Jim McCutcheon
Music: GuitarWebsite: www.jim.mccutcheonmusic.com
Biography
Jim McCutcheon, `The Guitar Man,’ earned the Ohio Governor’s Award for the Arts in Arts Education (2017) as well as two awards from the Parents Choice Foundation for his recordings for children. With teaching experience ranging from Montessori (24 years) through colleges (he teaches at the University of Dayton, Wright State University and Miami University), Jim has presented his interactive `Fretted-Instrument Family’ programs for decades to audiences of all ages. Armed with a Bachelor of Science in Physics as well as a Master of Music in Music Education, Jim’s `Guitar Man Does Science’ shows combine these diverse skill sets for all ages in stimulating, participatory presentations for small or large groups. In addition to presenting to students, Jim works with teachers in professional development workshops.
Grade Levels/Age Groups
- PreK-Kindergarten
- Grades 1-3
- Grades 4-5
- Grades 6-8
- Grades 9-12
- Young Adults
- Adults
- Older Adults
Facilities and Resources Required
- Electrical Outlets
- Table(s)
- For “Guitar Man Does Science,” a room that can be completely darkened is a plus, but not absolutely necessary.
Organizational Involvement
Availability
Upon request
RECENT PROJECTS: Springer School (Cincinnati) – Weeklong residency working with students with disabilities.
The Overfield School (Troy) week long residency at working with toddlers through 3rd graders.
Five Points Elementary, “Guitar Man Does Science,” two-day residency for 4th graders.
Learn more about Jim and his lifetime of work in music and education in this video celebrating his 2017 Governor’s Award for the Arts.
Jim at TEDTalkxDayton (2020)
Notes
“The most wonderful thing about Jim’s residency was his ability to bring his musical expertise and at the same time have phenomenal classroom management skills where all the students were engaged and able to follow expectations in a fun atmosphere.” Rachel Eccles, LPCC-S, RPT Counselor & Student Life Coordinator
