Anas Ben Dhaou
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Skilled musician specialising in drumming and percussion with a focus on jazz music theory and education. Utilises strong communication and decision-making skills to enhance team collaboration. Experienced in diverse drumming techniques and committed to advancing music education through innovative instructional methods.
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Music Instructor
Music School Melodica
Dubai, UAE
2024.01 - 2026.01
- Prepared and coached 30+ students for international music examinations (MTB, Trinity, and ABRSM) and internal assessments, improving their performance readiness, confidence, and exam preparation skills.
- Taught drums, piano, music theory, and social skills to 40+ students through private lessons, supporting their musical development and personal growth.
- Organised and coordinated 50+ music assessments and student performances, scheduling evaluations and accompanying students on stage to enhance their confidence and engagement
Research Assistant
University of Montreal
Montreal, Canada
2023.01 - 2025.01
- Conducted archival research and analysed newspapers, contributing to comprehensive understanding of historical context.
- Collaborated with research supervisor to refine methodologies and improve research outcomes.
- Prepared detailed reports summarising research findings for stakeholder review.
- Extracted and transcribed data from various sources, enhancing accuracy of documentation.
- Engaged in gathering valuable insights from French musicological journal spanning years 1918 to 1935.
- Prepared detailed reports summarising research findings to facilitate decision-making.
Music Instructor
Music School la Chasse Galerie
Montreal, Canada
2023.01 - 2025.01
- Trained and mentored 30+ students in drum performance, enhancing their confidence, timing, and musical independence through practice with instrumental backing tracks.
- Organised and staged annual end-of-year concerts, coordinating rehearsals and performance preparation for 20+ student performers.
- Developed students’ understanding of music theory and its practical application through structured lessons, improving their rhythmic accuracy, musical expression, and performance skills.
- Conducted masterclasses to enhance performance abilities of students.
- Prepared students for grade examinations, ensuring high pass rates.
Music Teacher
Music school Takasim
Tunis, Tunisia
2018.01 - 2022.01
- Taught music theory and ear training to 40+ students, helping them develop strong foundational knowledge in rhythm, notation, harmony, and musical concepts for further progression.
- Designed and delivered personalised lesson plans for students of different skill levels, selecting appropriate repertoire and exercises to improve engagement, motivation, and technical development.
- Evaluated 50+ student assessments to monitor progress and provide constructive feedback while teaching piano techniques, rhythm variations, and musical expression.
- Prepared students for practical performances and examinations, supporting their confidence, musical independence, and overall artistic growth.
- Managed classroom effectively to maintain focus on lessons whilst ensuring student safety and wellbeing.
- Collaborated with parents during parent-teacher meetings discussing progress reports thereby setting new goals for individual learners.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate music into other subjects, enriching overall learning experience.
- Explored varied musical styles in lessons broadening student appreciation of diverse cultures and traditions.
Education
Master's Degree - Music and Musicology
University of Montreal
Canada 2023.01 - 2025.01
Master's Degree - Musical interpretation
Higher Institute of Music
Tunis 2021.09 - 2023.12
Bachelor's degree - Music and Musicology
Higher Institute of Music
Tunis 2018.09 - 2021.12
Skills
- Drumming performance
- Drumming techniques
- Jazz music theory
- Music education
- Curriculum development
- Observational techniques
- Decision-making processes
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration techniques
- Multi-tasking abilities
Language
Arabic
Native
English
Advanced
French
Advanced
Accomplishments
- Performed professionally at concerts, festivals, and private events across Tunisia, Canada, and the United Arab Emirates (2018–Present)
- Class Valedictorian (Master's Degree) – Ranked 1st in the Master's graduating class (2024)
Certification
Master’s Degree officially recognized by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education
Trinity College London – Drum Performance Certificate (Grade 8)
Timeline
Music Instructor
Music School Melodica
2024.01 - 2026.01
Master's Degree - Music and Musicology
University of Montreal
2023.01 - 2025.01
Research Assistant
University of Montreal
2023.01 - 2025.01
Music Instructor
Music School la Chasse Galerie
2023.01 - 2025.01
Master's Degree - Musical interpretation
Higher Institute of Music
2021.09 - 2023.12
Bachelor's degree - Music and Musicology
Higher Institute of Music
2018.09 - 2021.12
Music Teacher
Music school Takasim
2018.01 - 2022.01