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About Me

My name is Methuselah Emerald Dixon Jr., but many people know me as Emerald or simply Methus. I’m a rising senior at East Mecklenburg High School in Charlotte, North Carolina. I’m passionate about music, leadership, and living a life that blends excellence, creativity, and faith.

As an honor student with a GPA of 3.4, I am enrolled in  honors-level courses. My favorite subjects include History, Orchestra, and Math; especially the challenge of equations.

I am deeply involved in music as an upright bassist with both my school orchestra and the Jazz Arts Charlotte Youth Ensemble. I play bass, drums, and piano. I started playing drums in church at the age of eight, was introduced to the bass in sixth grade, and taught myself piano, which I now also play for church services.

Outside of music, I participate in athletics including Track & Field and Cross Country, and I have played recreational and AAU basketball for several years. I also worked as a classroom assistant at Kumon Learning Center, where I helped to maintain a supportive and productive environment for young learners.

My future goals include studying jazz performance and audio engineering. I am currently teaching myself digital audio workstations (DAWs) to better understand music production. More than anything, I want to use my gifts to uplift, serve, and inspire others through creativity and character.

Sphere on Spiral Stairs

Guided by Purpose

Leadership

Methus shows leadership by action. Whether he's delivering care packages to the homeless or supporting youth events at church, he serves consistently, faithfully, and humbly.

Music

From upright bass to piano and drums, Methus plays with purpose. His musicality is not just skill — it’s worship, collaboration, and expression grounded in discipline and heart.

Excellence

As a student-athlete in cross country, track, and basketball, Methus embraces physical and mental challenges. He values endurance, focus, and teamwork — on the course and beyond.

Character

Known for being coachable, reliable, and grounded, Methus leads by example. He takes pride in doing the little things right and being someone others can trust.

What Others Say

"Emerald is a highly driven and dynamic individual whose creativity and infectious personality makes him stand out in any setting.  Exceptionally well-educated and athletically gifted, he exemplifies a well-rounded and grounded professional who thrives in diverse environments.  He embraces new challenges and enthusiasm and consistently surpasses expectations, demonstrating a strong track record of excellence and achievement." 

Francene Woods

Creative Direction

Methus is not just preparing for college; he’s building a life of impact. As an emerging musician and aspiring audio engineer, he’s taking creative initiative into his own hands.

From learning to navigate Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) to producing beats and composing original music, Methus is exploring the intersection of sound, storytelling, and soul. His creativity is driven by curiosity, discipline, and a desire to bring beauty, order, and purpose into the world through music and media.

Whether leading worship, contributing to collaborative projects, or developing his skills independently, Methus approaches every opportunity with vision and integrity. He’s committed to using his creative voice to inspire, encourage, and uplift.

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