Anderson Isiagu
Professional Summary
A seasoned conductor, music director, educator, and producer with over 20 years of international experience, Anderson Isiagu specializes in orchestrating transformative musical performances and educational initiatives. His work spans across continents, driving musical excellence through innovative programming and community engagement.
Key Achievements
Concerts and Directing
- Directed multicultural events at various churches (Bel Air Church, PCOM, St. Kizito Parish et al) enhancing worship through diverse musical expressions.
- Led orchestral and choral performances that garnered community accolades and advanced musical appreciation.
- Achieved high-rating awards as a band/orchestra teacher, including notable successes with the jazz band.
Education and Leadership
- Developed curricula, and taught honors band and choir classes, in addition to music composition and theory at Heritage Christian Schools, enriching the academic journey of numerous students.
- Spearheaded the rejuvenation of the National Open University of Nigeria’s band, aligning performances with global standards.
- Highly skilled in transforming beginner and struggling choirs and bands into advanced and successful ensembles.
Media and Creative Production
- Writing and developing movies and TV shows, incorporating unique elements of telling authentic African stories from an African perspective.
- Awarded Best Actor in a stage play (also directed) and Best Conductor at a choir competition, recognizing dual talents in two of my most important passions, music and theater.
Core Skills
Musical Expertise
- Choral and orchestral conducting
- Composition
- Music Production
- Acting, Film Making, and Music Video Directing
- Recording Artist
Technical Proficiency
Proficient in:
- Logic Pro
- Pro Tools
- Finale
- Sibelius
- Dorico
- Cubase
- Fruity Loops
- Ableton Live
- Adobe Premiere
- DaVinci Resolve
Leadership and Management
- Expertise in Strategic Planning: Demonstrates exceptional foresight in event planning, consistently organizing schedules and milestones well in advance to ensure smooth execution.
- Event/Project Management: Expertly manage all aspects of event execution, from Conception, coordination, and logistics to overseeing real-time operations.
- Inspirational Team Leadership: Known for a leadership style that cultivates sincere and authentic relationships, inspiring trust and enthusiasm among team members.
- Attention to Detail: Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail, ensuring precision in musical arrangements, event planning, and educational delivery, for quality and impactful performances and projects.
Education
Credentials
- Ph.D. Candidate in Musicology, Claremont Graduate University, Expected May 2025.
- Master of Music, Composition, Azusa Pacific University.
- Bachelor of Arts, Music Composition and Theory, Obafemi Awolowo University.
Contact
Email: info@andersonisiagu
