Emmanuil Skirda
Spokane,WA
Summary
I have been a concertmaster in two separate church symphony orchestras for the past 7 years. In that time I had opportunities to participate in leading sectionals and orchestra rehearsals, giving feedback to musicians about techniques and phrasing, writing bowings for the string sections, playing and singing solos with the orchestra, and collaborating with the Conductor in choosing appropriate repertoire for the orchestra's abilities. I also had an opportunity to conduct a choir for an event in church in 2019. In 2023 I was offered to be the second conductor in the LOTG Symphony Orchestra and in 2024 I was also offered to be one of the conductors of a newly formed LOTG Men's Choir.
Disclaimer: I have been self-taught in violin playing until winter quarter of 2022 when I began my lessons with Amanda Howard-Phillips at EWU. I also have not studied conducting under anyone, but rather learned from research and observation of various conductors throughout my experience playing in various orchestras and events. All work history mentioned later is unpaid and voluntary, same applies to the musicians in mentioned orchestras. Going off of this, I would love to participate in the Conducting Workshop with the SSO to expand my knowledge and experience, and pass it on to the musicians and orchestra that I am working with.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Second Conductor & Concertmaster
Light of the Gospel Church
09.2022 - Current
- Led sectionals, focusing on addressing technical challenges and refining artistic expression among musicians.
- Supported the conductor in administrative tasks such as budget management, program planning, stage management, and etc.
- Provided constructive feedback to musicians during rehearsals, elevating individual technique and overall ensemble sound.
- Participated in many music camps and conferences between our sisterly churches as a violinist and soloist. The last couple years I have been unofficially promoted to a "Master" in previously stated camps and conferences to assist in leading sectionals, masterclasses, writing bowings, and learning pieces with the orchestra in the absence of the conductor.
- Two months ago I forfeited my position as concertmaster to switch to principle violist to assist the viola section in the pieces I am not conducting.
- Currently leading studio lessons with the string orchestra, advancing their playing skills, focusing on sound and technique, and teaching music theory.
Concertmaster
Spokane Baptist Church On The Hill
09.2017 - 04.2023
- Performed a few solos with the orchestra.
- Occasionally led sectionals, focusing on addressing technical challenges and refining artistic expression among musicians.
- Provided constructive feedback to musicians during rehearsals, elevating individual technique and overall ensemble sound.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA12-2025
High School Diploma -
Mead High School
Spokane, WA06-2021
Skills
- Orchestral conducting
- Choral conducting
- Program planning
- Repertoire selection
- Ensemble management
- Rehearsal techniques
Accomplishments
- Conducted the LOTG Symphony on 11/03/2024
- Conducted and soloed vocally with the LOTG Symphony on 06/08/2024
- Conducted the LOTG Symphony on 03/31/2024
- Conducted and soloed vocally with the LOTG Symphony on 12/24/2023
Languages
English
Professional Working
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Second Conductor & Concertmaster
Light of the Gospel Church
09.2022 - Current
Concertmaster
Spokane Baptist Church On The Hill
09.2017 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Eastern Washington University
High School Diploma -
Mead High School
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