Hazel Morales
Victorville,CA
Summary
Versatile and expressive Musician showcasing a broad musical style range with a specialty in Opera and Vocal Jazz. Demonstrated improvisational skills and keen attention to detail through performances for significant events. Hardworking performance leader skilled at selecting and arranging musical pieces for regular, holiday and special event performances. Adept at working with individual performers to optimize sound and abilities. Expertise in vocal technique and vocal/ear training.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Children's Music Director
The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints
07.2023 - Current
- Work with pianist to compile music for children to perform 5 times throughout the year
- Instruct tempo, volume, tone, and pitch to achieve desired performance
- Increased communication through kinetic and auditory cognitive styles in order for children to understand music
- Manage disruptions between anxious, stressed, aggravated, and apathetic individuals
- Motivate children using "active" music to prepare them for class
- Establish relationships with parents to identify solo performance opportunities for individuals
- Planning and keeping morale high to ensure robust participation in all performances
Private Piano Lessons
Self-employed
06.2008 - Current
- Enhanced student performance by implementing personalized lesson plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Implemented effective practice strategies designed to help students optimize their home rehearsal time between lessons effectively.
- Collaborated with other music teachers to share best practices and refine teaching methodologies for optimal results.
- Increased individual learning challenges through differentiated instruction techniques that catered to each student's unique strengths and weaknesses.
Vocal Performer
California State University, San Bernardino
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Hired vocal performer contractor for 2 years.
- Performed with a vocal quartet alongside CSUSB Orchestra in "A Christmas Holiday Gala" each month of December.
- Included 2 performances and entailed singing holiday music in collaboration with other ensembles.
Vocal Jazz Singer
Self-employed
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Trained and prepared voice, using various melodies and ranges such as soprano and alto
- Interpreted different music by making use of voice production, harmony, rhythm and melody to present characterization.
- Received invitations to perform as guest artist on other musicians'' projects
- Applied knowledge of harmony, melody, rhythm, and voice production
Victor Valley College Master Arts Chorale
Student
08.2018 - 06.2022
- Sang with Victor Valley Orchestra six times a year for every 4 years of ensemble participation
- Experience in direction from conductors of both Choir and Orchestra ensembles
- Proven ability to learn music quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in ensemble setting, providing support and guidance
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new styles and techniques quickly and efficiently.
Education
Master Arts Chorale
Victor Valley College
Victorville, CA06.2020
Music
California State University, San Bernardino
California, United States06.2013
High School Diploma -
Arroyo Valley High School
San Bernardino, CA06.2008
Skills
- Expressive performer
- Broad range of musical styles
- Specialty opera and vocal jazz music
- Experience in sound engineering
- Involvement in music programming
- Involvement in event promoting
- Strong attention to detail
- Special events performances
- Knowledge of music theory
- Knowledge of ear training
- Experience in arranging compositions
- Experience in venue selection and budget development
Accomplishments
- experience in professional flute playing at CSUSB (2008-2010)
- Understudy for roles of the Sandman and the Dew Fairy for Engelbert Humperdink's "Hansel and Gretel" (2012)
- Soprano soloist in Beethoven's Mass in C Major at CSUSB (2012)
- lead role in Robert Xavier Rodriguez's opera "Frida" at CSUSB (2013)
- Soprano soloist in John Rutter's "Magnificat" with VVC's Master Arts Chorale (2018)
- Performed at Carnegie Hall and sang John Rutter's "Magnificat" 'under "Distinguished Concerts International New York's" artistic director and principal conductor (2019)
- Victor Valley Master Arts Chorale (2018-2022)
- Performed alongside Victor Valley Orchestra (2018-2022)
- Vocal Jazz Performer (2021-2023)
- Volunteer Children's Gospel Teacher (20017-2022)
- Volunteer Children's Gospel Pianist (2022-2023)
- Volunteer Children's Gospel Music Director (2023-present)
- Private Music Tutor (2013-present)
Timeline
Children's Music Director
The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints
07.2023 - Current
Vocal Performer
California State University, San Bernardino
12.2022 - 12.2023
Vocal Jazz Singer
Self-employed
07.2021 - 04.2023
Victor Valley College Master Arts Chorale
Student
08.2018 - 06.2022
Private Piano Lessons
Self-employed
06.2008 - Current
Master Arts Chorale
Victor Valley College
Music
California State University, San Bernardino
High School Diploma -
Arroyo Valley High School
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