Sean F Meagher

47 Spring Street #1B

Keene, NH 03431
(603) 965-6514
seanfmeagher@gmail.com
www.seanfmeagher.com

Education:
Master of Arts in Music: Wind Conducting – 4.0 GPA 2015
University of New Hampshire – Durham, NH

Bachelor of Music in Music Education – 3.766 GPA 2012

Keene State College – Keene, NH

Bachelor of Arts in Music: Music Theory – 3.766 GPA 2012

Keene State College – Keene, NH

Teaching Experience:
Cooperating Teacher March 2018–Present
Keene State College – Keene, NH
This past year, I took on mentoring a student teacher from Keene State College. I worked with them to refine their lesson
planning, rehearsal and classroom procedures, and content knowledge. I also evaluated the student teacher on their
performance within the Danielson Domains and submitted those to the college’s education department.

Music Teacher, Band & Choir Director August 2015–Present

School Administrative Unit 60 – Charlestown/Walpole, NH
In this position I direct the 6-8 bands in Charlestown and Walpole, NH. I’ve implemented new band curriculum to improve
music literacy, began a chamber music project, traveled with students to festivals, and brought in clinicians to work with my
groups. I also direct the beginning band programs in the two primary schools of the Charlestown Attendance Area. Additional
courses included multiple sections of general music from 4–6th grade in various buildings throughout the district. I’ve also
taken on many other roles in my school such as Drama Club Director where I’m leading a production and Building
Technology Leader where I’m currently finishing my Google certification.

Assistant Director 2013–2015

Beast of the East Band – Durham, NH
I conducted the University of New Hampshire’s pep band at all conference basketball games. I also conducted at hockey
games when needed. I have traveled with the group to the Verizon Wireless Arena in Manchester, New Hampshire and the
TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts.

Faculty and Equipment Manager July–August 2014/5/6/7

Summer Youth Music School – Durham, NH
As a faculty member I’ve taught euphonium and tuba masterclasses, brass and percussion sectionals, as well as a conducting
class. This included music selection, daily lesson planning, differentiated instruction, as well as private and group lessons. As
equipment manager, I ensured all classrooms had the required equipment, rehearsal spaces were clean and set up properly,
and managed the stage for concerts and evening events.

Graduate Assistant 2013–2015

University of New Hampshire – Durham, NH
I served as the assistant conductor for the UNH Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, and Concert Band. As assistant
conductor, I regularly conducted ensembles in concert and rehearsal, selected repertoire, and wrote program notes. I was also
on the staff of the Wildcat Marching Band and would clinic sections on music, marching technique, and provide assistance
with the equipment and technology used for each rehearsal.

Long-term Substitute – Music February 2013–May 2013

Merrimack Middle School – Merrimack, NH
I was the full-time band director while the current teacher was on maternity leave. I taught private and group lessons
throughout the day, a concert band and jazz band before school, as well as extra help after school. While at Merrimack, I
took a small group of students to Plymouth State University to participate in the Solo and Ensemble Festival. I also took
students to Manchester Central High School to participate in the Mid-Level Honors Band Festival.
Performance Experience:
Guest Conductor November 2016
Keene State College Concert Band and Chamber Singers – Keene, NH
I conducted the KSC Concert Band and Chamber Singers in a combined performance of Eric Whitacre’s Sleep.
Pit Orchestra Conductor January 2016
Murdock Middle/High School – Winchendon, MA
I conducted the orchestra for a high school production of Into the Woods and provided edits to the music that would allow the
director and choreographer to stage the production as they wished.
Principal Tuba 2014–2015
University of New Hampshire Wind Symphony – Durham, NH
As the principal tubist I performed for two concerts each semester as well as additional clinics and masterclasses. I also served
as a soloist on their latest recording, The Music of Michael Annicchiarico, which was produced by Mark Custom and is
available through Spotify, Naxos, and for purchase.
Pit Orchestra Musician May 2014
Spotlight Playhouse – Haverhill, MA
I played bass trombone for The Music Man and provided assistance to the director in assigning parts to the musicians.
Tenor Soloist April 2013
University of New Hampshire Concert Choir – Durham, NH
I was requested as a soloist during my tenure as a graduate assistant in the band program at UNH.
Chamber Singers of Keene – Keene, NH 2012–2013
I performed as a soloist and member of the ensemble for two seasons.

