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Sharmay Musacchio

El Cajon,CA

Summary

I am a Grammy award winning Opera Singer with over 20 years of performance and teaching experience. My passion is teaching, working with students to achieve their vocal goals, and aid in the direction of performing too. As an active Opera Singer, I can give added insight as to what it truly takes to sustain a career in music.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Adjunct Professor of Music and Voice

Saddleback Community College
Mission Viejo, CA
01.2024 - Current
  • Adjunct music faculty for applied voice. I create a personalized vocal exercise sheet for each student. These exercises consist of onset breathing exercises, agility exercises, and learning to sing with proper breath support. This ensures a solid vocal foundation for each student to learn, grow, and develop as a singer and musician. I then apply said technique to each student's assigned repertoire based on their semester and jury requirements.
  • Adjunct music faculty lecturer for courses Vocal Performance and Repertoire class. This combined class is based on learning proper singing technique, using my own vocal and onset breathing exercise chart, and then applying this technique to performance repertoire in the standard English, French, Italian, and German setting. This class is a joy to teach because I can share my experiences as an active professional opera singer and prepare them for the practical aspects of a career in music.
  • Engaged with colleagues in scholarly activities at professional conferences.
  • Evaluated student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
  • Conducted research related to the field of study.

Adjunct Professor of Music

Moorpark College
Moorpark, CA
01.2023 - Current
  • Developed and taught music theory.
  • Taught applied voice lessons using specifically designed exercises.
  • Provided individual instruction to students in applied music performance.
  • Organized recitals featuring student work.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades.
  • Collaborated with other faculty members on curriculum development.
  • Created lesson plans to ensure comprehensive coverage of material in a timely manner.
  • Assessed student progress through written exams and graded performances.

Professional Opera Singer

Self-employeed
San Diego
02.2004 - Current
  • I am a professional dramatic contralto and perform throughout the United States.
  • My emphasis is on new works and I recently made my Spoleto Festival, U.S.A debut as Swift in their new opera "Ruinous Gods'. I am on the artist roster at The San Francisco Opera and was on The Met Opera Artist roster for 8 years.
  • Detailed info can be found on my website: sharmaymusacchio.com
  • I was recently featured as an artist to watch by The Classical SInger Magazine.

Private Voice Teacher

Musacchio Vocal Studios
San Francisco, CA
01.2003 - 03.2021
  • Instructed students in proper vocal techniques, including breathing exercises, posture, and diction.
  • Provided positive reinforcement and constructive feedback to motivate students to reach their goals.
  • Monitored student progress throughout the semester by assessing performances and written assignments.
  • Organized quarterly recitals for students to showcase their skills in front of an audience.

Education

Master of Arts - Vocal Performance

San Francisco Conservatory of Music
San Francisco, CA
01-2001

Bachelor of Arts - Voice And Pedagogy

San Francisco Conservatory of Music
San Francisco, CA
05-1997

Skills

  • Student Mentoring
  • Voice lessons
  • Audition preparation
  • Alexander technique
  • Curriculum Development and Lesson Planning
  • Performance direction
  • Recital coordination
  • Performance Techniques
  • Rehearsals
  • Program Development
  • Performance preparation
  • Sight Reading
  • Classroom Management

Affiliations

  • My interests outside of music varies from: walks and camping with my sweet Husky Sadie Blue. To spending time with my family and friends, and cheering on my favorite Bay Area Sports Teams!

Accomplishments

  • I am an active member of SFCM alumni and recently taught a master class.
  • I am a current member of AGMA and stay current with their voting, and supportive causes for musicians.
  • I am always thinking of new ways to grow as an adjunct professor of voice and attend conferences (NATS) to better my profession.
  • I won first place in the Art Song of the Americas at SFCM, which aided my career in new music.

Certification

  • Proud Member of AGMA since 2005.

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Professional
German
Professional
Italian
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Adjunct Professor of Music and Voice

Saddleback Community College
01.2024 - Current

Adjunct Professor of Music

Moorpark College
01.2023 - Current

Professional Opera Singer

Self-employeed
02.2004 - Current

Private Voice Teacher

Musacchio Vocal Studios
01.2003 - 03.2021

Master of Arts - Vocal Performance

San Francisco Conservatory of Music

Bachelor of Arts - Voice And Pedagogy

San Francisco Conservatory of Music

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