David Duarte
Music Educator - Adjudicator - Clinician - Podcast Host
As a seasoned music educator with over three decades of experience, instruction focuses on continuous improvement strategies aimed at student voice and achievement. The goal of all students is to create an environment that promotes active participation, collaboration, and leadership development. Upholding high standards and nurturing a sense of community in classroom and ensemble settings, the aim is to inspire students to excel in their musical abilities and deepen their understanding of music.
EXPERIENCE
Nashville School of the Arts
(2019-2021)
Nashville, TN
Director of Instrumental Ensembles
Deer Valley Unified School District
(2000-2020, 2022-Present)
Phoenix, AZ
Fine Arts/PE-Health Curriculum Specialist. (2008-2019)
Deer Valley Online Music Teacher. (2009-2020, 2022-present)
Emergency Director of Bands. Sandra Day O'Connor High School. (2018-2019)
Director of Bands. Deer Valley High School. (2000-2008)
Director of Choirs. Deer Valley High School. (2001-2002)
Marcos de Niza High School
(1999-2000)
Tempe, AZ
Auditorium Manager
Arcadia High School
(1995-1999)
Phoenix, AZ
Thunderbird High School
(1993-1995)
Phoenix, AZ
EDUCATION
University of New Mexico
(2020-2021)
Albuquerque, NM
Master of Music. Music Education
Phi Kappa Phi
4.26 GPA
Master Project: Finding Structure for Growth: A Reflective Framework for the Student Teaching Experience
Arizona State University
(1997-1999)
Tempe, AZ
Master of Music. Saxophone Performance
3.9 GPA
Completed 21 credits
University of Arizona
(1985-1992)
Tucson, AZ
Bachelor of Music. Music Education
3.2 GPA
AWARDS
2020 Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic (IL) Performing Organization. Saxophone Quartet
2010 Outstanding Administrator Award. Arizona Music Educators Association
2007 Western International Band Clinic (WA) Performing Organization - DVHS Performance Jazz
2007 Deer Valley Unified School District, Teacher of the Year
2006 Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic (IL) Performing Organization. DVHS Performance Jazz
2005 O.M. Hartsell Excellence in Teaching Music Award, Arizona Music Educators Association
1995 International Association of Jazz Educators (CA) Performing Organization. Thunderbird Jazz Ensemble
ORGANIZATIONS