Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Accomplishments
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Deborah Berioli

Deborah Berioli

707 W. 25th Street, Minneapolis,MN

Summary

Professional musician bringing wealth of experience in church music. Flexible and reliable, adept at adapting to changing needs. Proficient in instrument mastery and choral conducting, valued for outstanding artistry and collaboration.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Music

The Church of St. George
01.2025 - Current
  • Choose appropriate hymns for weekly Masses in accordance with liturgical seasons and themes. Train and rehearse cantors for weekly Saturday Masses while accompanying on piano, singing and harmonizing with them. Conduct Adult Choir for Sunday morning Masses.
  • Conduct weekly rehearsals for our Adult Choir and bi-weekly rehearsals for our Youth Choir.
  • Offer weekly music classes for Faith Formation, inviting the youth to engage musically through singing, playing percussion and offering opportunities for instrumentalists to offer their gifts and participate in worship.
  • Coordinate music schedules for worship services to ensure seamless integration of musical elements.
  • Create, teach and produce annual "Festival of Music" event to bolster the communities spirit and engage with the spirit of music ministry outside of weekly Mass.
  • Plan and execute our Choir of St. George float for the annual Corn Days Festival.
  • Collaborate with diverse musical groups to enhance community engagement and participation in church events.
  • Develop and implement music programs that foster spiritual growth and connection among congregation members.
  • Mentor volunteer musicians, providing guidance and support to improve performance quality and confidence.
  • Evaluate music selections for alignment with service themes, enhancing the overall worship experience for attendees.
  • Facilitate workshops and training sessions for musicians, promoting skill development and teamwork within the group.

Liturgical Musician

Ss Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church
10.2023 - Current
  • Plan music for weekly masses
  • Lead congregation in music for weekly masses serving as piano accompanist and cantor
  • Meet with Pastors and worship committee members to plan for liturgical seasons
  • Collaborate in offering music for bilingual masses.

Chiropractic Assistant

Atlas Chiropractic
05.2023 - Current
  • Promote a welcoming atmosphere by greeting patients warmly upon arrival and addressing their concerns promptly
  • Maintain patient's schedules according to care plans as recommended by doctors
  • Support doctors in day to day practice and enforce clinic policies
  • Enhance patient satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly assistance at the front desk
  • Answer phones to respond to customer questions, provide information and schedule appointments
  • Develop strong rapport with patients leading to high levels of trust and satisfaction, fostering long-term relationships
  • Prepare examination rooms with necessary equipment, promoting efficient appointment flow while prioritizing sanitation protocols
  • Educate patients on chiropractic care benefits, resulting in increased referrals and new client acquisition
  • Input patient data into computer system using and check information for accuracy
  • Maintain strict adherence to HIPAA regulations, protecting sensitive patient information and upholding confidentiality standards

Director of Music

Unitarian Universalist Church of Boulder
01.2014 - 05.2023
  • Collaborated with the minister and worship leaders in the creation of worship services that engage, inspire, uplift and deepen the worship experience for congregation and guests
  • Lead 9 AM Wellspring Service in Community Style Singing
  • Engaged with and invited the congregation into uplifting and meaningful worship experiences
  • Collaborated with Director of Religious Education in creating intergenerational services
  • Created google slides for music selections for worship services and worked with AV team to coordinate technical needs for in-person and online participants
  • Managed annual music budget and maintenance of historic Steinway piano and instruments
  • Organized seasonal programming schedules that catered to varied audiences preferences while considering performers availability
  • Selected and arranged music for holiday services and special events
  • Planned and scheduled rehearsals and performances and arranged details such as locations, accompanists and instrumentalists
  • Developed and maintained relationships with artists, producers and other music professionals
  • Developed musicians skills through focused rehearsals, ensuring high-quality performances
  • Built strong relationships within the community by organizing outreach programs and educational workshops

Director of Voice and Theater Programs

Evergreen Conservatory Of Music
07.2018 - 05.2023
  • Individual vocal instruction for students ranging in ages from 7 to 18, utilized "The Full Voice" course for beginning students in individual and group settings
  • Teach individual piano lessons, beginner to intermediate
  • Teach and coach musical style in Italian, French, German and English art song tradition
  • Collaborate with area professionals to engage in performance culture and opportunities for students
  • Direct small ensembles
  • Accompany students in recitals and help prepare auditions
  • Dedication to each student to help them find their passion for music and expression

