References

Rev. Dr. John Tittle
Pastor, Head of Staff
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

jtittle@sapctucson.org

Recommendation from agohq.org:
…I was William (Clay) Whittington’s supervisor when I was pastor and head of staff at Immanuel Presbyterian Church, Tucson. I enthusiastically commend Mr. Whittington. He leads two worship services at Immanuel (traditional and alternative) with his voice, piano, organ, keyboards, bass guitar, and guitar. He directs the choir, bell choir, and has assembled a band. Not only is William an excellent musician, but he draws from a wide array of musical genres and is a gifted teacher, incorporating technique, theory, and humor that puts others at ease in the learning process. He is gifted in his ability to cultivate community so that the musical groups he leads work well together relationally. Mr. Whittington notices the strengths and growth areas of individual singers, and he adapts accordingly to bring out their best and minimize their weaknesses. He carefully chooses musical pieces that stretch the choir while being properly matched to their skill levels and number of members. He intuitively loves music, but he also has an insatiable curiosity about the “why” and “how” behind it. I have enjoyed bulletin inserts that he has crafted to give interesting historical background on the musical pieces featured that Sunday. Clay is passionate about music and helping others grow in their ability to sing, play, and enjoy music. I have been particularly impressed with the way that he is always ready to help those around him. He exhibited strong leadership skills in a time of transition in the life of our congregation. I have absolutely no reservations in terms of his vocational success. I hold him in the highest regard and he will be an excellent and appreciated asset wherever he serves.

Josh Lamoreaux
Musical Director
The Gaslight Theatre

jdlamoreaux@gmail.com
520-360-1980‬

Dr. Elizabeth Schauer
Director, Choral Activities
University of Arizona

erschaue@arizona.edu
520-626-8936

Recommendation from agohq.org:
“I am pleased to share this recommendation for Clay Whittington. I have known him for the two years that he has been in the graduate choral conducting program as a master’s student at the University of Arizona, where I serve as Director of Choral Activities. Clay is passionate about music and his faith, and he has been disciplined, intentional and determined in his work for his degree. He has grown in his understanding of music on a variety of levels – in his knowledge of literature, in his analytical skills, in his gesture, in his rehearsal procedure and effectiveness, in his expressiveness, and in his grasp of the appropriate style of performance for a range of genres. He has provided effective, responsible and dedicated leadership in his professional positions. I know the people at his church and at the Gaslight Theatre have been very happy with his professional work, and I have as well. His assistance with organizational and technological things has been invaluable. He is thoughtful, reflective, kind and generous, and I give him my enthusiastic recommendation.

Dr. Pamela Decker
Professor, Music
University of Arizona

pdecker@arizona.edu
520-621-1389
520-204-5691

Dr. M. Nicole Davis
Assistant Professor, Music
University of Arizona

davismn@arizona.edu
520-369-2594

Recommendation from agohq.org:
Clay is an exceptional musician and person. He works hard, is dedicated to growth, and is a wonderful colleague to his peers. I am confident that he will be a productive and delightful member of your organization. If you need any more information, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

Jonathan Sitton
Friend, 10+ years

sittonjonathan@gmail.com
252-414-9216

Brian Paradis
Actor
The Gaslight Theatre
Friend, 2 years

mrbparadis@gmail.com
‭520-904-2498‬