Robert C. Bass

513-398-2798 ext. 30271 • bassb@mason.k12.oh.us

Robert C. Bass Jr. is a native of Greensburg, Ohio. He received his Bachelor degree in Music Education and Euphonium Performance from the University of Cincinnati, College Conservatory of Music in 1985. Robert Bass came to Mason High School in 1999 as Director of Bands. Prior to his appointment at Mason, Mr. Bass taught one year at Williamsburg High School (Williamsburg, OH), two years at Green Junior High School (Green, OH) and ten years at Fairborn High School (Fairborn, OH). Bands under Mr. Bass’ direction have performed at The Midwest International Band and Orchestra Clinic, O.M.E.A. State Conventions and Bands of America National Concert Band Festival as the first representative from the state of Ohio. They have consistently received superior ratings and have been awarded numerous honors in concert and marching events. Mr. Bass’ responsibilities include director of Wind Symphony, Concert Band White and Red, Marching Band, Pep Band, and musical director for Mason City Schools. In addition to his duties at Mason High School, Mr. Bass has been a guest conductor and clinician throughout the United States. He is a member of Music Educators National Conference, Ohio Music Education Association, and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia.

Micah Ewing

513-398-2798 ext. 30273 • ewingm@mason.k12.oh.us

A native of Louisville, Kentucky, Micah Ewing came to Mason High School in 2002. His responsibilities include conducting the Symphonic Band and Concert Band Green and Red, teaching brass and woodwind classes, and directing marching and pep bands. Prior to coming to Mason, Mr. Ewing served as Chair of the Music Department at the School for Creative and Performing Arts in Cincinnati, Ohio where he conducted the Wind Ensemble and Symphony Orchestra. Mr. Ewing received his Bachelor of Music degrees in Music Education and Horn Performance from Miami University and the Master of Music degree in Conducting from Northwestern University. His advocacy of new music has led him to perform and commission new works by living composers. Mr. Ewing is a Nationally Board Certified Teacher and holds memberships in Music Educators National Conference, Ohio Music Education Association, and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia.

Avious Jackson

513-398-2798 ext. 30272 • jacksonav@mason.k12.oh.us

Avious Jackson is a native of Riverside, Ohio.  In 2004, he received his bachelor’s degree in Music Education from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio.  Prior to joining the Mason staff in 2008, Mr. Jackson taught at Stebbins High School in the Mad River Local School District.  While there, he served as Chair of the district’s Music Department, while directing both bands and orchestras through many successful performances including consistent qualification for state level events.   Mr. Jackson is a member of Music Educators National Conference, Ohio Music Education Association, and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia.

Stephanie Jones

513-398-2798 ext. 46190 • joness@mason.k12.oh.us

A native of Cincinnati, Ohio, Stephanie Jones joined the Mason Music Staff in 2002 when she was hired to start the new string program for the Mason City Schools.Currently, Mrs. Jones is the director of the Mason High School Symphony Orchestra and Concert Orchestra and teaches 7th and 8th grade orchestra at Mason Middle School. Prior to coming to Mason, Mrs. Jones was the Strings Specialist for the West Clermont School District where she also started their string program. Mrs. Jones received her degrees of Bachelor of Music in Music Education and Cello Performance from Miami University. She is the Assistant Director of the Blue Ash Youth Symphony Orchestra and performs regularly as a cellist with the Hamilton-Fairfield Symphony Orchestra and other ensembles in the Cincinnati area. Mrs. Jones holds memberships in Music Educators National Conference, Ohio Music Education Association, American String Teachers Association, Delta Omicron and Phi Kappa Phi.

Brian Frey

513-398-2798 ext. 46280 • freybr@mason.k12.oh.us

Brian Frey came to Mason after earning his Bachelor of Music in Music Education from Miami University in 2005. He is co-director of the High School Chamber Strings and Concert Orchestra, and he teaches 7th and 8th grade orchestra. Mr. Frey is affiliated with the Music Educators National conference, Ohio Music Education Association, American String Teachers Association, and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia.