Tony Smith
Tony Smith
I'm a former Texas music educator with over 30 year's of experience as a band director. I spent 24 years at the middle school level, including 18 years at North Oaks Middle School in Haltom City,Texas where the band was a four-time TMEA Honor Band finalist. In addition to teaching middle school, I served as the associate director of bands at Haltom High School. I am currently an active clinician and adjudicator throughout Texas.
Now, as a School Relationship Manager for Sweetwater, I am excited about helping families and students find affordable, high-quality instruments so they can experience the joy and benefits of music education.
As one of the School Relationship Managers here at Sweetwater, please let me know anytime I can offer help or advice.
(800) 222-4700 ext 1626
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Education/Certifications Teaching Experience:
I am a graduate of the University of North Texas with a Bachelor's degree in Music.
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Where did you grow up?
I grew up in the desert of Midland, Texas.
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How were you involved with music before coming to Sweetwater?
I was a band director in the DFW area for 30 years.
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Why did you first apply for a job at Sweetwater?
I was a customer and a big fan of the company. I used Sweetwater's rental program as a band director.
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What is your primary instrument and what brands/models do you play?
My primary instrument is the French horn. I played on a Conn 8D for most of my life. I recently purchased a Paxman 27 from Sweetwater and love it!
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Do you play any other instruments?
I play all of the brass instruments. Some better than others!
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Are there any other musicians in your family?
Back in high school, my brother was an All-State Trombone player.
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Other stuff we should know about you (hobbies, talents, interests, etc.):
I am an avid runner. I have completed two marathons and several half marathons.
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Real-life hero:
My father. He grew up with very little and became a very important person to me and to our community.
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How would your customers/fellow music education advocates describe you?
Hard worker that is passionate about kids succeeding in life.
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What in your background prepared you most to help your customers with their audio needs?
My background as a band director.
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What in your background prepared you most to help Band and Orchestra Directors with their rental instrument needs?
Being a customer of Sweetwater's rental program was a big advantage. Sharing my experience with directors has been incredibly helpful.
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What do you enjoy most about being part of the Sweetwater team?
I love the people I work with.
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What is the most important thing you've learned at Sweetwater?
The core values of the company align with how I try to live my life.
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Who are some of the notable artists you've worked with?
Eddie Green, Tom Bennett, David Bertman, Greg Hull, Melodianne Mallow, David Burks, John Benzer. Dick Clardy. All are master teachers.
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Links to my music
https://youtu.be/PW0nnVWO8Ac
https://youtu.be/_9Fg8h-TEbM
https://youtu.be/3mbfholqKVk
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yyPl7yAie-g8yKLtwhGBNuhHiLFy8QmC/view?usp=sharing
Interview with Tony...
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Tony is very communicative and reliable. I love when my families choose Sweetwater because I know they'll have a great experience!
Jessica from Keller, TX
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He is OUTSTANDING and QUICK! Thanks!
April from Ft. Worth, TX
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Tony is very communicative on updates regarding orders and processes. He has been extremely personable and flexible.
Alicia from Granbury, TX
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Tony is amazing. As a new head director to the school, Tony reached out to me early and helped make sure that any changes I had to our rental kits were updated.
Ray from North Richland Hills, TX
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Tony does a great job of communicating. He responds to questions extremely fast and is super helpful!
Matthew from Waxahachie, TX
