Beckie is a graduate of Shenandoah Conservatory in Winchester, Virginia with a degree in music education, specializing in voice and piano. She teaches private piano and voice along with music theory. Beckie music directs area theatrical productions and accompanies numerous choral groups and orchestras in Connecticut.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Accompanist
Sharon Playhouse
Sharon, Connecticut
09.2023 - Current
Transposed pieces from one instrument to another and one key to another to accommodate client and musician preferences.
Selected appropriate pieces to meet performance needs and showcase skills.
Interpreted and modified music to personalize performances.
Director of Music
Founders Congregational Church
Harwinton, Connecticut
06.2022 - Current
Handle requests for specific musical selections.
Select and arrange music for services and numerous holiday performances and special events.
Study scores to learn music in detail and develop interpretations.
Perform keyboard selections during services.
Music Director, Accompanist
Landmark Community Theatre
Thomaston, Connecticut
08.2006 - Current
Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
Collaborated with performers and producers to determine and achieve desired sound for production.
Scheduled rehearsals with other musicians and choirs.
Lead rehearsals by demonstrating specific song parts.
Coached soloists and ensembles for specific parts.
Led live music performances and rehearsals, directing musicians to achieve top-notch performances.
Planned and scheduled rehearsals and performances and arranged details such as locations, accompanists and instrumentalists.
Consulted with directors and producers to determine placement of musical cues and coordinate artistic vision.
Productions include : Heathers, Rocky Horror Picture Show, Always Patsy Cline, One Hit Wonder, Les Miserables, Beautiful the Carole King Musical
Music Director
Spotlight Stage Company
North Haven, Connecticut
01.2023 - Current
Studied scores to learn music in detail and develop interpretations.
Scheduled and coordinated auditions to select performers for musical presentations.
Planned and scheduled rehearsals and performances and arranged details such as locations, accompanists and instrumentalists.
Developed and maintained relationships with artists, producers and other music professionals.
Led live music performances and rehearsals, directing musicians to achieve top-notch performances.
Handled requests for specific musical selections.
Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
Productions : 25h Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Piano Accompanist
Chorus Angelicus
Torrington, Connecticut
09.2019 - 09.2023
Handled requests for specific musical selections.
Collaborated with performers and producers to determine and achieve desired sound for production.
Scheduled rehearsals with other musicians and choirs.
Lead rehearsals by demonstrating specific song parts.
Coached soloists and ensembles for specific parts.
Consulted with directors and producers to determine placement of musical cues and coordinate artistic vision.
Performed in numerous concerts, recordings and festivals.
Music Director, Accompanist
Theatre Guild Of Simsbury
Simsbury, Connecticut
06.2016 - 11.2023
Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
Transposed pieces from one instrument to another and one key to another to accommodate client and musician preferences.
Collaborated with performers and producers to determine and achieve desired sound for production.
Scheduled rehearsals with other musicians and choirs.
Lead rehearsals by demonstrating specific song parts.
Coached soloists and ensembles for specific parts.
Led live music performances and rehearsals, directing musicians to achieve top-notch performances.
Productions include : Beauty and the Beast, Shrek, Wizard of Oz
Music Director, Accompanist
Warner Theatre
Torrington, Connecticut
06.2015 - 09.2023
Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
Transposed pieces from one instrument to another and one key to another to accommodate client and musician preferences.
Collaborated with performers and producers to determine and achieve desired sound for production.
Recorded and mixed music for various genres in professional-grade recording studios.
Scheduled rehearsals with other musicians and choirs.
Lead rehearsals by demonstrating specific song parts.
Scheduled and coordinated auditions to select performers for musical presentations.
Coached soloists and ensembles for specific parts.
Led live music performances and rehearsals, directing musicians to achieve top-notch performances.
Planned and scheduled rehearsals and performances and arranged details such as locations, accompanists and instrumentalists.
Productions include : Gypsy, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, Follies, The Little Mermaid, Mary Poppins, Next to Normal
Music Director
Warner Theatre Center For Arts Education
Torrington, Connecticut
09.2013 - 09.2023
Studied scores to learn music in detail and develop interpretations.
