JOHNS ISLAND, SC, January 20, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Cody Keener has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. Keener is an accomplished orchestra director at West Ashley High School in Charleston, South Carolina, where he has been shaping young musicians since 2023. In his role, he teaches students the intricacies of various instruments and offers guitar classes for both beginners and advanced students. He works with students at different skill levels, bridging the gap between novices and those with years of experience. His dedication to fostering a passion for music among his students is evident in his efforts to help them excel in ensemble settings. Additionally, he teaches piano classes during school days, further enriching the musical education of his students.
Before joining West Ashley High School, Mr. Keener served as the director of bands at Murphy High School and Middle School in Cherokee County Schools, North Carolina, from 2022 to 2023. During this time, he led his marching band to an adjudicated performance where they received an excellent rating, a testament to his ability to motivate and develop students' passion for music. Prior to this role, he spent 11 years as an assistant band director, honing his skills in music education and leadership.
In addition to his educational roles, Mr. Keener is the owner of a music company and works as campground staff at the KOA in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. His involvement with the South Carolina Music Educators Association underscores his commitment to the field of music education. His expertise in motivating and developing students' passion for music has been recognized through various awards, including excellent performance ratings at both West Ashley High School and Murphy High School and Middle School.
Mr. Keener's academic background includes a Bachelor of Music and a Bachelor of Science in music education from Western Carolina University, both earned in 2022. Coming from a family with a rich musical history, he taught himself how to play piano at age 7 and continued learning other instruments throughout school, eventually leading the high school marching band as the drum major for two years. He attributes his success to the unwavering support of his band director, parents and support system.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Mr. Keener is actively involved in civic-minded organizations such as Care Camps at KOA, where he volunteers as campground staff. His creative projects include assistant band director roles for marching band performances at prestigious events like the Gator Bowl and Allstate Sugar Bowl. Notably, the band program he worked with was awarded the grand champion title at Jackson Square during the Allstate Sugar Bowl in 2020.
In his personal life, Mr. Keener enjoys writing music for movies and video games. He envisions expanding his career beyond composing to directing films and establishing a multimedia conglomerate involved in producing music, movies and television shows as well as publishing books and music. Additionally, he plans to own a 4D theater to offer unique experiences to audiences. These aspirations reflect his ambition to leave a lasting impact on the entertainment industry while continuing to inspire future generations through music education.
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