Bernard Long, Jr
Belleville,IL
Summary
Energetic Band Director with 17 years of experience. Successful at teaching music to students from K-12 and college, planning concerts and monitoring individual student growth. Adept at fundraising and working on strict budgets while cultivating an inspiring workspace for students. Also maintains a fun, positive and safe learning environment for all.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Band Director
Madison Jr/Sr High School
08.2020 - Current
- Teach private music lessons.
- Direct the Madison Jazz Combo
- Direct the Madison Concert band
- Direct the Madison Percussion Ensemble.
- Direct the Madison Marching band.
- Direct the orchestra pit for school musicals.
- Teach Music Appreciation.
- Incorporate technology in the Madison music department.
- Present music workshops for the Madison music students.
- Recruit for the Madison band program.
- Jr/ Sr Class Sponsor
- School Leadership team
- Treasurer for the Madison Teachers Union 763.
Adjunct Jazz Drum Set Professor
LindenWood University
08.2014 - 08.2024
- Taught 8 private drum set lessons per week.
- Judged the Lindenwood Jazz Festival for 3 years.
- Taught Jazz drum set and rhythm section master classes.
- Judged over 70 student music recitals and juries.
- Advised students in their course work.
- Recruited for the Lindenwood University music department.
Band Director
Normandy High School
03.2014 - 05.2020
- Taught private music lessons.
- Directed the Normandy Jazz Ensemble.
- Directed the Normandy Concert band.
- Directed the Normandy Percussion Ensemble.
- Directed the Normandy Marching band.
- Directed the orchestra pit for school musicals.
- Taught Music Appreciation.
- Incorporated technology in the Normandy music department.
- Played with the Normandy music faculty and students.
- Recruited for the Normandy band program.
Assistant Band Director and Percussion Instructor
Stillman College
08.2012 - 05.2013
- Taught private percussion lessons. to 6 students weekly
- Directed the Stillman College Jazz Ensemble with 17 students.
- Co directed the Blue Pride Marching band of 120 students.
- Directed the Blue Pride Drum line.
- Played with the Stillman College music faculty and students.
- Recruited for the Stillman College music department.
- Coordinated information sessions/presentations for prospective students interested in the music program and marching band.
- Faculty Advisor to the National Honorary Band Fraternity Kappa Kappa Psi.
Education
Ed. S - School Administration
Lindenwood University
St. Charles, MO12-2018
M. A.T. - Music Education
Lindenwood University
St. Charles, MO05-2016
M.M. - Jazz Studies
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05-2012
B.M. - Jazz Studies
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL05-2009
Skills
- Ensemble management
- Discipline management
- Parent engagement and communication
- Student motivation
- Public speaking
- Teaching methods
- Fundraising
- Recruitment efforts
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Student achievement
- Educational technology
- Relationship building and networking
- Critical thinking and judgment
- Stage presence
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 45 educators in the development of Illinois Ambassadors of music Tour in 2023, and 2025.
- 2022-2023 Madison CUSD 12 Teacher of the year
- 2023 Illinois State Board of Education Award of Meritorious Service in the Teacher Category
- 2018 Salute to Excellence in Education Honoree from the St. Louis American
Certification
K-12 Music
K-12 Educational Leadership: Administration and Supervision (5412) Score will post May 8th, 2026
Timeline
Band Director
Madison Jr/Sr High School
08.2020 - Current
Adjunct Jazz Drum Set Professor
LindenWood University
08.2014 - 08.2024
Band Director
Normandy High School
03.2014 - 05.2020
Assistant Band Director and Percussion Instructor
Stillman College
08.2012 - 05.2013
M. A.T. - Music Education
Lindenwood University
M.M. - Jazz Studies
Michigan State University
B.M. - Jazz Studies
Northern Illinois University
Ed. S - School Administration
Lindenwood University
Professional Associations Affiliations
- 2025, Katherine Dunham Board of Directors Former President
- 2025, Ludwig Drums Artists
- 2018, Zildjian Cymbals Education Artist
- 2020, Vic-Firth Drum Sticks Education Artist
- St. Louis Civic Orchestra Board Member
- 2022, Madison County Band Directors Association President Appointed
- 2016, Focus St. Louis Emerging Leaders Fall Class
- Jazz Educators Network Member
- Percussive Arts Society Education and Diversity Committee director
- 2013, National Association for the Study and Performance of African American Music Performer
Conferences Presentations Publications
- 2025, Jazz Educator Network Presenter/ Guest Artist
- 2024, Midwest Clinic International Band and Orchestra Festival presenter
- 2024, Percussive Arts Society International Convention presenter
- 2023, Midwest Clinic International Band and Orchestra Festival presenter
- 2023, Illinois Music Education Association Conference presenter
- 2025, Northern Illinois University Percussion Camp
- 2024, Northern Illinois University Percussion Camp
- 2023, Northern Illinois University Percussion Camp
- 2021, Northern Illinois University Percussion Camp
- 2025, Illinois Ambassadors of Music Staff
- 2023, Illinois Ambassadors of Music Staff
- 2022, Southern Illinois University Percussion Camp
- 2021, Southern Illinois University Percussion Camp
- 2020, Southern Illinois University Percussion Camp
- 2021, Carters Jazz Clinic Virtual Jazz Festival Presenter
- 2001, Ken Burns Jazz Documentary release performer