter events, finances, and service projects -Travel coordinator for the chapters attendance at National and Division conventions -Special interest session organization for chapter and member development -Coordinator for the annual Celebration of African American Spirituals
Massaponax Senior High School August 2003-July 2006
Director of Choral and Vocal Activities Musical Theater production Vocal Instructor & Pit Orchestra Conductor Barton 3 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT & VOLUNTEER POSITIONS The San Francisco Choral Artists Baritone Vocalist and Ensemble Librarian The Susquehanna Chorale Baritone Vocalist and V.P. of Marketing and Fundraising The Fredericksburg Chamber Chorale Baritone Vocalist and Organization Treasurer The Virginia Music Educators Association District 15 Festival Chair and Host Fredericksburg Academy Music Camp Instructor Pennsylvania State University Summer Music Camp Instructor RELEVANT SKILLS -Mastery of choral/vocal rehearsal techniques and methods -Extensive background in music research methods and material -Advanced Intermediate skills at the piano for rehearsal/performance/solo performance -Comprehensive knowledge of music history, performance practice, resources, and current performance trends -Scholastic and professional writing technique -Excellent management capabilities in large group settings -Superb public speaking and outreach abilities -Proficient in Microsoft Office, Blackboard Academic Suite, Provost Education management system, Backpack, Grade XL, Integrade Pro, Canvas -Experience working with music composition, notation, and recording programs. -Able to create a positive atmosphere to enhance learner motivation and achievement
HONORS AND RECOGNITIONS
Holy Cross Male Educator of The Year Moreau Catholic High School 2015-2016 Grammy Award Semi-Finalist, Music Teacher of the Year The Grammy Foundation 2013 Presidential Citation, The Governor's School for Visual & Performing Arts The University of Richmond, Virginia Summer 2006 Spotsylvania County Schools Educational Specifications Committee High School Choral representative January 2006 Teacher of the Month Massaponax High School March 2006 Willa Taylor Scholarship and Collegiate teaching internship The Pennsylvania State University 2001-2003 Bruce Mainwaring Scholarship for male vocalists The Pennsylvania State University 1998-2003