Director of Music/Vocal Instructor

Actors Academy for Performing Arts
09.2014 - 08.2019
  • Inspire and instill a sense of love for the art form and artistic process
  • Teach and prepare music for musical productions, ages 8 to 16 and accompany performances on piano
  • Teach vocal technique, posture, breathing
  • Arrange parts - vocals and instrumental
  • Promote understanding of musical and performance terms
  • Uphold curriculum created by artistic director
  • Work collaboratively with stage director and choreographer

Director of Music

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Venice
07.2003 - 12.2013
  • Responsible for all aspects of music in worship from planning to performing for weekly services utilizing resources and talents of members to enhance overall worship experience working with various styles and genres of music
  • Served as accompanist (piano or organ) and song leader
  • Developed youth participation through songs and children's hand bells
  • Collaborated with local musicians and church members to enhance worship services and special programs
  • Promoted community awareness through distinguished performing arts series

Founder and Director

Venice Performing Arts Series
01.2007 - 01.2013
  • Produced four original concerts per season utilizing national and local talents including Menotti's 'Amahl and the Night Visitors' at several local venues including The Historic Asolo Theater in Sarasota, FL
  • Developed a mentoring program to offer young artists the opportunity to perform with established professionals including members of the Sarasota Orchestra
  • Established partnerships with local schools, providing performance opportunities for young musicians in the community
  • Mentored up-and-coming musicians through private lessons, fostering their growth as artists and performers
  • Cultivated a positive working environment within ensembles by promoting open communication amongst all members
  • Networked with industry professionals at conferences and events, establishing valuable connections for future collaborations
  • Managed budgets and resources effectively, enabling the successful production of numerous musical events
  • Selected appropriate repertoire for ensembles, considering the skill level of musicians and the overall vision for performances
  • Designed and managed company website and all aspects of PR including creating programs, brochures and press releases

Musical Director

Suncoast Chorale
07.2003 - 05.2004
  • Served as interim conductor for local chorale comprised of approximately 70 members
  • Responsible for programming three annual concerts
  • Recognized locally for great musical contributions to the community.
  • Developed innovative show concepts for productions, resulting in increased audience engagement and ticket sales
  • Analyzed audience feedback after each performance or event to make necessary adjustments that would lead to improved experiences

Organist/Cantor

St. Cecelia's RC Church
09.1999 - 12.2000
  • Served as organist and cantor for all weekly and holiday masses on Schantz pipe organ
  • Served as organist and cantor for funeral and wedding masses.

Director of Music

Our Lady Queen of Peace RC Church
07.1994 - 05.1998
  • Collaborate with Pastor to provide music for weekly, holiday and special services
  • Accompany mass on both piano and organ while leading congregation in song
  • Direct choir, rehearse weekly, recruit new members
  • Train and coach cantors
  • Collaborate with musically talented individuals within the church membership.
  • Built strong relationships within the community by organizing outreach programs and educational workshops
  • Fostered a positive rehearsal environment, promoting open communication and constructive feedback among musicians

Cantor, Assistant Director of Music

St. Patrick's RC Church
01.1985 - 01.1993
  • Served as head cantor for all masses including holy days and holidays
  • Recruited and trained substitute cantors
  • Directed adult choir
  • Served as substitute organist - accompanied masses on both piano and organ while leading congregation in song.

