Anas Ben Dhaou

Anas Ben Dhaou

Music Instructor

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Profile summary

I’ve been passionate about playing both drums and piano since childhood, which led me to specialize in these instruments during my studies. With a background in Arabic music and jazz, I have also studied and taught the theory of maqams. In Tunisia, I taught music theory, rhythmic and melodic solfège. I later earned a Master’s in Music and Musicology from the University of Montréal. In Montreal, I taught at various music schools and camps. Since July, I’ve been teaching drumming and piano at Melodica Music School in Dubai, sharing my love for music education with students of all levels

Career highlights

Achievements: 2018 – 2023 I performed in numerous live shows, showcasing my versatility and skill. 2023 – 2024 Placed 2nd in the PAQ-DGSE Music Innovation and Creativity Challenge, showcasing outstanding musical talent and creativity.

Key skills

Skills
Drumming and percussion performanceJazz music theory and practiceMusic education and instructionFamiliarity with various drumming techniques and stylesObservationDecision makingCommunicationMulti-taskingTeamwork collaborationDigital Audio Workstation (DAW) proficiency (e.g., Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, Pro Tools)Music Production and Recording TechniquesCurriculum Development and Lesson PlanningOnline Teaching and Virtual InstructionStudent Assessment and Feedback

Professional experience

Music InstructorDec 2023 - Dec 2024
Melodica Music Academy | Dubai, UAE

Key responsibilities: Teaching Drums, Piano, Theory, and social skills Conduct students for international (MTB, TRINITY, ABRSM) and internal exam Organise tests and accompanied students in performances

Music InstructorDec 2022 - Dec 2024
Music School la Chasse Galerie | Montreal

Key responsibilities: Theoretical study related to practice Organization and staging of an end-of-year show, supervising rehearsals. Playing with a drumless Back-Track

  • Key responsibilities:
  • Theoretical study related to practice
  • Organization and staging of an end
  • year show, supervising rehearsals.
  • Playing with a drumless Back
Music TeacherDec 2022 - Dec 2024
Music school Takasim

Key responsibilities: Developing lesson plans and selecting music suitable for each level Organizing tests to assess students' practical skills Teaching various piano techniques and rhythm variations Teaching music theory Additional roles as Drum Teacher and Solfeggio Course Teacher are outlined with specific responsibilities.

Research AssistantDec 2017 - Dec 2022
University of Montreal

Key responsibilities: Extracting and transcribing Conducted archival research and newspaper analysis. Prepare reports collaborating with my research supervisor. Engaged in gathering valuable insights from a French musicological journal spanning the years 1918 to 1935.

Education

Master's, Music and MusicologyJan 2023 - Sep 2025
University of Montreal
Master's, Musical InterpretationSep 2021 - Sep 2023
Higher Institute Of Music
Bachelor's Degree, Music and MusicologySep 2018 - Sep 2021
Higher Institute Of Music