Stan Bann

A lifetime of performing has given me great insight and prowess into making an immediate, engaging, and trusting bond with audiences in a number of different settings. A lifetime as a teacher has given me the insight into when (and how) to be dogmatic and authoritarian and when (and how) to be compassionate, understanding, and how to turn a bad situation into a positive learning experience. I have been the smooth, hip, jazz musician being interviewed on midnight radio programs, big band live remotes, and in smokey basement bistros. I have introduced concert bands, read program notes, introduced the Airmen of Note, and guided audience members through the symbolism and background of symphonic works in tuxedo infested concert halls. I have been one introducing competitors and pronouncing gold medal winning performers for marching band and figure skating competitions. I have been the voice on the Twin Cities Jazz Society's Jazz Line reciting which trio was performing at which lounge for the upcoming week. I have narrated business presentations, on-line course reviews and curriculum. I have run a switchboard and been the voice that tells the customer who they've reached and that they are valued. MBA in Management (University of St. Thomas) BA in Jazz Composition (Berklee College of Music) Member of the following professional associations: • ASCAP (both as Artist and Publisher) • The Recording Academy • The College Music Society • International Trombone Association • AFL/CIO – Twin Cities Musicians Union • American Composers Forum • Film Music Institute Mac Pro (32 GB RAM, 8 Processors) Audio Technica LSR-2300 microphone Logic Pro 9 Music Production: East-West EWQL Symphonic Orchestra Konkakt 5 Finale 2012 Amadeus 30 years of experience as a project manager / consultant specializing in information technologies, business process, strategic planning, and quality assurance. Extensive experience with executive briefings, team building, facilitation, and program management. On-line curriculum developer, mentor, and adjunct faculty at the undergraduate and MBA level. Courses included Project Management (MBA level), Excellence and Innovation, New Product Management, and Business Management. Extensive educational presentations (PowerPoint, Blackboard, interactive video, SharePoint) Composer / arranger / clinician / adjudicator / trombonist / film scoring / emcee in the Twin Cities for over 35 years. Big band recordings released internationally on Sea Breeze Jazz.