Christopher P.

Master of Music – Cleveland State University Jazz Studies – Performance, Double & Electric Bass May 2019 Bachelor of Music – Cleveland State University Jazz Studies – Performance, Electric Bass May 2017 Highschool Diploma – James Ford Rhodes June 2009

Christopher E. Vance – Electric and Double Bass 2010 – 2019 Ernie Krivda – Jazz Improvisation 2016 – 2018 Joseph Bonsignore – Electric Guitar 2011 – 2015 Robert Fraser – Electric Bass 2013 – 2015 Glenn Holmes – Electric Bass 2011 – 2012 Brian Bailey – Voice 2011 – 2012 Lee Bush – Electric Bass 2009 – 2012 Joseph Bonsignore-Electric Bass 2

Freelance Musician All mainstream and Commercial styles Hip To That All Purpose Band, Bassist The Corner Store Band All Purpose Band, Founder, Bassist Brecksville Community Theater Musical, Commercial Music, Bassist The Solon City Show Choir Commercial Music, Bassist The Jazz Monads Jazz quintet, Bassist Cuyahoga Community College Orchestra, Jazz Band, Bassist Trio, Founder, Bassist Simple Routes Original Music, founder, Bassist Kyle D’Forrest Original Music, Bassist Cleveland State University Music Ensembles Jazz Ensembles, Big Band, Bass Ensemble and Popular Music Ensemble Tonal Recall All-purpose band, Co-founder, Audio Engineer, Bassist The Gatsby Band Jazz quartet, Bassist Leeway Studio Album Simple Routes 2023 Avenue Q pit orchestra Cleveland State University 2023 Parent Magazine Kids Summer Concerts The Lakewood Music Collective, LLC 2 The LMC Summer Concerts The Lakewood Music Collective, LLC. 2018 – 2022 The LMC Winter-palooza – Recitals and Concerts The Lakewood Music Collective, LLC. 2018 – 2022 Body & Soul: An American Bridge Presentation Lakewood Library February 2020 The LMC Master Class Series: Groove, Pocket, and Feel The Lakewood Music Collective, LLC. February 2020 The LMC Master Class Series: Improvising The Lakewood Music Collective, LLC. December 2019 The LMC Master Class Series: The Blues The Lakewood Music Collective, LLC. October 2019 Graduate Recital & Defense Cleveland State University Spring 2019 Awards Best Lessons 2019 – The Lakewood Music Collective, LLC 2019 Dr. Judith A. Eckelmeyer Endowed Graduate Scholarship in Music Cleveland State University Fall Semester 2018 – Spring Semester 2019 Dean’s List Cleveland State University Spring Semester 2015 – Spring Semester 2019 Community & Professional Services National Alliance on Mental Illness Supplied music and sound reinforcement for outdoor events LakewoodAlive Responsible for concert series talent acquisition and stage coordinator Madison Dog Walk Music sponsor and music organizer Dr Denny Erhen Memorial Music Scholarship Scholarship coordinator Uptown Lakewood Business Association Member and event sponsor Team Greyhound Responsible for canine transportation, and short-term fostering Stearns Homestead Responsible for 4H participant guidance, animal care and grounds upkeep Senior Recital Cleveland State University Spring 2017 Junior Recital Cleveland State University Spring 2016

Ursuline College Adjunct Faculty, Music instructor August 2022 – Present • Develops and implements comprehensive lesson plans for bass and guitar instruction. • Utilizes a mix of traditional and modern pedagogy to effectively and efficiently convey material. • Proficiently navigate desire2learn portal to best serve students and college. Professional Freelance Musician Bassist, Arranger, Band Leader, Production Manager October 2010 – Present • Perform at a variety of venues including festivals, nightclubs, and private events, showcasing versatility across multiple musical genres. • Built a strong network within the music industry, leveraging connections to secure gigs and collaborative opportunities. • Created and produced original compositions, resulting in multiple successful releases and positive reviews. The Lakewood Music Collective, LLC. Controlling Member, Studio Director, Instructor, Head Ensemble Coach January 2018 – January 2023 • Managed all studio marketing, advertising, customer service, community outreach, and client correspondence. • Customized lesson plans to meet individual student and ensemble needs, resulting in a 95% student retention rate over two years. • Successfully managed private music lesson studio, teaching over 200 students and 17+ instructors weekly and maintaining a high rate of student progress and achievement Cleveland State University – Graduate Assistant Jazz Combo Leader, Big Band Assistant Director August 2018 – May 2019 • Oversaw CSU jazz combo rehearsals and student instruction resulting in significant progress, demonstrated by student’s midterm and final performances. • Responsible for CSU big band part transcriptions, sectional and ensemble rehearsals, resulting in successful midterm and final performances. Cleveland State University – Music Department Student Employee Assistant Audio Engineer August 2009 – May 2019 • Responsible for directing, scheduling and training of subordinates. • Live sound reinforcement, using various techniques of microphone placement. • Responsible for multi-million-dollar studio equipment care and facilitation of the premises during major events. Vance Music Studios Studio Manager, Instructor September 2016 – December 2018 • Managed all aspects of studio operations, including scheduling, equipment maintenance, and client relations, ensuring smooth and efficient workflow. • Provided private lessons in bass, guitar, and music theory, helping students achieve significant progress and performance readiness. Cleveland State University – Tutoring and Academic Success Center Music Tutor, Academic Success Coach August 2010 – April 2012 • Developed students study habits and create guidelines to follow, student growth and enrichment. • Confidence building with students in subject matter and thoroughly explain course materials. • Adhere to all university guidelines to help students stay on proper success track to graduation. LertiKal Productions Audio Engineer March 2008 – January 2016 • Providing live audio amplification, and lighting for small and large ensembles. • Responsible for mixing and ensuring quality of audio is sufficient for the client. • Providing a professional and distinctive costumer service experience