Christopher Guzman-Monroy
Chesterfield
Summary
Hardworking Musician with solid performance background. Delivers instrumental performances with skill and dedication. Successful learning new musical pieces quickly and accurately to maximize contribution to group success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Instructor
The Music Tree LLC
01.2024 - Current
- Provided instruction in one-on-one environment for students of varied age and ability.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss expectations for instruction, lesson scheduling and other practical matters.
- Taught students to master instrument of choice during weekly lessons.
Assistant Manager
Tacos Sabor Guerrerense
04.2023 - Current
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Private Lesson Teacher
Self Employed
06.2022 - Current
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into lessons.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Freelance Musician
Varied Employers
06.2021 - Current
- Built networks with local musicians to provide session support for gigs and events.
- Scheduled rehearsals with other musicians and choirs.
- Transposed music to alternate keys with speed and accuracy.
- Fulfilled roles in orchestras and chamber ensembles, collaborating well with fellow musicians.
- Applied knowledge of harmony, melody, rhythm and voice production to individualize presentations and maintain audience interest.
- Specialty in classical music.
Restaurant Server
Leonardo's Pizza And Pasta
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
- Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music BA
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05.2025
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Microsoft 365
- Google Workspace
Major Teachers
2022-Present Sheri Oyan
2021-2022 Mathew Evans
Accomplishments
2025 Soprano, Brevard Music Center Novus Quartet
2025 Soprano, Brevard Music Center New Music Ensemble
2024 Featured Soloist, Carrie Brockwell
2023 Featured Soloist, Rex Richardson
2022-2025 Soprano/Alto VCU Saxophone Quartet
2022-2024 Principle Saxophonist, VCU Wind Ensemble
Music Festivals
2025 Brevard Music Center
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Timeline
Music Instructor
The Music Tree LLC
01.2024 - Current
Assistant Manager
Tacos Sabor Guerrerense
04.2023 - Current
Private Lesson Teacher
Self Employed
06.2022 - Current
Restaurant Server
Leonardo's Pizza And Pasta
08.2021 - 05.2023
Freelance Musician
Varied Employers
06.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Music BA
Virginia Commonwealth University