Loretta Grace Morrison MM, MBA, MT-BC, CSM®

Experience

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  Clive Davis Department of Recorded Music

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2007

  Production Assistant

  -Organized equipment-Managed studio and equipment reservations-Trained new PA's-Assisted with studio setup and breakdown-Maintained accurate documentation of all studio activity

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  Matt's Music

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2010

  Director of Music and Teaching Artist

  -Developed performance curriculum-Directed music program in collaboration with dance department-Provided live music for dance performances-Managed billing and parent communication-Managed music staff-Provided support for owner

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  Festive Events

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2010

  DJ

  Provided music and entertainment for:-weddings-private parties-corporate events-school eventsMixed music for special eventsProvided administrative support in main office

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  Bosse School of Music

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2009

  Audio Engineer and Music Teacher

  Music Teacher & Producer​-Taught flute, piano, and voice lessons-Recorded and produced Song-a-Like Albums for advancedstudents

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  Weymouth Public Schools

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2009

  General Music Teacher

  -Designed lesson plans based on state standards-Produced 9 concerts-Managed music curriculum for two schools and 400 K-4th gradestudents each week-Engaged in music technology to enhance student learning

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  TakeLessons

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2023

  Music Teacher

  Voice, Flute, Piano, Audio Production​-Teach private and group lessons-Facilitate workshops-Teach choirs-Lead live international group lessons online

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  Loretta-Grace Music and Healing

  May 2008 - now

  Independent Teaching Artist

  Takes a student-driven approach to teaching lessons, workshops, and group classes both in person and online. Project-based experiences are designed for multi-level learning in an inclusive environment for all abilities.Provides therapeutic and inclusive music lessons as a Board-Certified Music Therapist. Facilitates clinical care as a Creative & Expressive Arts Therapist.

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  University of Phoenix

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2012

  Enrollment Advisor
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  The Art Institutes

  Jun 2012 - Dec 2018

  Adjunct Faculty

  Classes Taught:-Music Theory-Listening and Analysis-Business and Culture of Audio-Sound Design-Live Sound Reinforcement-Audio Recording-Media Business Practices-Foundations of Audio-Internship-Production Sound-Intermediate Audio-Audio Technology

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  Greenfields Academy

  Jan 2015 - Nov 2017

  Classroom Guide

  Project-Based Learning Coordinator & Music Speacialist​-Completed the Buck Institute for Education Project Deign,Assessment, and Management Course-Taught mixed-age group music lessons-Facilitated student-led music performances-Designed and facilitated over fifteen 6-week multi-level projects-Produced student-led exhibitions for public display-Collaborted with a team of educators to facilitate interactivegeneral academic elementary lessons-Led socratic discussions-Completed Rush University Executive Function Training-Completed training on socioemotional learning Show less

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  Lawrence Hall

  Jun 2017 - Jul 2017

  Music Therapy Student

  Observation and Facilitation of Group and Individual Music Therapy Sessions under MT-BC

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  Sistema Ravinia

  Aug 2017 - Dec 2017

  Teaching Artist

  -Led group rehearsals-Supported conductor during orchestra rehearsals-Planned music theory lessons-Facilitated socratic discussions around social issues and ledmusical exploration to process social topics-Assisted during performances

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  Wendy Proulx-Bruce, MT-BC (Loving Hands Hospice)

  Sept 2017 - Dec 2017

  Music Therapy Student

  Observation and Facilitation of Individual Music Therapy Sessions under MT-BC

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  Foundations of Music

  Sept 2017 - Jun 2019

  Teaching Artist

  Songwriting & Production, General Music, Arts Administration​Emmet Till Elementary School - Chicago, IL-Teach 8th Grade Songwriting-Teach 8th Grade Audio Production-Teach PreK - 3rd Grade General Music-Produce and faciliate final performances-Manage communication between classroom teachers andAssistant Principal to organize schedules and special events​The Chicago Academy - Chicago, ILDirect 8th Grade Choir​Administrative Duties:-Complete flexible lesson plans-Provide special event support Show less

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  Super 7 Girls

  Oct 2017 - Jun 2019

  Choir Director

  -Facilitate Student Choice in program design-Accompany on piano during rehearsals and performances-Teach Music Theory Concepts for Singers-Direct rehearsals and teach performance techniques for finalshowcase

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  Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

  Jun 2018 - Apr 2020

  Music Therapy Intern

  Individual and group music therapy for inpatient infants and children.

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  Changing Worlds

  Aug 2019 - Oct 2020

  Program Manager of School Partnerships

  Management and development of arts and music programs in CPS schools.

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  Fuller Hospital

  Oct 2020 - May 2021

  Music Therapist
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  Cortica

  Jun 2021 - Dec 2023

  • Board Certified Music Therapist

    Jun 2021 - Dec 2023

  • Developmental Therapies Site Supervisor

    Jun 2021 - Dec 2023
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  Art of Problem Solving

  Dec 2023 - now

  Campus Director