1. Charles David Evans, Music Therapist
6526 N. Ashland Ave.
Apt. No.2
Chicago, IL 60626
Email: legallychuck81@gmail.com
Primary Phone Number: (636)-541-3821
Education
Western Illinois University (WIU), Bachelor of Music in Music Therapy (major), 2016
GPA: 3.8/4.0, Cumulative GPA: 3.87/4.0- Magna Cum Laude, University Centennial Honors Scholar
Expected to be Board Certified: Mid-December 2016
Music
Primary Instrument: Violin Secondary Instruments: Viola, Bass Guitar
Other Proficient Instruments: Voice, Piano, Guitar, Ukulele, Percussion
Clinical Experience
 Internship: Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care of Illinois, Des Plaines, IL
- June 6th
, 2016- Dec. 9th
, 2016
- Provided meaningful, individualized music experiences for hospice patients and families to meet their
needs as loved ones near end of life.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to gain further insight into patients and modify treatment to be
most effective for clients
- Conducted music therapy visits that are cultural inclusive to build a therapeutic relationship to provide the
best services
- Made music therapy visits in a wide variety of locations where hospice patients are found including
nursing homes, hospitals, convalescent facilities, group homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Followed up with families after the passing of a loved one with bereavement support.
Previous Employment
 Elms Nursing Home
- Position: Student Music Therapist (May 2014-May 2016)
- Conducted group music-making sessions (30min to 1hr), including song writing, song discussion, remembering
song names and memories attached to song.
- Conducted one-on-one sessions with residents based on need.
- Used music to assist residents in transition to living in long-term facility, accepting end of life processes,
maintaining abilities, faith-based needs
College Leadership/Volunteer Experience
 WIU Music Therapy Association
- Vice President and President (Member Since: 2012- 2016)
 WIU Housing and Dining Services
- Resident Assistant (Fall 2013- Spring 2016)
 Boy Scouts of America
- Reached Eagle Scout Rank (Spring 2009), Worked as a Summer Camp Counselor/Director from 2009-2013,
(Member Since: 2001-2014).
Professional Music Experience
 bare: A Pop Opera- Instrument: Bass Guitar, Refuge Theatre Project, Chicago, IL (Oct. 2016)
 Big, Blonde, and Dollyful- Instrument: Violin/Fiddle, Chicago Cabaret Project, Chicago, IL (Aug. 2016)
 Open Mic Night- VIP Performer, Instrument: Violin, Voice, Guitar, Viola, Atmosphere Bar, Chicago, IL (Fall 2016)
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2. Charles David Evans
6526 N. Ashland Ave.
Apt. No.2
Chicago, IL 60626
Email: legallychuck81@gmail.com
Primary Phone Number: (636)-541-3821
References
Dr. Jennifer Jones, Ph.D., MT-BC
Director of Music Therapy
Western Illinois University, School of Music
1 University Circle
Macomb, IL 61455
(309) 298-1187
jd-jones2@wiu.edu
Carrie Gatz, MM, MT-BC
Internship Supervisor
Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care of Illinois
606 Potter Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 840-3079
cgatz@seasons.org
Jane Hasley
Director of Activities
The Elms
1212 Madelyn Avenue
Macomb, IL 61455
(309) 837-5482
jhasley@theelmsmacomb.com