Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Studio Experience
Current Projects
Performance Experience
Languages
Teaching Philosophy
Timeline
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Gina Haley

Gina Haley

Allen,TX

Summary

Multifaceted music educator, performer, and recording artist with expertise in classical and commercial voice and piano, acting, and stage performance. Passionate about helping students build strong foundations in technique, theory, and expressive artistry through personalized coaching and hands-on experience.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Session Vocalist & Vocal Coach

Los Angeles, CA
  • Collaborated with top producers; tracked and coached vocals
  • Edited music using Logic Pro and Pro Tools
  • Coached clients during vocal recording sessions
  • Ran rehearsal sessions for live performances
  • translated lyrics into various languages

Songwriter

Music Sales Publishing
  • Credits in film and television
  • Collaborated with performers and producers to determine and achieve desired sound for production.
  • Wrote original songs to adapt to different musical genres and styles.
  • Worked closely with film music supervisors
  • Submitted music within 72 hour deadline.

International Touring Artist

Various Locations
01.2011 - Current


  • Known for retro-inspired vocal style rooted in 1940s–60s American music
  • Jazz, r&b, swing, and rock performances across England, Europe, and Australia
  • Rehearsed diligently to perfect routines and deliver top-shelf performances.
  • Engaged with audiences to create memorable experiences at live performances.
  • Developed show concepts and themes to engage audience members.
  • Utilized improvisation techniques to enhance shows.
  • Collaborated with other entertainers to create engaging acts.
  • Negotiated contracts with promoters for performances.

Private Music Instructor

Self-Employed
01.2010 - Current
  • Teach voice, piano, guitar, songwriting, acting, and performance to all ages
  • Specialize in audition prep
  • Emphasize music theory, technique, and confidence-building
  • Support singers participating in recording sessions and live performances.
  • Adapt teaching programs to meet individual and group needs.
  • Incorporate student interests and experiences to make learning relevant and meaningful.
  • Collaborate with community arts organizations to bring real-world experiences to students and provide opportunities for learning and growth.
  • Adapt instruction to meet individual student needs to differentiate instruction to meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
  • Attend concerts and performances to support students and arts community.
  • integrate technology and multimedia tools into lessons and enhance student learning.
  • Students will participate in N.A.T.S. 2026

Master Class

Heidi Klein Studio -Texas Woman's University
04.2025 - 04.2025

Mentored students with vocal performance in Art Song and Musical Theatre

Tutor

Texas Woman’s University and Collin College
08.2023 - 12.2024
  • Assisted undergraduates in music theory with part-writing, score analysis
  • Ear training and sight singing
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.

Lead Actor

Texas Outdoor Musical
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Performed in 56 productions in the longest-running outdoor musical in Texas.
  • Performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • Collaborated with directors and other cast members to refine performances.
  • Interpreted scripts to create believable characters.
  • Memorized lines quickly and delivered convincingly in different acting settings.
  • Followed strict safety procedures when performing dangerous routines.
  • Trained in dancing and singing to further enhance acting repertoire.

Music Director

Various Churches
01.2015 - 05.2023
  • Music Director for various churches in Texas
  • Led worship, arranged music, and directed rehearsals
  • Music Director for various churches in Texas
  • Handled requests for specific musical selections.
  • Attended regular practices and private lessons to hone skills.
  • Selected and arranged music for holiday performances and special events.
  • Directed groups at rehearsals and live performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.

Education

Master of Music Pedagogy - Vocal And Piano

Texas Woman’s University
Denton, TX
04-2027

BA - Liberal Arts – Music

Texas Woman’s University
Denton, TX
12.2024

Advanced piano studies -

Collin College
Plano, TX

Skills

  • Voice (Classical, Gospel, Jazz, R&B, Rock, Musical Theatre, all Latin styles)
  • Piano (Advanced Classical & Commercial)
  • Vocal & Piano Pedagogy
  • Excellent with Children
  • Lesson Planning
  • Aural Skills & Music Theory
  • International Phonetic Alphabet for singing (Spanish, Italian, French, German, Portuguese)
  • Songwriting & Composition
  • Music Ministry experience
  • Choral Conducting
  • Recording Software, Garage Band
  • Extensive studio recording experience
  • Extensive stage experience
  • Extensive touring experience
  • Acting & Stage Presence Coaching
  • Audition Preparation

Studio Experience

  • Session Vocalist & Vocal Coach, Los Angeles, CA, Collaborated with top producers; tracked and coached vocals, Edited music using Logic Pro and Pro Tools
  • Songwriter, Music Sales Publishing, Credits in film and television

Current Projects

  • Album, I Got a Feelin’, A tribute to female pioneers of American roots music, Summer 2025
  • European Tour, Performing with The Jive Aces across Spain and England, from the Screamin' 50s Rock & Rhythm Festival in Calella to London's 100 Club

Performance Experience

  • Lead Actor, Texas Outdoor Musical, Palo Duro Canyon, TX, Summer, 2023
  • International Touring Artist, Europe, 01/01/11, Present, Jazz, r&b, swing, and rock performances across England, Europe, and Australia, Known for retro-inspired vocal style rooted in 1940s–60s American music
  • Musical Theatre Performer, Roles in regional and educational productions throughout life

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Teaching Philosophy



 I approach teaching as a mentorship, drawing from my experience as a performer, educator, and lifelong learner. I believe that crafting art should be enjoyable and rewarding. I aim to guide students toward technical excellence while nurturing their individuality and expressive freedom. I strongly advocate the use of video recording as a tool for performance analysis and self-reflection, empowering students to become confident, self-aware artists.

Timeline

Master Class

Heidi Klein Studio -Texas Woman's University
04.2025 - 04.2025

Tutor

Texas Woman’s University and Collin College
08.2023 - 12.2024

Lead Actor

Texas Outdoor Musical
05.2023 - 08.2023

Music Director

Various Churches
01.2015 - 05.2023

International Touring Artist

Various Locations
01.2011 - Current

Private Music Instructor

Self-Employed
01.2010 - Current

Session Vocalist & Vocal Coach

Los Angeles, CA

Songwriter

Music Sales Publishing

Master of Music Pedagogy - Vocal And Piano

Texas Woman’s University

BA - Liberal Arts – Music

Texas Woman’s University

Advanced piano studies -

Collin College
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