Sophie Spier
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Singer-Songwriter
Skinny Elephant Recording
Nashville, TN
07.2026 - 07.2026
- Co-wrote a song and recorded with members of Miranda Lambert's touring band.
Soloist
Opera UCLA
Los Angeles, CA
09.2025 - Current
- Performed the role of Second Priestess in Iphigénie en Tauride — only freshman selected.
- Participated in daily 3–6 hour rehearsals, demonstrating commitment to excellence and professionalism in diverse performance settings.
- Performed UCLA Alma Mater as part of quartet during three UCLA commencement ceremonies, enhancing the ceremonial experience and representing university traditions.
President
Once Upon a Room – El Paso Chapter
El Paso, TX
03.2023 - Current
- Only teenage chapter lead in the U.S.
- Decorate personalized hospital rooms for children and NICU patients with extended stays.
- Recruit volunteers, run fundraising/group events, and promote the organization on social media.
- Chapter's work featured in the May 2024 issue of The City Magazine El Paso.
Volunteer
Kids Excel
El Paso, TX
01.2018 - Current
- Raised over $10,000 through an individual email campaign to benefit arts education.
- Perform as soloist at the organization's end-of-school-year extravaganza.
Section Leader, Student Conductor & Soloist
Coronado High School Varsity Choir
El Paso, TX
08.2021 - 06.2025
- Led alto section, class rehearsals, and warmups; instructed vocal technique, breathwork, and sight-reading.
- Managed choir social media, posting performance updates and member achievements.
- Performed as soloist throughout El Paso
- Attended TCU and UT All-State choir camps (2021–2024) preparing All-State repertoire.
Member and Soloist
Youth Opera of El Paso
El Paso, TX
12.2013 - 06.2025
- Selected by audition for the lead female role in the spring 2025 production of Searching the Painted Sky.
- Perform solos throughout region (with world-renowned saxophonist Dave Koz during his 2023 U.S. Christmas tour.)
- Prepared for solo and ensemble performances through private voice lessons and rehearsals.
Teen Volunteer Coordinator
El Paso Opera
El Paso, TX
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Recruited student volunteers for the annual gala, Casino Night, and opera productions.
- Supported silent auction sales, guest relations, and venue setup/breakdown.
Education
Bachelor of Music - Vocal Performance/Music Industry
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06-2029
High School Diploma -
Coronado High School
El Paso, TX05-2024
Skills
- Vocal performance
- Public speaking
- Event planning
- Team leadership
- Social media management
- Organizational skills
- Creative vision & multitasking
- Customer service
Honors And Distinctions
- University Interscholastic League Outstanding Performer, 2025.
- TMEA All-State Mixed Choir, 2023–2025 — first Coronado student selected four consecutive years.
- UIL Gold Medal for outstanding solo audition, 2022–2025.
- Only classical singer from EPISD selected to perform at the State of the District Gala, 2024.
- Schmidt Vocal Arts Encouragement Award, 2024.
- Braden Aboud Foundation B STRONG Grant, 2024-2025 — $2,500 awarded to Once Upon a Room El Paso chapter.
- National Honor Society, 2024-2025.
- Schmidt Encouragement Award for “Intelligence & Beautiful Voice", 2025.
- Coronado High School T-bird Award, 2025.
- Coronado High School Who’s Who, 2025.
- One of five candidates nominated for “All Coronado Girl”, 2025.
Timeline
Singer-Songwriter
Skinny Elephant Recording
07.2026 - 07.2026
Soloist
Opera UCLA
09.2025 - Current
Teen Volunteer Coordinator
El Paso Opera
01.2024 - 12.2024
President
Once Upon a Room – El Paso Chapter
03.2023 - Current
Section Leader, Student Conductor & Soloist
Coronado High School Varsity Choir
08.2021 - 06.2025
Volunteer
Kids Excel
01.2018 - Current
Member and Soloist
Youth Opera of El Paso
12.2013 - 06.2025
Bachelor of Music - Vocal Performance/Music Industry
University of California, Los Angeles
High School Diploma -
Coronado High School