Mike Scott

Mike Scott is a leader in the performing arts education community where he serves as the chief executive officer of Bluecoats, and as an executive advisor and member of the Board of Directors at Rhythm X, Inc.

Mike's work includes guiding the rapid expansion of the Rhythm X brand from a world-class percussion ensemble to a performing arts education non-profit spanning five ensembles and the international clinic series The X Academy. His work at the Bluecoats ranges from fundraising to brand expansion and program development.

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A leader in performing arts education.

Trusted by some of the finest music education nonprofits in the world, Mike is an effective executive with excellent strategic development & marketing skills, and an eye for the future of the music education.

Consultant

In demand as a consultant specializing in nonprofit development, lean management strategies, and marketing, Mike also works with freelance designers, educators, and nonprofit administrators on productivity, workflow, and even personal brand development.

"Mike’s knowledge of Evernote and other productivity apps showed me that my new business’ tools were already outdated. He helped me improve my workflow and keep myself more organized and productive."

- Chelsea Levine, Seavine

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Clinician, Speaker, Adjudicator

Mike is an experienced conductor, clinician, and speaker. He is a former band and orchestra director and has traveled as far as Lithuanian to adjudicate marching performances. Mike has spoken before fellow arts administrators on the topics of strategy and financial development.

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Blog

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Jan 20, 2016

Joining The Bluecoats Year Round

Jan 20, 2016

Today I'm excited to announce that I'll be joining The Bluecoats year round as the Business Development Manager? What does that mean?

First - it means I will work at two Ohio non-profit music organizations full time! I am continuing in my role as CEO of Rhythm X, Inc., a job I love dearly and will continue to work very hard at.

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Jan 20, 2016

Nov 4, 2015

This Superintendent Gets It

Nov 4, 2015

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Nov 4, 2015

Oct 13, 2015

Gasparrini and Scott of Bluecoats & Rhythm X To Judge DrumLine Battle Lithuania

Oct 13, 2015

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Oct 13, 2015

Apr 6, 2015

Marchingbuzz Interview

Apr 6, 2015

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Apr 6, 2015

Twitter

Bluecoats

RT @chicknung19: Hey @FloMarching I’m trying to prove a point. Should anyone and everyone audition for WGI or DCI? rt = yes like = no
about an hour ago
Bluecoats

Woah! Deep discounts AND 20% off when you spend $50? Now that's a sale! Use code "BLOOFALL" at checkout on qualifyi… https://t.co/x9KH3uZN2L
about 6 hours ago
Bluecoats

RT @kayleeknafelz: When band kids get together we just can't help ourselves... #Tilt2014 #Bloo - @Bluecoats @GameOps1197 @este___ https://t.co/3FGbvNi5d8
about a day ago

Instagram

I enjoyed @sleepnomorenyc so much, I brought the experience to dinner.

Conference call vibes #bloo19

Finally got to spend some time with beautiful little Leo. Can’t say enough about how proud I am of @t_gas and @sydneycrain. ❤️ #littlelionman🦁

Cruising over the Mall. ✈️🇺🇸😍

Jammin' with @shawnmendes, cup of @presscoffeebar, windows down, 77°. New preferred way to head back to @canton_bluecoats. 💙💙 #Bloo18

Top golf with the groom. #AlyAndAlex 🍾🥂🏌️🏽‍♂️

Did you really take a photograph of it can't be posted on Instagram?

So THIS guy - while he was the director and arranger of his high school percussion program, a battery coordinator at Bluecoats, a regular clinician at enRICHment of Stark County, and a forthcoming father - finished his college degree! What a dude. So proud of you, Tom! ❤️🎓🍾

Jammin' with @shawnmendes, cup of @presscoffeebar, windows down, 77°. New preferred way to head back to @canton_bluecoats. 💙💙 #Bloo18