This document summarizes an individual's music background. They have won 17 songwriting awards across multiple genres from 2008-2009. They are a self-taught guitarist and bassist who formed a rock band, producing 2 albums and performing in NYC clubs and festivals from 2007-2009. Additionally, they studied classical violin from 1998-2006, performing as concertmaster and soloist with the Bergen Youth Symphony at venues like Carnegie Hall and Symphony Space.

1. MUSIC BACKGROUND<br />o Won seventeen songwriting awards from The Billboard International Songwriting Contest, VH-1’s Song of the Year, and more. Awards received in the Rock, Pop, R&B/Urban, and Christian/Gospel categories. (2008 - 2009)<br />o Self-taught guitarist and bass guitarist. Created rock band. Produced 2 CD’s of original music. Performed in New York City clubs and at several out-of-state music and songwriting festivals. (2007 - 2009)<br />o Studied classical violin with Isaac Malkin and Matitahu Braun. Performed at Carnegie Hall, Symphony Space, and other venues as Concertmaster for The Bergen Youth Symphony. Many performances as a soloist. (1998 - 2006)<br />