Cori Moore
Asheville,NC
Summary
Enthusiastic and adaptable with experience in the music industry, instruction and creative collaboration. Eager to share my passion and knowledge of bluegrass and folk music with people that want to learn!
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Guitar Instructor
Self Employed
01.2024 - Current
- Provide guitar instruction to students of varying age and skill levels
- Teach flatpicking and crosspicking techniques to build speed and clarity
- Discuss and develop basic improvisational techniques within a bluegrass setting
- Expand students repertoire and emphasize learning bluegrass fiddle tunes by ear
Performing Musician
Self Employed
2020 - Current
- Personally manage networking, promoting, and booking performances for myself and band
- Create an interactive and educational show with audiences including old Appalachian songs
- Studio Recording: “And She Will Go” – my EP (6 songs) which I wrote, produced, sang and played guitar on
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Verner Learning Center
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted in managing the classroom and ensuring children's emotional and physical well-being
- Built trust with children and parents, developing a safe and positive atmosphere
- Handled high stress situations with patience and compassion
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Warren Wilson College
Swannanoa, NCMinor - Traditional Music
Warren Wilson College
Swannanoa, NCMinor - Neuroscience
Warren Wilson College
Swannanoa, NCSkills
- Guitarist (flatpicking, crosspicking, improvisation)
- Songwriter
- Vocalist (lead and harmony singing)
- Fiddler (old-time tunes and basic bowing patterns)
- Foundational concepts in Music Theory
Performance Experience
Festivals & Showcases
- IBMA (International Bluegrass Music Association)
- Sing Out Loud Showcase
- Gamble Rogers Folk Festival
- Will McLean Folk Festival
Band Experience:
- Lillie Corinne band
- Cori and the Cowboys
- Warren Wilson Advanced Bluegrass Ensemble
Studio Recording
- And She'll Go - my EP (6 songs) which I wrote, produced, sang and played guitar on
Recording Session
Timeline
Guitar Instructor
Self Employed
01.2024 - Current
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Verner Learning Center
08.2023 - 05.2024
Performing Musician
Self Employed
2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Warren Wilson College
Minor - Traditional Music
Warren Wilson College
Minor - Neuroscience
Warren Wilson College