Niall Kelly
Musical Director
2 Parklands, Glenconor, Clonmel
Summary
Currently hold a pivotal position as Corporal and experienced instrumentalist within the Irish defence forces, having attained over twelve years of service to the State, as part of the distinguished Band 1 Brigade, Cork and the Army Number 1 Band.
This position demands the display and maintenance of high standards in professionalism, intelligence, insightfulness and best practice in the role. This is undertaken through the use of learnt decision making capabilities and measured judgement to enables a position to address daily challenges which are pre-requisite for my role.
In addition, experience and decision-making skills ensure the highest acceptable standards to music and administration are achieved and maintained in an ever-changing work environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Irish Defence Forces
Corporal
7 2011 - Current
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record.
- Used critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and make effective decisions.
- Develop and maintain high levels of musicianship.
RTÉ Concert Orchestra
Trombone
01.2019 - Current
- Successfully selected to perform as freelance trombone player on numerous engagements.
- Recruited to perform on tours and recording orchestrations.
Cork Opera House Concert Orchestra
Assistant Conductor
11.2021 - 11.2021
- Attended regular practices and private lessons to perfect conducting skills.
- Collaborated with performers and producers to determine and achieve desired sound for production.
- Determined voices, instruments, harmonic structures, rhythms, tempos and tone balances required to achieve effects desired in each musical composition.
Irish National Opera
Trombone
03.2018 - 03.2021
- Selected to performed in productions of Aida and La Bohème
- Integrated seamlessly into fast paced musical environment
Musical Director - Les Misérables
St Mary's Choral Society
08.2020 - 08.2020
- Responsible for management of intensive rehearsals with both orchestra and chorus.
- Rearranged original score to adapt to dynamic musical setting.
- Identified and leased internally and externally with critical stakeholders to ensure appropriate health and safety standards and protocols were adopted and maintained.
Musical Director
Knocklyon Concert Band
09.2017 - 06.2019
- Responsible for co-ordination of all aspects of rehearsing and managing wind band.
- Auditioned and selected performers for musical presentations.
- Directed groups at rehearsals and live performances to achieve professional performance standards.
- Rewrote original scores to adapt to different musical capabilities
Conductor
St. James' Brass and Reed Band
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Successfully selected for six-month position as conductor followed by six months as associate conductor
- Led ensemble through busy Christmas Period.
- Responsible for programming all of bands engagements
- Consulted with managers to determine logistics of musical concerts and to coordinate and establish artistic vision
Musical Director
St. Marys Choral Society
10.2022 - Current
- Appointed as full time musical in 2022
- Streamlined administrative tasks such as managing rehearsal spaces or coordinating travel arrangements to increase overall efficiency.
- Enhanced musical performances by conducting comprehensive rehearsals and providing constructive feedback to performers.
- Work closely with director, choreographer and chorus mistress to ensure the timely delivery of each production
Musical Director
Bellvue Academy Of Performing Arts
10.2023 - Current
- Liaised with education departments to provide workshops or seminars on relevant topics in musical theatre.
- Developed innovative show concepts for productions, resulting in increased audience engagement and ticket sales.
- Managed budgets and resources effectively, enabling the successful production of numerous musical events.
- Mentored up-and-coming musicians through private lessons, fostering their growth as artists and performers.
- Increased ensemble proficiency by implementing rigorous audition processes for potential members.
Education
Master of Music - Conducting
Munster Technological University
Cork School Of Music 09.2019 - 2021.06
Bachelor of Music Performance (Honours) - Trombone
Technological University Dublin
Rathmines 09.2015 - 2019.06
ATCL Diploma - Performance
Trinity College
London 06.2015 - 2015.06
Skills
Assertive Communication Skills- Both Oral and Written
Directing and coordinating Operations
Analysis and Evaluation
Managing Relationships
Drive and Commitment to Development
Leadership, Planning and Development
Timeline
Musical Director
Bellvue Academy Of Performing Arts
10.2023 - Current
Musical Director
St. Marys Choral Society
10.2022 - Current
Cork Opera House Concert Orchestra
Assistant Conductor
11.2021 - 11.2021
Musical Director - Les Misérables
St Mary's Choral Society
08.2020 - 08.2020
Master of Music - Conducting
Munster Technological University
09.2019 - 2021.06
RTÉ Concert Orchestra
Trombone
01.2019 - Current
Irish National Opera
Trombone
03.2018 - 03.2021
Musical Director
Knocklyon Concert Band
09.2017 - 06.2019
Conductor
St. James' Brass and Reed Band
07.2016 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Music Performance (Honours) - Trombone
Technological University Dublin
09.2015 - 2019.06
ATCL Diploma - Performance
Trinity College
06.2015 - 2015.06
Irish Defence Forces
Corporal
7 2011 - Current
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