CHRISTOPHER GUINDON
Art Discipline(s)
- Music
Miramichi | (506) 624-4073
Preferred School District(s)
- ASD-North
Preferred Grade Level(s)
- 6-8
- 9-12
Can provide residency in
- English
Indigenous Artist
- No
Completed Policy 701
- Yes
Space/Material Requirements
- Music room/auditorium, musical (band) instruments, music stands, chairs, bell covers, band method books and conductor scores, band folders, pencils.
Bio
Christopher Guindon is a music educator and saxophonist based in Miramichi, New Brunswick area and has been involved in music since the age of 8 performing in music festivals and band festivals as a solo performer or ensemble member ever since. Chris holds a B. MUS and B. MUS ED (conjoint degree) from Memorial University and chose to build a career in the industry of music education and performance. Chris currently owns a private music lesson studio and performs live music with various ensembles including Phantom Jazz Band (Bathurst) and a jazz combo known as Millbank Trio (Miramichi).
Residency Project
I would like to reintroduce youth (and community members) in my area to the joy of ensemble and live performance with a focus on participation and visibility in the local community. I have been involved in ensemble performance since I can remember including Vocal Ensembles, Concert Choirs, Chamber Choirs, Saxophone Quartet, Jazz Combos, Jazz Band and Concert Band and I have attended several workshops since the beginning of my music journey. Upon moving to Miramichi, NB, I discovered that there is a continued need for renewed support and familiarity with youth ensemble performance. Since 2011, I have networked with several individuals and organizations in the region who could help to facilitate better opportunities for bands and ensembles. An example of a successful project would see members of a student ensemble sitting in with members of a community band, in a live performance setting, performing pieces they have worked on through the project. The immersion into the community ensemble would serve a modelling and mentorship function for students and essentially inspire a continued interest in performing music with others.
Teaching Experience
I currently have a permanent teaching certificate for New Brunswick and I have been active on the supply list for the Anglophone North School District since September 2020 providing supply coverage for teachers in (but not limited to) middle schools and high schools. I have 2 years’ experience teaching music K-12 in a full-time capacity at Jens Haven Memorial School in Nain, NL having obtained a B. MUS, B. MUS ED (conjoint degree) at Memorial University (2009). I currently have a private teaching studio where I provide music lessons to students across multiple age groups and instruments.