Related Professional Experience:

Advocacy and Membership Outreach Council Chair April 2015–Present
New Hampshire Music Educators Association – Manchester, NH
I oversee all state advocacy efforts including Music in Our Schools Month, Hill Day in Washington, D.C., and our social
media accounts. I also write to our representatives in Concord and Washington to inform them about our organization’s
position on issues surrounding music education and a well-rounded education. I regularly attend and present at state
conferences.
Advocacy Leadership Force September 2014–Present
National Association for Music Education – Reston, VA
I meet with the director of advocacy and discuss federal legislation, advocacy initiatives, membership engagement, and
strategic planning for the state of New Hampshire.
Arts Graduation Competency Task Force 2014
New Hampshire Department of Education – Concord, NH
I worked with a group of arts educators and Marcia McCaffrey to put forward a draft of arts competencies to be considered as
the requirements for high school graduation in New Hampshire.
New Hampshire Quarter Notes Editor 2013–Present
New Hampshire Music Educators Association
I produce the state’s quarterly journal, which is distributed to music educators, superintendents, and college students
throughout the state. I use Adobe InDesign and Illustrator to create a professional looking journal that is available in print and
online. I also regularly contribute articles.
Music Coalition Chair April 2013–Present
New Hampshire Music Educators Association
I work with the New Hampshire Department of Education, New Hampshire State Council on the Arts, and New Hampshire
Citizens for the Arts on various advocacy efforts at the state and federal level. I have led initiatives on New Hampshire’s Ed
306 Minimum Standards for Public School Approval, Jeanne Shaheen’s Supporting Afterschool STEM Act, the National
Coalition for Core Arts Standards’ Music Standards, and the implementation of Every Student Succeeds Act as it pertains to
NH state policy and music education.

Commissioning a Choral Work Session April 2012

Academic Excellence Conference – Keene, NH
I presented one of the first music sessions at this conference and shared the process of commissioning a choral work. Earlier in
the year, I had commissioned Dr. Heather Gilligan to write a piece for the Keene State College Chamber Singers that I would
later conduct in concert. The piece was meant to capture the life of a farmer as a part of our collaboration with Stonewall Farm.
In this session, I talked about why we commission music, what the commissioning process looks like, and how to work with a
composer on developing a piece. The session ended in a world premiere performance of The Farmer by Dr. Heather Gilligan.
Honors, Awards, Certifications:
David M. Brooks Music Fund Grant Recipient April 2018
New Hampshire Charitable Foundation
Music Education Endorsement – Beginner Educator Certificate January 2013
New Hampshire State Board of Education
Thomas Crowley Memorial Scholarship May 2012
Keene State College Department of Education
Danny Paul Hunter Memorial Scholarship April 2011
Keene State College Department of Music
Certificate of Achievement April 2011
National Association for Music Education

Professional Development:
Arts Advocacy Summit (New Hampshire Citizens for the Arts) March 2015
Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic December 2014*
Innovation in Education (New Hampshire Department of Education) October 2014
National Leadership Assembly (National Association for Music Education) June 2014*
Spring Conference/NH All-State (New Hampshire Music Educators Association) April 2009*
National Association for Music Education Eastern Division Conference April 2009**
October Music Festival (New Hampshire Music Educators Association) October 2008*
* designates annual attendance beginning on the date indicated
** designates biannual attendance beginning on the date indicated

Professional Affiliations:
New Hampshire Band Directors Association 2018–Present
National Band Association 2017–Present
National Education Association 2015–Present
College Band Directors National Association 2015–Present
New Hampshire Music Educators Association 2008–Present
National Association for Music Education 2008–Present

References:
Dr. Andrew Boysen, Jr. Casey Goodwin
Director of Bands/Graduate Coordinator Director of Athletic Bands
Paul Creative Arts Center - Music Paul Creative Arts Center - Music
University of New Hampshire University of New Hampshire
30 Academic Way 30 Academic Way
Durham, NH 03824 Durham, NH 03824
603.862.2405 603.862.3259
andrew.boysen@unh.edu casey.goodwin@unh.edu

Dr. Jim Chesebrough Dr. Sandra Howard

Associate Professor of Music Associate Professor of Music
Band Director/Music Education/Low Brass Coordinator, Music Education and Choirs
Keene State College Keene State College
229 Main Street 229 Main Street
Keene, NH 03435 Keene, NH 03435
603.358.2193 603.358.2344
jchesebrough@keene.edu showard1@keene.edu