Linda Newby
Gallatin,TN
Summary
Detail-oriented and results-focused with a solid history as a vocal performer and private instructor. Successful at helping individual and group performers attain new levels of skill in performance and basic techniques such as projection and breathing. Gift for enabling dramatic changes with a resilient and focused approach.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Professor of Vocal Studies
Nashville State Community College
Nashville, TN
08.2019 - Current
- Conducted weekly one-on-one voice lessons to help improve student singing skills.
- Assisted with the development of individual practice plans for vocal students.
- Provided guidance and feedback on vocal performance techniques.
- Evaluated student performances in order to assess progress and identify areas of improvement.
- Created lesson plans tailored to each student's skill level, learning style, and goals.
- Mentored students in proper breathing technique, posture, diction, intonation, and musicality.
- Developed handouts and online resources for vocal students that provided examples of good practice techniques.
- Instructed students on how to audition for professional performing arts organizations.
- Demonstrated proper warm-up exercises designed to reduce risk of injury while improving breath control and resonance.
- Supervised rehearsals for soloists or small ensembles in preparation for upcoming events or performances.
- Utilized active listening skills when providing feedback so that students could gain an understanding of their own strengths and weaknesses.
- Advised students on selecting repertoire that is appropriate for their skill level and interests.
- Taught students about cultural influences in music and art styles.
- Prepared and delivered lectures to students on music fundamentals.
- Organized and conducted weekly rehearsals for the choir.
- Trained singers to develop vocal techniques and improve their singing abilities.
- Coordinated with other directors in order to create cohesive performances of choral works.
- Developed a repertoire of songs suitable for each performance.
- Directed live performances of classical, contemporary, and sacred music.
- Supervised sectional rehearsals as needed to ensure accuracy in parts and intonation.
- Created detailed schedules for rehearsals, concerts, and other events related to choir activities.
Private Music Instructor
Murfreesboro Academy Of Music
Murfreesboro, TN
08.2016 - Current
- Taught music theory, technique, ear training, sight singing and performance skills to students of all ages for both voice and piano instruction.
- Taught private and semi-private instrumental, vocal and music training lessons.
- Assessed student abilities and developed appropriate course objectives for instruction.
- Provided students with feedback on their progress, and encouraged them to practice regularly.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and contact information.
- Monitored student's musical development by assessing their playing and singing ability at regular intervals.
- Created repertoire lists that challenge students while developing their technical abilities in a timely manner.
- Utilized various teaching methods such as rote learning, note reading drills and improvisation exercises to teach music fundamentals.
- Conducted assessments of student's musical knowledge in order to determine level placement within curricula.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current trends in music instruction techniques.
- Communicated with parents or family members on progress of participants after lessons.
Adjunct Professor of Music
Volunteer State Community College
Gallatin, TN
08.2008 - 05.2016
- Developed and taught music theory, history and appreciation classes.
- Prepared and delivered lectures to students on music fundamentals.
- Provided individual instruction to students in applied music performance.
- Assessed student progress through written exams and graded performances.
- Organized recitals featuring student work.
- Collaborated with other faculty members on curriculum development.
- Researched new methods of teaching music theory and history.
- Developed interesting course plans to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students.
Education
Master of Music - Vocal Pedagogy
Belmont University
Nashville, TN05-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Vocal Performance
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN12-2002
Ph.D. - Curriculum And Instruction
Capella University
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Private voice lesson direction for multiple skill levels, ranges, ages and ethnicities
- Vocal assessment and technique application for diverse vocal types and musical styles
- Audition and recital preparation
- Performance direction
- Choral rehearsal and performance direction
- Music Theory instruction
- Cross-disciplinary collaboration
- Teaching strategies
- Relationship Building
Affiliations
- Messiah, HVW 56. G. F. Handel: chorus and alto solos, No. 5. But Who May Abide?, No. 9. O Thou That Tellest Good Tidings to Zion, No. 21. He Shall Feed His Flock
- Gloria in D Major, RV 589, A. Vivaldi: chorus and alto solo, X. Qui sedes ad dexteram Patris
- Trois Chansons de Bilitis, L97, Claude Debussy
- Twelve Poems of Emily Dickinson, Aaron Copeland
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Adjunct Professor of Vocal Studies
Nashville State Community College
08.2019 - Current
Private Music Instructor
Murfreesboro Academy Of Music
08.2016 - Current
Adjunct Professor of Music
Volunteer State Community College
08.2008 - 05.2016
Master of Music - Vocal Pedagogy
Belmont University
Bachelor of Arts - Vocal Performance
Austin Peay State University
Ph.D. - Curriculum And Instruction
Capella University
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