About
Hi, I'm Justin Dorsey, a musician, educator, and arts nonprofit professional based in Red Wing, MN.
As an artist first and foremost, I bring a wealth of experience in double bass and electric bass performance, recording, and instruction across all genres of music. I also bring over a decade of experience as a kitchen professional and hands-on experience in creative direction, events management, and grantwriting & prospect research.
Roles
Programs & Partnership Manager, Red Wing Arts (Red Wing, MN; 2026-present)
Director of Development, The State Theatre (State College, PA; 2023-2026)
Assistant Director, 3 Dots Downtown (State College, PA; 2022-2023)
Education
MM Performance - Double Bass, Mary Pappert School of Music, Duquesne University (2017)
Professional Performance Certificate - Double Bass, Penn State University (2015)
BM Performance - Double Bass, Penn State University (2014)
Teaching
Double bass, electric bass, and guitar
Universal Music, Red Wing, MN (2026-present)
Robert M. Sides, State College, PA (2024-2026)
Juniata College, Huntingdon, PA (2017-2026)
Independent Instructor (ongoing)
Professional Performance Experience
Founding Member, Open Music
Section Bass, Williamsport Symphony Orchestra (2012-2026)
Principal Bass, Pennsylvania Chamber Orchestra (2014-2023)
And more!
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