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Carlos Esquilin

Cape Coral,FL

Summary


Carlos Esquilin is a skilled Tenor with a passion for music that has led to many solo and ensemble performances. With a versatile voice capable of interpreting various genres, including classical, opera, and contemporary, Carlos successfully performs all over southwest Florida. Carlos's training and formal education in FGCU's Bower School of Music and many vocal performances have honed Carlos' technical prowess and deep musical understanding. With an unwavering commitment to musical excellence, Carlos Esquilin continues to evolve as a musician, leaving a profound impact on those around him.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Cantor

St. John The Evangelist Church
05.2023 - Current

Church cantor position singing contemporary christian repertoire.

  • Applied knowledge of harmony, melody, rhythm and voice production to individualize presentations and maintain audience interest.
  • Studied scores at length to learn music in detail and develop suitable interpretations.
  • Achieved desired tonal and harmonic balance by communicating clearly with musicians.
  • Interpreted and modified music to personalize performances.
  • Used printed text and musical notations to memorize musical selections and routines.
  • Practiced singing exercises and studied with vocal coaches to develop voice and rehearse for upcoming roles.
  • Provided musical background for live shows such as operas and choral concerts.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Chamber Choir Memeber

Dr. Trent Brown
08.2020 - Current

University Auditioned chorus member.

  • Observed choral leaders or prompters for cues or directions in vocal presentations.
  • Practiced singing exercises and studied with vocal coaches to develop voice and rehearse for upcoming roles.
  • Achieved desired tonal and harmonic balance by communicating clearly with musicians.
  • Used printed text and musical notations to memorize musical selections and routines.


Lead Role in "Iolanthe"

Opera Naples
06.2023 - 06.2023

Principal role in Gilbert and Sullivan's "Iolanthe"


  • Sang and danced with creative ensembles and troupes for dramatic and comedic performances.
  • Practiced singing exercises and studied with vocal coaches to develop voice and rehearse for upcoming roles.
  • Interpreted different music by making use of voice production, harmony, rhythm and melody to present characterization.

Lead Role in "The Magic Flute"

Dr. Jeanie Darnell
02.2023 - 03.2023

Played Tamino in Mozart's "The Magic Flute".


  • Trained and prepared voice, using various melodies and ranges such as soprano, tenor, alto and bass.
  • Practiced singing exercises and studied with vocal coaches to develop voice and rehearse for upcoming roles.
  • Interpreted different music by making use of voice production, harmony, rhythm and melody to present characterization.
  • Applied knowledge of harmony, melody, rhythm and voice production to individualize presentations and maintain audience interest.
  • Used printed text and musical notations to memorize musical selections and routines.

Tenor Section Leader

Artis—Naples
04.2023 - 05.2023

Tenor Section Leader in the Naples Philharmonic Chorus.

  • Applied knowledge of harmony, melody, rhythm and voice production to individualize presentations and maintain audience interest.
  • Studied scores at length to learn music in detail and develop suitable interpretations.
  • Achieved desired tonal and harmonic balance by communicating clearly with musicians.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Core Singer

Choral Artistry
08.2021 - 05.2022

Auditioned chorus section leader.

  • Observed choral leaders or prompters for cues or directions in vocal presentations.
  • Applied knowledge of harmony, melody, rhythm and voice production to individualize presentations and maintain audience interest.
  • Used printed text and musical notations to memorize musical selections and routines.
  • Achieved desired tonal and harmonic balance by communicating clearly with musicians.
  • Studied scores at length to learn music in detail and develop suitable interpretations.


Customer Service Associate

Home Depot
12.2021 - 12.2022
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.

Education

Bachelor of Music Education - Choral Conducting, Opera

Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers, FL
04.2025

Skills

  • Strong Improvising Ability
  • Critical Thinking
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Group Collaborations
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Solo Performances
  • Special Performances
  • Performed with Symphonic Orchestras
  • Studio Recordings

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Lead Role in "Iolanthe"

Opera Naples
06.2023 - 06.2023

Cantor

St. John The Evangelist Church
05.2023 - Current

Tenor Section Leader

Artis—Naples
04.2023 - 05.2023

Lead Role in "The Magic Flute"

Dr. Jeanie Darnell
02.2023 - 03.2023

Customer Service Associate

Home Depot
12.2021 - 12.2022

Core Singer

Choral Artistry
08.2021 - 05.2022

Chamber Choir Memeber

Dr. Trent Brown
08.2020 - Current

Bachelor of Music Education - Choral Conducting, Opera

Florida Gulf Coast University
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