Mohammad Salman

With over 20 years of experience in vocal training, performance, and vocal pedagogy, I am an accomplished voice instructor and performer. Throughout my career, I have excelled as a soloist and ensemble member in various settings such as opera, church services, and media productions. My expertise lies in preparing students of all ages for live performances, exams, and competitions. I am adept at adapting musical arrangements and delivering engaging workshops both online and in-person. In December 2024, I earned a Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) in Vocal Performance, having performed major roles at esteemed venues like the Moores Opera Center. As a singer and voice instructor trained in classical and opera styles, I am dedicated to promoting safe and effective vocal techniques while fostering artistic growth. With my experience as a vocal coach, I have successfully helped performers of all skill levels advance their abilities, gain confidence, and take on new amateur and professional challenges. Specializing in vocal performand and pedagogy, I possess a unique skill set in interpreting songs and teaching singers how to embody music to provoke emotional responses in audience members.

• Ainadamar by Osvaldo Golijov, Tibaldi, Moores Opera Center, 2023
• Bartered Bride by Smetana, Kecal, Moores Opera Center, 2022
• The Persians by Alexander Rahbari, Darius the Great, Digitally recorded for NAXOS, 2022
• The Woman by Farshad Abbasi, Father, Digital project on Spotify, 2021
• Albert Herring by Benjamin Britten, Superintendent, Moores Opera Center, 2021
• Don Giovanni by Mozart, Leporello, Moores Opera Center, 2020
• Performed in over 60 shows, opera workshops, concerts, and solo song recitals.

PRESENTATION EXPERIENCE

Classroom Presentation: “The Influence of Persian Poetry on Western Art Songs”

University of Houston

• Delivered an in-depth presentation to a graduate-level seminar, including live demonstrations, analysis of musical settings, and interactive Q&A sessions.

• Outcome: Enhanced students’ understanding of the cross-cultural influences shaping Western art song repertoire.

Lecture Recital: “The Influence of Persian Poetry on Western Art Songs”

• Conducted a combined performance and scholarly lecture, exploring how Persian poetry has influenced Western art song compositions.

• Outcome: Successfully synthesized academic research and live performance, contributing to a deeper appreciation of cross-cultural musical influences.