Professional Soprano

Self
01.1995 - 01.2022

Major Operatic Achievements:

  • Resident Artist - Minnesota Opera 1997-1998
  • Soloist - Minnesota Orchestra - 1998
  • Soloist - Mozart Requiem, Carnegie Hall - 2001
  • Soloist - Faure Requiem, Carnegie Hall -2001
  • Studio Artist - Sarasota Opera - 2001
  • Soloist - Poulenc Gloria, Carnegie Hall - 2002
  • Resident Artist/House Soprano - Opera San Jose - 2003 - 2008

Leading soprano roles including Mozart's Le Nozze di Figaro (Countess), Puccini's Tosca (Tosca), Puccini's Madama Butterfly (Madama Butterfly), Verdi's A Masked Ball (Amelia), Mozart's Don Giovanni (Donna Anna)

  • Soloist - Beethoven's 9th Symphony - Santa Cruz Symphony 2003
  • Soloist - Mozart Mass in C - MidSummer Mozart Festival 2005
  • Soloist - Mozart Requiem - Symphony of Silicon Valley - 2006

Other companies and affiliations: Sarasota Orchestra, Venice Symphony, Redwood Symphony, Gulf Coast Symphony, Opera Naples, Opera Florham, Artist Series of Sarasota

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Voice Major, Organ Minor

Westminster Choir College
Princeton, NJ

Bachelor of Arts - Literature, Independent Studies

Centenary College
Hackettstown, NJ
05.1998

Professional Diploma - Breathing Sciences, Certified Specialist Orofacial Myology - Anatomy, Physiology, Breathing Sciences

Graduate School of Breathing Sciences
07.2020

Skills

    Creative, Engaging Leader

    Vocal and Piano Proficiency

    Collaborative Professional

    Confirmed Catholic

Certification

  • Certified Community Song Leader, Lisa G. Littlebird, 2/2020
  • Certified Buteyko Breathing Instructor, Buteyko Clinic International, 10/2020
  • Oxygen Advantage Advanced Instructor, The Oxygen Advantage, 5/2022
  • The Sound Of Healing, Native American Drumming, Dr. Ezzat Moghazy, 8/2022
  • Myofascial Release and Kinesiology Taping, Dr. Ezzat Moghazy, 10/2022

References

  • Dr. Hsia-Jung Chang, Doctor of Music, Pianist, Composer, Church Musician, 917-915-6803
  • Daria Dragan, Lead Cantor, St. Augustine of Canterbury, 908-392-5380
  • Michael Holmes, Director of Music, Arts at Cedar Lane UU Church, 517-277-6994

Accomplishments

Critically acclaimed operatic soprano, symphonic soloist and recitalist from 1998 to 2015. Performed leading operatic roles such as the title roles of Puccini's "Madama Butterfly" and "Tosca", The Countess Almaviva in Mozart's "Le Nozze di Figaro", Amelia in Verdi's "Un Ballo in Maschera". Soprano soloist for nation wide symphonies from Carnegie Hall to San Francisco to Florida, including Mozart's "Requiem", Faure's "Requiem", Beethoven's 9th Symphony, Mahlers "Resurrection Symphony", Mozart's "Great Mass in C", pops concerts and more. Developed performance platforms to offer opportunities for young artists to grow and hone their skills alongside established professionals.

Timeline

Director of Music

The Church of St. George
01.2025 - Current

Liturgical Musician

Ss Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church
10.2023 - Current

Chiropractic Assistant

Atlas Chiropractic
05.2023 - Current

Director of Voice and Theater Programs

Evergreen Conservatory Of Music
07.2018 - 05.2023

Director of Music/Vocal Instructor

Actors Academy for Performing Arts
09.2014 - 08.2019

Director of Music

Unitarian Universalist Church of Boulder
01.2014 - 05.2023

Founder and Director

Venice Performing Arts Series
01.2007 - 01.2013

Musical Director

Suncoast Chorale
07.2003 - 05.2004

Director of Music

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Venice
07.2003 - 12.2013

Organist/Cantor

St. Cecelia's RC Church
09.1999 - 12.2000

Professional Soprano

Self
01.1995 - 01.2022

Director of Music

Our Lady Queen of Peace RC Church
07.1994 - 05.1998

Cantor, Assistant Director of Music

St. Patrick's RC Church
01.1985 - 01.1993

Some College (No Degree) - Voice Major, Organ Minor

Westminster Choir College

Bachelor of Arts - Literature, Independent Studies

Centenary College

Professional Diploma - Breathing Sciences, Certified Specialist Orofacial Myology - Anatomy, Physiology, Breathing Sciences

Graduate School of Breathing Sciences
Deborah Berioli