Composed and arranged original music successfully for various projects.
Scheduled and coordinated auditions to select performers for musical presentations.
Planned and scheduled rehearsals and performances and arranged details such as locations, accompanists and instrumentalists.
Handled requests for specific musical selections.
Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
Led live music performances and rehearsals, directing musicians to achieve top-notch performances.
Developed and maintained relationships with artists, producers and other music professionals.
Productions include : Head Over Heels, Firebringer, Cinderella, James and the Giant Peach, Magic Tree House Pirates Past Noon, School House Rock
Private Voice and Piano Teacher
Myself
Barkhamsted, Connecticut
09.2008 - Current
Coordinated recitals and musical events to showcase student achievements.
Communicated with parents regarding upcoming events and student progress.
Introduced students to appropriate hand positioning, finger transitions and pedal use.
Evaluated and graded student performance, homework assignments, projects and tests.
Maintained current knowledge of community plays, concerts and performance events to suggest student attendance.
Engaged students in discussions on musical selection and composer histories.
Played piano at school functions such as concerts and adjudications.
Developed lesson plans, selected course materials and prepared assignments.
Arranged lessons to accommodate each student's unique goals and interests.
Established strong music foundation with students by incorporating basic music theory into weekly lessons.
Music Director
Naugatuck Teen Theatre
Naugatuck, CT
11.2015 - 05.2016
Studied scores to learn music in detail and develop interpretations.
Scheduled and coordinated auditions to select performers for musical presentations.
Planned and scheduled rehearsals and performances and arranged details such as locations, accompanists and instrumentalists.
Developed and maintained relationships with artists, producers and other music professionals.
Handled requests for specific musical selections.
Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
Productions : Annie Get Your Gun
Recording Artist, Songwriter, Producer
RebScott Productions
Nashville , Tennessee
10.2000 - 10.2003
Composed and arranged music and recorded music in studios for radio, film, or television.
Composed songs for multiple instruments.
Performed at average of 40 special functions, rehearsals and recordings per month.
Collaborated with marketing and advertising teams to achieve successful launch of projects.
Promoted events and performances by participating in media interviews.
Monitored production and evaluated performance against set targets, making adjustments to areas of weakness.
Hired, trained and managed production staff and crew members to build highly qualified team and boost overall performance.
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Choral Music Educator
Daniel Hand High School
Madison, CT
08.1996 - 06.2000
Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history, and performance etiquette.
Advised parents of student progress by communicating student's achievements and developing methods for improvement.
Supervised students during rehearsals to provide direction to students during practice sessions.
Attended concerts and performances to support students and arts community.
Assessed student learning to evaluate student learning and progress through tests, performances and portfolios.
Communicated with parents to maintain regular communication about student progress and any concerns.
Collaborated with community arts organizations to bring real-world experiences into classrooms and provide students with opportunities for learning and growth.
Incorporated student interests and experiences to make learning relevant and meaningful.
Created supportive and inclusive learning environments to foster positive classrooms that support student growth and learning.
Managed classroom behavior to establish and maintain clear classroom behavior and discipline expectations.
Adapted instruction to meet individual student needs to differentiate instruction to meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Gathered display materials and distributed programs for shows and performances.
Provided feedback and grades to provide regular feedback on student progress and assigned grades based on performance.
Fostered love for art and learning to inspire students to pursue passions and interests.
Held afterschool meetings and rehearsals in preparation for shows.
Used technology in classrooms to integrate technology and multimedia tools into art lessons and enhance student learning.
Planned and delivered lessons to teach classes in arts to engage and educate students.
Evaluated and graded students' class work, performances, projects, assignments and papers.
Attended department meetings and collaborated with other fine arts teachers.
Provided extra help and support to offer additional support to struggling students and encourage success in art subjects.
Sponsored student fine arts clubs, attending club meetings and events.
Scheduled shows and performances in accordance with school calendar.
Tailored instruction to meet individual student needs and cultivated inclusive learning environment.