Sarah Kalabanko
Lehi,UT
Summary
Accomplished music educator and performer with extensive experience at Brigham Young University-Idaho, adept in audience engagement and critical thinking. Excelled in orchestrating performances and lesson planning, leveraging skills in vocal, violin, and piano instruction. Proven track record in enhancing student musical abilities and performance readiness, showcasing a unique blend of artistic talent and pedagogical expertise.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Music Instructor/ Front Desk Receptionist
Sandy Music Academy
Sandy, UT
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Familiarize students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions and chords.
- Plan and execute targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history and performance etiquette.
- Instructing in guitar, violin, voice and piano.
- Record notes from lessons to give to the student.
- Collaborate with parents to best meet the needs of their child.
- Prepare students for upcoming recital performances.
- Schedule and cancel lessons.
- Answer phone calls.
- Write emails.
- Customer service.
- Janitorial duties.
- Perform transactions.
- Keep a log of daily interactions.
Opera Singer-The Old Maide and the Thief
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Rexburg, ID
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Cast as the Old Maid.
- Attend daily musical and blocking rehearsals.
- Collaborate with directors to block scenes.
- Collaborate with other vocalists and instrumentalists.
- Memorized over 120 pages of music.
- Incorporated constructive feedback from directors into musical and artistic interpretation.
Piano Lab Technician
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Rexburg, ID
04.2021 - 12.2022
- Maintained electronic pianos through cleaning and regular maintenance.
- Helped students with music theory and piano skills.
- Helped students with projects on lab computer software, Adobe Premiere Pro and Finale.
- Answered questions and concerns from students and teachers regarding lab equipment.
Vocal Teacher
Self-Employed/Brigham Young University-Idaho
Rexburg, ID
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Assessed the vocal standing of each student.
- Worked with students to set goals for their vocal studies.
- Created lessons according to students individual needs.
- Worked with students using various techniques taught by Dr. David Olsen.
- Assigned students repertoire according to their voice type and needs.
Octet Leader/Section Leader for Collegiate Singers
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Rexburg, ID
04.2020 - 12.2021
- Conducted rehearsals with fellow leader.
- Pinpointed difficult passages and practiced until perfected.
- Blended with sections to blend voice parts.
- Worked with choir director to plan choir/octet activities.
- Counseled with director and other choir officers to determine how needs of the octet could be met.
Opera Singer/Performer- Hansel and Gretel
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Rexburg, ID
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Cast as Hansel.
- Attended required rehearsals and collaborated with other performers.
- Performed 3 Shows.
Violinist in Symphony
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Rexburg, ID
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Attended symphony daily symphony rehearsals.
- Performed symphonies from Sibelius, and Prokofiev.
- Accompanied Opera Singer Frederica von Stade.
- Accompanied Virtuoso Violinist Will Hagan.
Opera Singer/Performer-Falstaff
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Rexburg, ID
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Captured audience by channeling and exhibiting emotions, resulting in audience laughter, crying, excitement, shock and fear.
- Learned scripts to understand characters' relationships and develop role interpretations.
- Attended daily rehearsals and collaborated with other singers.
- Performed 3 shows.
Concert Master/Violin Section Leader
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Rexburg, ID
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Supervised first violin sectional rehearsals.
- Tuned the orchestra the beginning of each rehearsal.
- Led the first violin section in concerts.
- Took charge of solos.
Pianist/Accompanist for Broadway Show
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Rexburg, ID
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Collaborated with performer to achieve desired musical capabilities.
- Attended one-on-one rehearsals and tech rehearsals.
- Accompanied Singer during live performance.
Practicum Student Teacher
Brigham Young University-Idaho/ Central Elementary
Sugar City, Idaho
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Worked with classroom paraprofessional to adjust to the needs of students with special needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement in math and english.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
Student Teacher, First Grade Music
Brigham Young University-Idaho/Adams Elementary
Rexburg, ID
03.2018 - 03.2018
- Taught First graders music using the Kodaly Method.
- Worked with University Professor to prepare age appropriate lessons.
Math Tutor (Volunteer)
Bridgewater Elementary District 93
Idaho Falls, ID
09.2016 - 12.2016
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn best teaching strategies, and lesson planning.
- Worked in small groups with non-english speaking students.
- Administered individual tests to non-English speaking students to assess areas of strength and weakness in addition, subtraction and multiplication.
- Worked individually with students to strengthen addition and subtraction skills.
- Administered feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and build confidence.
- Taught class lessons under the supervision of classroom teacher.
Violin Section Leader
Bonneville High School
Idaho Falls, ID
09.2014 - 06.2016
- Led sectional rehearsals according to Orchestra teacher standards.
- Clarified and rehearsed difficult passages.
- Performed with the orchestra.
- Worked with the teacher to meet the needs of the section.
Violinist
Teton Chamber Orchestra
Idaho Falls, ID
01.2016 - 02.2016
- Rehearsed and performed with Orchestra Accompanying Grammy Nominee and Broadway Singer, Cheyenne Jackson.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Musical Arts- Certificate Cluster in Education
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Rexburg, ID12.2022
High School Diploma -
Bonneville High School
Idaho Falls, ID06.2017
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Live Music Performances
- Performing with Choirs
- Audience Engagement
- Vocal Teacher
- Violin Teacher
- Orchestration and Arranging
- Pianist
- Violinist
- Vocalist
- Guitarist
- Experienced in Lesson Planning
- Knowledgeable in Child Psychology
Timeline
Private Music Instructor/ Front Desk Receptionist
Sandy Music Academy
01.2023 - 09.2023
Opera Singer-The Old Maide and the Thief
Brigham Young University-Idaho
09.2022 - 12.2022
Vocal Teacher
Self-Employed/Brigham Young University-Idaho
04.2022 - 07.2022
Piano Lab Technician
Brigham Young University-Idaho
04.2021 - 12.2022
Opera Singer/Performer- Hansel and Gretel
Brigham Young University-Idaho
01.2021 - 04.2021
Violinist in Symphony
Brigham Young University-Idaho
09.2020 - 12.2020
Opera Singer/Performer-Falstaff
Brigham Young University-Idaho
09.2020 - 12.2020
Octet Leader/Section Leader for Collegiate Singers
Brigham Young University-Idaho
04.2020 - 12.2021
Concert Master/Violin Section Leader
Brigham Young University-Idaho
01.2019 - 04.2019
Pianist/Accompanist for Broadway Show
Brigham Young University-Idaho
01.2019 - 04.2019
Practicum Student Teacher
Brigham Young University-Idaho/ Central Elementary
09.2018 - 12.2018
Student Teacher, First Grade Music
Brigham Young University-Idaho/Adams Elementary
03.2018 - 03.2018
Math Tutor (Volunteer)
Bridgewater Elementary District 93
09.2016 - 12.2016
Violinist
Teton Chamber Orchestra
01.2016 - 02.2016
Violin Section Leader
Bonneville High School
09.2014 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Musical Arts- Certificate Cluster in Education
Brigham Young University - Idaho
High School Diploma -
Bonneville High School