Suzanne West
Murphy,NC
Summary
Experienced music educator and director with a strong background in choral instruction, accompaniment, and worship music leadership. Known for organization, communication, and adaptable support of rehearsals and performances.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Chorus teacher
Tri county early College
Murphy, North Carolina
08.2024 - Current
- Planned choral lessons aligned with Tri County Early College academic calendar and arts goals.
- Taught choral music classes at Tri County Early College
- Directed student voices during rehearsals and performances
- Planned lesson sequences for vocal technique and harmony
Staff accompanist
YOUNG Harris COLLEGE
Young Harris, Georgia
08.2015 - Current
- Accompanied Young Harris College music students during lessons, rehearsals, and performances.
- Prepared piano parts for auditions, juries, recitals, and ensemble rehearsals.
- Collaborated with faculty on repertoire selection and rehearsal scheduling.
Music director
First united methodist church
Murphy, North Carolina
08.1993 - Current
- Directed worship music programs for First United Methodist Church services and seasonal observances.
- Selected hymns, anthems, and praise music for church worship plans.
- Led choir rehearsals and coached vocal parts for church singers.
- Coordinated instrumentalists, accompanists, and volunteer musicians for weekly services.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Church Music. Major in Organ Minor in Piano
Mars Hill University
Mars Hill, NC04-1988
Affiliations
- Work every summer with peacock playhouse in hayesville nc to perform in orchestra for summer musical. Work with young Harris college band and Jazz band in performance opportunities. Serve as accompanist for Mountain Community chorus. Founded and have served as director of Valley River Ringers for 15 years.
Timeline
Chorus teacher
Tri county early College
08.2024 - Current
Staff accompanist
YOUNG Harris COLLEGE
08.2015 - Current
Music director
First united methodist church
08.1993 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Church Music. Major in Organ Minor in Piano
Mars Hill University