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Bethany Ruisinger

Shawnee,KS

Summary

Classical soprano who has a passion to share beautiful music with others. Seeks performance opportunities that will allow for continued professional and musical development. Singer and Voice Instructor trained in classical and various other styles. Promotes safe and effective vocal techniques and artistic growth.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Worship Leader

The Ridge, A Community Church
03.2022 - Current
  • Held worship team accountable for facilitating God-inspired worship and continually encouraged, equipped and empowered volunteers.
  • Simplified song selection process, aligning it more closely with pastor's message themes, for more cohesive worship experience.
  • Maintained repository of music and resources, ensuring efficient preparation for services and events.
  • Created a welcoming environment for congregants through thoughtful stage design and visual elements in the worship space.
  • Balanced traditional and contemporary worship elements, catering to diverse musical tastes within congregation.
  • Recruited volunteers for choirs and worship teams.
  • Regular soloist for special church events.

Event Coordinator/Donor Care Associate

JESUS Film Harvest Partners
08.2024 - Current
  • Plan 6-8 Fundraising events per year.
  • Maintained accurate records of all event expenditures, ensuring budget compliance across multiple projects.
  • Established positive relationships with donors, ensuring their needs were met throughout the event planning process.
  • Conducted post-event analysis, identifying areas of improvement for future events.
  • Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
  • Developed creative marketing materials that generated interest and boosted event attendance.
  • Managed event logistics and operations.

Private Voice Teacher

Self-employeed
08.2010 - Current
  • Increased student performance levels by consistently monitoring progress and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
  • Advised musicians on proper care of their voice through diet choices, hydration habits, and restful sleep patterns to optimize vocal health over time.
  • Collaborated with other voice teachers to exchange best practices and improve overall teaching methodologies.
  • Improved communication skills between parents and the studio regarding scheduling changes or payment discussions to ensure smooth operations.

Voice Teacher

First Act Theater
08.2021 - 04.2025
  • Provided vocal coaching for theatre productions, enhancing performers'' abilities during rehearsals and performances alike.
  • Enhanced vocal techniques of students by implementing customized lesson plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Developed effective warm-up routines for students that emphasized proper breathing techniques, pitch accuracy, and vocal health maintenance practices.
  • Developed students'' understanding of music theory through engaging activities and discussions.

Education

MBA - Business Administration And Management

MidAmerica Nazarene University
Olathe
01-2019

Bachelor of Music - Vocal Performance

Simpson College
Indianola, IA
01-2008

Skills

  • Proficient sight-reader
  • Classical Training
  • Training in various styles
  • Administration
  • Planning

Choral Experience

Kansas City Symphony Chorus - Dir. Charles Bruffy | 2012-Present

The Ridge, A Community Church - Worship Leader | 2022-Present

Madrigalia Bar Nonne - Dir. Richard Gill | Soprano/Alto | 2012-Present

Timeline

Event Coordinator/Donor Care Associate

JESUS Film Harvest Partners
08.2024 - Current

Worship Leader

The Ridge, A Community Church
03.2022 - Current

Voice Teacher

First Act Theater
08.2021 - 04.2025

Private Voice Teacher

Self-employeed
08.2010 - Current

MBA - Business Administration And Management

MidAmerica Nazarene University

Bachelor of Music - Vocal Performance

Simpson College