Richard Patenaude

Richard patenaude

bookmark on deepenrich
location of Richard PatenaudeAustin, Texas, United States
Followers of Richard Patenaude218 followers
  • Timeline

  • About me

    Head Band Director at Austin High School

  • Education

    • The university of texas at austin

      2012 - 2014
      Master's degree music and human learning

      Activities and Societies: Master's Student and Graduate Teaching Assistant for University Bands

    • Illinois wesleyan university

      2004 - 2008
      Bachelor's degree music teacher education

      Activities and Societies: Wind Ensemble, Pep Band Director, University Choir, Brass Quintet, Jazz Ensemble

  • Experience

    • W.r. grace

      Jun 2006 - Aug 2007
      Product specialist

      Summer intern that worked as a packager and product specialist. Worked across multiple assembly lines producing and overseeing the quality production of asphalt-based waterproof roofing membrane, as well as additional materials for flood-proofing large commercial buildings.

    • Abell jr. high school

      Jun 2008 - Jun 2012
      Associate director of bands

      • Conducted, rehearsed and selected repertoire for the advanced concert band• Taught beginning instrument classes (Experience on all instruments)• Directed all marching and indoor percussion ensembles• Coached students preparing for all-city auditions

    • Robert e. lee high school

      Jun 2008 - Jun 2012
      Associate director of bands

      • Worked under the mentorship of Randy Storie (40+ years teaching experience)• Conducted, rehearsed, and selected repertoire for all three HS ensembles and marching band• Taught beginner instrument classes at feeder junior high schools• Conducted the HS concert bands at UIL contest/additional festivals and achieved Superior ratings• Directed all marching and indoor percussion ensembles (6 UIL Texas State Certifications)• Coached students preparing for all-region/area/state auditions Show less

    • The university of texas at austin

      Jun 2012 - Jun 2014
      Graduate teaching assistant

      • Worked as a Graduate Teaching Assistant for all University Bands• Assisted the Longhorn Marching Band and teaching all trumpet section music rehearsals• Served as an assistant conductor for the Longhorn Marching Band (Football games/other events)• Conducted, rehearsed, and arranged music for the Longhorn Pep Band (B-ball/V-ball Games)• Director of the Longhorn Band Jazz Ensemble (3 Concerts in the Spring of 2013)• Served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant for undergraduate conducting courses• Taught sectionals for the Symphony Band Show less

    • Austin high school

      Jul 2014 - now

      • Leader of 200+ Student Musicians/Leadership Team/Private Lesson Staff/Clinicians• Campus Architectural Team contributor, overseeing $20 million in bond package building additions• Chief Program Designer/Coordinator for all choreographers, music arrangers and instructional staff• Trains and manages a student leadership team that coaches their peers on citizenship through music• Jazz Ensemble is a regular featured performer at the SWSX Expo in Austin, TX• Collaborated on the design and purchase of $150k worth of new band uniforms & 53’ Semi Trailer• Marching Band performed in the BBC world-televised 2018 London New Year’s Day Parade• Marching Band performed at ACL Live 2019 with Mumford & Sons• Marching Band performed on a 2022 episode of "American Idol"• Advanced to the Texas UIL State Marching Band Championships (First time in 38-year history) Show less

      • Head Band Director

        Jun 2022 - now
      • Associate Band Director

        Jul 2014 - Jun 2022
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Ec-12 teaching certification

      The state of texas
      Jun 2009
    • Ec-12 teaching certification

      The state of illinois
      Jun 2008
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Richard Patenaude
      Research Poster Presentation Texas Music Educators Association Feb 2013
    • Awarded to Richard Patenaude
      Music Student Teacher of the Year Music Teachers National Association Apr 2008