Ben Sentmanat

Teacher - Cathedral High School - New York, NY

Develops and delivers engaging curricula across Music, Religion, and Art, fostering creative and critical thinking in a diverse student body
Mentors students as faculty mediator for the Music and WYA clubs, supporting extracurricular growth and leadership

Team Lead / Bartender - Olivier Cheng Catering and Events - New York, NY

(2021-06)

Executes high-profile luxury events for clients including Vogue, Hermes, and The White House, consistently delivering white-glove service
Leads and coordinates front-of-house teams, managing logistics and staff performance to ensure seamless event execution

Composer and Producer - Freelance Composer / Producer - New York, NY

(2020-12)

Creates original promotional compositions for global fashion brands including Armani, Versace, and Kate Spade, aligning sound with brand identity
Awarded Best Music Score at the Oniros and New York Short Film Festivals for the original score of Henry Needs A Cat

Pianist / Organist - Church Musician - New York, NY

(2022-03)

Provides professional liturgical accompaniment at three East Village parishes, supporting weekly masses with piano and organ performance

Piano and Violin Teacher - Leavenworth Music Academy - Leavenworth, KS / New York, NY

(2020-08 - 2022-05)

Designed and taught individualized piano and violin lessons in-person and virtually, integrating music theory to strengthen foundational musicianship

Violinist / Pianist - Gigging Musician - Houston, TX

(2017-11 - 2020-05)

Performed violin and piano professionally across weddings, private events, and memorial services, adapting repertoire across classical, contemporary, and popular genres

Piano and Violin Instructor - Private Teacher - Houston, TX

(2015-01 - 2016-08)

Built and managed an independent private studio, cultivating a roster of students through personalized instruction in piano and violin

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