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David Schmitz, accompanist for Bravo and PCC music theory instructor, is a native Phoenix pianist and music teacher. Having studied under Dr. Judy Lively and Christi Bandelin, he holds a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance, summa cum laude & Ray-Maben scholar, from Grand Canyon University, class of 2005. He has presided over keyboard studies at Central High School since 2008, during which time he earned a Master's in Secondary Education (2010). During his tenure, he has, in conjunction with Phoenix College, helped to facilitate the launch of an annual piano festival for high-school piano students in the metro Phoenix area. In addition to educating the Valley's upcoming piano virtuosos, he has accompanied numerous theatrical, choral, and instrumental productions, such as the Arizona All-State Jazz Honor Choir (2010), Arizona Christian University's production of "The Scarlet Pimpernel," (2008) and "Oh, What a Lovely War," produced by Grand Canyon University (2003). Mr. Schmitz enjoys performing music with his talented wife Erin, a professional vocalist and musicologist. Mr. Schmitz joined the Phoenix Children's Chorus organization in 2011. |