Lisa Roberts Bond
Director of Music Ministries at Kenilworth Union Church- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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General Music / Choral Music Teaching Certificate for Illinois, grades K-12
Illinois State Board of Education
Experience
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Kenilworth Union Church
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United States
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Religious Institutions
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Music Ministries
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Sep 1996 - Present
I am actively seeking opportunities in Music Ministry, Choral conducting, K-12 choral/general music education. Director of semi- professional Adult choir, youth choir, children's choir, junior bell choir, adult bell choir, expanded music ministry program to include a youth string chamber ensemble, alumni choir and an a cappella choir. I also serve God by offering the following gifts: pianist, playing and planning for weddings and memorials, mentoring youth, mentoring and managing professional music staff of 10, including two talented assistant directors, managing large music budget, providing congregational care to those in need, directing and planning repertoire and logistics for special music events such as Lessons and Carols, intergenerational choir experiences, 3 day choir retreat, and large masterworks with orchestra, providing stable leadership within the church during challenging transitional phases, all while putting "God first" and doing my best to embrace the fruits of the spirit, and help to grow faith within the congregation. The motto of KUC's Music Ministry program is, " We must work to bring God our best." Pandemic pivoting examples of video editing can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GujD35Hgvjg I am currently open to exploring Music Ministry and or choral music education opportunities. For full list of Masterworks directed by Lisa Bond since 2001, go to http://www.kuc.org/worship-and-music/kuc-repertoire/ Cd's of performances are available upon request. Currently member of ACDA, PAM, Chorister's Guild, attended 3 sacred music conferences at St. Olaf, and also at Montreat. Four years experience in middle school general and choral music, five years experience in elementary music education, over 30 years experience with children's and youth choirs. Also experienced in Adobe Premiere Pro video editing for virtual choirs. See link for virtual choir work: https://www.youtube.com/user/kuclisa/videos Show less
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North Shore School District 112
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HIghland Park, Illinois
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Music Teacher, Choral Director
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1996 - 2000
Teaching general music elements to grades K-6 though exploration of excellent children's vocal repertoire, joyful songs from around the world, Orff instruments , tone chimes, percussion instruments and movement, planning and delivering inspiring performances and programs for the entire school, mentoring youth, revitalizing the music curriculum, and assisting in the design of the new music room. Teaching general music elements to grades K-6 though exploration of excellent children's vocal repertoire, joyful songs from around the world, Orff instruments , tone chimes, percussion instruments and movement, planning and delivering inspiring performances and programs for the entire school, mentoring youth, revitalizing the music curriculum, and assisting in the design of the new music room.
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Wilmette District 39
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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200 - 300 Employee
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Music Teacher, Choral Director
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1996 - 1997
Teaching, leading and revitalizing a K-6 general music classes and choral program through the exploration of outstanding children's secular repertoire, implementing an extracurricular choir program, and introducing African singing, dancing and drumming to the elementary school, all while mentoring youth and also teaching classes at the middle school (within the same district) and introducing a bell ringing/tone chime curriculum to the middle school. Teaching, leading and revitalizing a K-6 general music classes and choral program through the exploration of outstanding children's secular repertoire, implementing an extracurricular choir program, and introducing African singing, dancing and drumming to the elementary school, all while mentoring youth and also teaching classes at the middle school (within the same district) and introducing a bell ringing/tone chime curriculum to the middle school.
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Glen Ellyn Children's Chorus
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Glen Ellyn, Illinois
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Music Teacher, Choral Director
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1993 - 1996
Director of the GECC Training Chorus for 3 years, then stepping up for 3 more years into the role as Music Director of the internationally renowned Touring Chorus (now known as Anima), supervising a music staff while leading and creating touring opportunities for travel to Norway and Denmark(Co- Directing) , Canada, New York and Florida (all as Music Director), assisting in preparation for GECC / Chicago Symphony Orchestra concert performance of "Tosca" at Ravinia, preparing the touring choir for a performance at Carnegie Hall, and conducting a combined concert at Chicago's Symphony Hall, all while mentoring youth, shaping future generations of music educators, and promoting a nurturing and positive music education environment. Show less
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Glen Ellyn School District 41
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Primary and Secondary Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Music Teacher, Choral Director
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1989 - 1993
Teaching and reviving a 7th and 8th grade general music curriculum, implementing a large successful extra curricular choral program , adding a tone chime/bell music literacy program, co-lead the implementation of musical theater program, co-directed all school talent shows and large rewarding productions of "Wizard of Oz" and "You're A Good Man Charlie Brown" all while nurturing youth, guiding talent students and supporting school's vision of excellence. Teaching and reviving a 7th and 8th grade general music curriculum, implementing a large successful extra curricular choral program , adding a tone chime/bell music literacy program, co-lead the implementation of musical theater program, co-directed all school talent shows and large rewarding productions of "Wizard of Oz" and "You're A Good Man Charlie Brown" all while nurturing youth, guiding talent students and supporting school's vision of excellence.
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Education
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1995 - 1996
DePaul University
Bachelor's degree, Choral Music / Conducting -
1993 - 1996
Northern Illinois University
Artist Teacher Diploma, Summer Choral Music Experience Certification Program, Choral Music, Music Education, Conducting, Score Study, Rehearsal Skills -
1984 - 1988
Florida State University
Bachelor's degree, Choral Music Education
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