Madelyn Palare
Summary
Highly motivated and dedicated music instructor with a solid foundation in musical theory and strong performance skills in vocals and piano. Offers exemplary communication skills and pedagogical technique to design engaging lessons that promote musically excellent performances, effective practice habits, and a deep appreciation for music in the classroom. Focused on providing innovative and inspiring music instruction, this dependable mentor possesses skills to help build the next generation of musicians.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Choir Director and Lecturer in Music
Providence Christian College
08.2022 - Current
- Inspired a love of choral music in students, leading to an increase in choir participation and student retention from 4% to 8% of the total student body.
- Learned how to coordinate and arrange appropriate repertoire for smaller chamber groups, creating custom arrangements of hymns and choral repertoire.
- Conducted and scheduled rehearsals to prepare performers for performances.
- Educated and introduced music and vocal concepts to students with no prior musical experience, effectively integrating them into the choir.
- Produced, developed, and organized regular concerts to connect with the community and showcase student talent.
- Mentored individual choir members, providing personalized guidance on vocal technique, stage presence, and musicianship for improved performance quality.
- Composed and led performances for both vocal and instrumental music.
- Taught private, individualized piano lessons to interested students.
Chapel Worship Director
Providence Christian College
08.2021 - Current
- Oversaw scheduling and coordination of student volunteers and musical selection on a weekly basis.
- Communicated with students and staff members regarding weekly volunteer needs for music, sound, and powerpoint.
- Mentored and developed teams of student volunteers to foster musical, spiritual, and worshipful growth through rehearsals.
- Developed arrangements tailored specifically to the student bodies unique culture and preferences.
- Performed as versatile vocalist and instrumentalist on guitar and piano, as well as regularly led in prayer before the student body.
Owner of a Private Music Education Studio
Adelaide Music LLC
01.2020 - Current
- Taught private instrumental, vocal and music training lessons to students of all ages, including students with various disabilities, offering lessons for piano, voice, ukulele, and music theory.
- Prepared students for success in various performances and exams, including regular studio recitals, RCM exams, and The Master's University Invitational Piano Festival.
- Recently interviewed and hired a new employee and student from The Master's University to expand the studio.
- Promoted a holistic learning environment for the inclusion of theory, aural skills, and performance skills in student learning.
- Modeled proper techniques and exercises to rehearse between private lessons and offered explanations for the value of such techniques.
- Fostered enthusiasm for music and good practicing habits by creating comfortable and fun environment during lessons.
- Effectively communicated with students and parents, creating plans for student development, offering regular encouragement and helpful criticism for student benefit.
- Managed all financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
Piano Accompanist and Vocalist
Various
05.2018 - Current
- Performed for several churches and institutions, including Grace Community Church, Faith Community Church, Santa Clarita United Reformed Church, The Master's University, Providence Christian College, and others.
- Played in many church services both paid and volunteer, sight reading various hymns for congregational singing and facilitating worship through stylistic and musical playing.
- Provided accompaniment for various musicals, choirs, and private events such as weddings and funerals.
- Regularly created custom arrangements for various events as appropriate to the setting for both piano and vocals, including wedding arrangements.
- Played variety of music with broad stylistic range and improvisatorial flexibility.
Piano and Theory Private Instructor
Allemande Music Academy
07.2016 - Current
- Observed and evaluated student performance and development and provided appropriate feedback on work.
- Evaluated students to uncover learning deficiencies and devise improvement plans.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples into lesson plans.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Music - Music
The Master's University
05.2020
Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts -
Los Angeles Mission College
06.2017
Skills
- Artistic Technique Demonstration
- Sight Reading and Sheet Music Comprehension
- Arranging
- Music Theory
- Classroom Discussion Facilitation
- Curriculum Development and Lesson Planning
- Choral Conducting
- Music Theory
References
Adam Bendorf, TMU Alumni and owner of Allemande Music Academy
- 661-607-3255
- iplaychopin@gmail.com
Dr. Greg Gifford, Assistant Professor of Biblical Counseling at The Master's University and Pastor at Faith Community Church
- 912-346-8193
- ggifford@masters.edu
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Choir Director and Lecturer in Music
Providence Christian College
08.2022 - Current
Chapel Worship Director
Providence Christian College
08.2021 - Current
Owner of a Private Music Education Studio
Adelaide Music LLC
01.2020 - Current
Piano Accompanist and Vocalist
Various
05.2018 - Current
Piano and Theory Private Instructor
Allemande Music Academy
07.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Arts in Music - Music
The Master's University
Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts -
Los Angeles Mission College
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