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Thomas Austria

Wilmington

Summary

Accomplished pianist with a proven track record throughout his undergraduate education at UNC Wilmington. Additionally volunteers as a Church Accompanist for St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church and St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, enhancing worship experiences through exceptional collaborative skills and dynamic control. A team player, I foster congregational participation and create memorable atmospheres for special events, showcasing extensive music theory knowledge and a confident stage presence.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Church Pianist

St Joseph Roman Catholic Church
03.2025 - Current
  • Provides accompaniment for hymns during Mass every week.
  • Enhanced congregation''s worship experience by skillfully playing piano during services and special events.
  • Transposed pieces from one key to another to accommodate client and musician preferences.
  • Interpreted and modified music to personalize performances.
  • Performed at weddings, funerals, and other milestone events within the congregation, creating a meaningful and personal atmosphere for attendees.

Church Pianist

St. Stanislaus Catholic Church
06.2024 - Current
  • Played piano for 5-7 person groups.
  • Contributed to increased attendance at Mass by providing exceptional musical accompaniment.
  • Encouraged congregants to participate in worship by leading responsive hymns and familiar songs.
  • Worked closely with other instrumentalists within the congregation to create well-rounded and engaging performances during special events or services.

Shelf Stocker

Saigon International Market
07.2022 - 08.2024
  • Worked part-time, balancing work hours with education.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment for optimal shopping experience.
  • Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
  • Helped customers locate desired items and transfer oversized items to vehicles.
  • Unloaded arriving product stock and moved to store display areas.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Piano Performance

University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Wilmington, NC
05-2026

High School Diploma - Bassoon Performance

University of North Carolina School of The Arts
Winston-Salem, NC
05-2022

Skills

  • Classical repertoire
  • Improvisational skills
  • Extensive knowledge of music theory
  • Sight-reading proficiency
  • Ear training
  • Organizational growth
  • Team player attitude
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Continuous learning mindset
  • Confident stage presence
  • Dynamic control
  • Adaptive tempo control

Accomplishments

  • Received the Music Theory Award at UNCW's Summer Jazz Workshop in 2017.
  • Received letter of commendation for my distinguished piano performance at UNC Greensboro's Summer Music Camp in 2017.
  • Won the Richard R. Deas Young Artist Concerto Competition in Fall 2024 and performed alongside the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra the 1st movement of Ravel's Piano Concerto in G major the following Spring in CFCC's Wilson Center.
  • Won the Rising Stars Concerto Competition in Spring 2025 and performed alongside the Raleigh Symphony Orchestra the 1st movement of Ravel's Piano Concerto in G major in the Jones Auditorium at Meredith College.
  • Has received highest audition scores for the UNCW Honors Recital in Fall 2023 and Spring 2025.

Timeline

Church Pianist

St Joseph Roman Catholic Church
03.2025 - Current

Church Pianist

St. Stanislaus Catholic Church
06.2024 - Current

Shelf Stocker

Saigon International Market
07.2022 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Piano Performance

University of North Carolina At Wilmington

High School Diploma - Bassoon Performance

University of North Carolina School of The Arts

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