Education
Master of Music in Performance, 2001
Shenandoah University, Winchester, VA
Bachelor of Music in Performance, 1999
Shenandoah University, Winchester, VA
Additional Training
Summer Training Program, 2007
International Lyric Academy, Rome, Italy
Principal Teachers
Patricia Miller: George Mason University
Jason Stearns: Metropolitan Opera
Bard Suverkrop: Shenandoah University
Janette Ogg: Shenandoah University
Academic Awards and Honors
1999 - Cecilia Award for Vocal Excellence, Shenandoah University
Vocal Teaching Experience
2006–Present - Singer and Music Teacher, Outreach Chorus "Singing A – Z", Washington, DC
Betty Buchanan, Music Director - Bass section leader and music teacher for non-profit outreach chorus. Bringing music to public schools in Northeast and Southeast Washington, DC, including Anacostia. Teaching basic elements of music to at-risk children who have limited access to music education and performance, culminating in an interactive concert in selected schools during the spring.
2003–Present - Private Voice Lessons
MISSION: Helping a student to discover his or her natural voice through positive reinforcement, healthy vocalise exercises, and sensitivity to the unique qualities and characteristics of each individual voice. Developing positive vocal health habits by focusing on a holistic life approach to singing, and placing strong emphasis on the mind/body connection to singing. Specialties include working with students who have self-confidence issues, especially regarding voice changes during teenage years, shyness, and stage fright.
Performance Experience
Operatic Roles
2007 - Saint Peter, Too Many Sopranos
George Mason University, Fairfax, VA 2007
2007 - Warder, The Dark Lady of the Sonnets (World Premier)
George Mason University, Fairfax, VA
2005 - Peter, Hansel and Gretel
Bel Cantanti Opera, Washington, DC
2005 - Fiorello, Il Barbiere di Siviglia
Bel Cantanti Opera, Washington, DC
2004 - King Melchior, Amahl and the Night Visitors
Bel Cantanti Opera, Washington, DC
2004 - Count Ceprano, Rigoletto
Bel Cantanti Opera, Washington, DC
2003 - King Melchior, Amahl and the Night Visitors
Bel Cantanti Opera, Washington, DC
2003 - Shaunard, La Bohème
Bel Cantanti Opera, Washington, DC
Opera Chorus
2010 - Porgy & Bess
Washington National Opera, Washington, DC
Press Link: Noted in Examiner.com Washington DC
Press Link: NPR
Press Link: Washington Times
Press Link: Washington Examiner
2009 - Il Barbiere di Siviglia
Washington National Opera, Washington, DC
2009 - Turandot
Washington National Opera, Washington, DC
Press Link: Washington Post
2008 - Carmen
Washington National Opera, Washington, DC
Press Link: Washington Examiner
Recitals and Events
2010 - Drew Nussbaum Gallery Opening
Newseum, Washington, DC
Press Link: http://snarkinfested.com/2010/07/16/dc-premiere-of-drew-nussbaum/
Photo Link: http://snarkinfested.files.wordpress.com/2010/07/opera-singer-98.jpg
Church Music Experience
2008–Present - St John's Lafayette Square - Washington, DC, Music Director: Benjamin Hutto
St. John's Choir, Bass
St. John's Parish Choir, Bass Section Leader
Bass section of exclusive St. John's Choir of twelve professionals. Bass Section Leader of St. John's Parish Choir, providing leadership, support, and encouragement to members of the volunteer choir.
2008–2009 - Church of the Redeemer - Baltimore, MD, Music Director: Henry Lowe, Robert Chrystal
Cantor, Holy Week, “The Great Vigil of Easter”
2007–2008 - St. Albans Episcopal Church - Washington, DC, Music Director: Sonya Sutton
The Alban Singers, Bass
Salisbury Choir, Bass Section Leader
Bass section of The Alban Singers choir of professionals. Bass Section Leader of Salisbury Choir, providing leadership, support, and encouragement to members of the volunteer choir.
2006–2007 - Washington National Cathedral - Washington, DC, Music Director: Michael McCarthy
Choir of Men and Boys
2006–2007 - Washington National Cathedral - Washington, DC, Music Director: Scott Hanoian
Cathedral Voices Choir
Bass, Section Leader
Bass Section Leader of Cathedral Voices Choir, providing leadership, support, and encouragement to members of the volunteer choir.
1997–2006 - St. James' Episcopal Church - Leesburg, Virginia, Music Director: Stephen Cooksey
St. James' Choir
Bass, Section Leader
Bass Section Leader of St. James' Choir, providing leadership, support, and encouragement to members of the volunteer choir.
Master Classes
Carol Vaness
Ruth Drucker
Louise McClelland Urban
Coaches
Michael Crabill
Katerina Souverova
Janice Suverkrop
Conductors
Julius Rudel
John Mauceri
Kerri-Lynn Wilson
Michele Mariotti
J. Reilly Lewis
Other Skills
Authentic, idiomatic, nuanced diction proficiency in all major languages.
Music Theater
Acting
Dance/Movement
References
References available upon request.