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Tina Lloyd Meals
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Dynamic and accomplished Voice Teacher and Music Director and accompanist with extensive experience in musical theater, opera, and education, adept in sight reading and vocal coaching. Excelled in team building and conflict resolution, significantly enhancing performance quality. Proven track record of assessing potential and fostering talent, achieving notable success in directing and performing across varied musical settings.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Voice Teacher/Coach TLM Vocal Training
Self
Tucson, AZ
01.1992 - Current
- Negotiated price and service with students
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately
- Trained singers from beginners to professionals in technique, musicianship, and audition preparation
- Accompanied students for recitals, master classes, and audition preparation
- selected repertoire for audition prep and for training purposes
Pianist/Singer
The Center for Spiritual Living
Santa Rosa, CA
10.2016 - 05.2023
- Adapted to diverse performance settings, displaying professionalism and flexibility in response to varying acoustics or unexpected challenges.
- Supported Worship Director in rehearsals
- Played for special services, often requiring improvisation
Music Director/Performer
Sixth Street Playhouse
Santa Rosa, CA
02.2013 - 05.2023
- Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
- Studied scores to learn music in detail and develop interpretations.
- Selected and arranged music for performances and special events.
- Handled requests for specific musical selections.
- Coached singers
- Arranged vocals to meet ability and representation of ensembles for shows
- Hired pit musicians to meet projected budget and conducted from the keyboard for full scale musical performances
- Developed musicians'' skills through focused rehearsals, ensuring high-quality performances.
- Planned and scheduled rehearsals and performances and arranged details such as locations, accompanists and instrumentalists.
- Fostered a positive rehearsal environment, promoting open communication and constructive feedback among musicians.
- Led live music performances and rehearsals, directing musicians to achieve top-notch performances.
- Oversaw auditions, recruiting talented musicians to expand the ensemble''s capabilities.
- Programmed keyboard for show performances
- Was the staff accompanist for annual general auditions, demonstrating ability to sight read and transpose if needed
- Vocal Directed teen summer camps to produce junior versions of musical theater shows
- Performed as Desiree in "A Little Night Music"
- Performed as ensemble member in "Annie"
- Sang and accompanied singers for special events
Vocal Coach/Assistant Music Director/Accompanist
Montgomery High School
Santa Rosa, CA
10.2011 - 05.2023
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Enhanced vocal techniques by identifying strengths and weaknesses of individual students.
- Increased student confidence through constructive feedback and positive reinforcement.
- Provided guidance on maintaining vocal health through proper nutrition, hydration, and rest habits.
- Coached ensembles in developing harmonies and blending voices for cohesive sound during group performances.
- Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
- Implemented effective warm-up routines, reducing the risk of vocal strain and injury among students.
- Accompanied rehearsals for musical theater productions and for multiple choirs
- Substituted in running the choir class when the instructor was ill
Accompanist/Vocal Director/Music Director
Broadway Bound Kids
Sonoma, CA
09.1992 - 11.2022
- Collaborated with performers and producers to determine and achieve desired sound for production.
- Demonstrated exceptional sight-reading abilities, allowing for efficient rehearsals and high-quality performances with limited preparation time.
- Accompanied rehearsals and played keyboard in the pit for performances
- Offered vocal coaching for individuals in lead roles and to the ensemble in group numbers
- Worked within the artistic director's vision for the show to best present the musical elements
- Promoted a positive learning environment by providing constructive feedback and encouragement during rehearsal sessions with performers.
- Lead rehearsals by demonstrating specific song parts.
Vocal Director/Pianist
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA
08.2019 - 04.2021
- Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
- Optimized sound quality in recordings by utilizing advanced mixing techniques and professional audio software tools.
- Enhanced artists' creativity by providing expert guidance on song arrangements and production techniques.
- Created vocal arrangements to suit the cast
- Participated in the audition process to assist the directorial team in casting shows
- Worked virtually during Covid restrictions to produce the show online.
- Coached individual singers in their lead roles.
- Vocal Directed "The Sound of Music", "The Wedding Singer", and "It's a Wonderful Life" (an original musical adaptation of the movie)
Accompanist
Transcendence Theater Company
Sonoma, CA
10.2016 - 01.2020
- Collaborated with musical director to achieve desired tempi, arrangements, and performance standards in rehearsals for Holiday shows
- Collaborated with singers to prepare and perform special events in the community as outreach, promotion for the company, and entertainment
- Worked with teens in masterclass situations as accompanist
- Demonstrated ability to sight read and transpose on the spot, when necessary
Vocal Coach/Accompanist
Sonoma Academy
Santa Rosa, CA
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Implemented effective warm-up routines, reducing the risk of vocal strain and injury among students.
- Provided guidance on maintaining vocal health through proper nutrition, hydration, and rest habits.
- Coached students to improve solo performances in musical theater performances
- Accompanied rehearsals
- Coached the vocal ensemble, incorporating vocal arrangements
- Instructed proper breathing techniques for optimal vocal projection, improving overall tone quality and control.
- Increased student confidence through constructive feedback and positive reinforcement.
- Enhanced vocal techniques by identifying strengths and weaknesses of individual students.
Music Director/Accompanist/Vocal Director
Sonoma Arts Live
Sonoma, CA
08.2018 - 10.2018
- Studied scores to learn music in detail and develop interpretations.
- Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
- Utilized vocal arranging to suit the cast
- Worked to tailor the pre-recorded tracks to meet the needs of the director and cast based on tempo, timing in scenes, and keys
- Worked with sound techs to optimize the overall sound and blend of voices in the show
Vocalist/Soloist
Santa Rosa Pops Symphony
Santa Rosa, CA
03.2011 - 12.2017
- Impressed audiences with powerful vocals that showcased both technical skill and emotional depth.
- Worked with conductor to agree on tempo and collaboration with the orchestra
- Came to rehearsal prepared to perform on time and memorized
- Enhanced audience engagement by incorporating dynamic stage presence and vocal techniques.
Voice Teacher
European Vocal Camp
Nagawki, Poland
07.2017 - 07.2017
- Adapted teaching programs to meet individual and group needs.
- Taught masterclasses on audition techniques, musical theater, and classical singing style
- Teaching private lessons to students, helping with technique, interpretation, and musical skills
- Accompanied singers in the final camp concert
Music Director/Performer
New Spreckels Performing Arts Theater
Rohnert Park, CA
09.2012 - 05.2017
- Studied scores to learn music in detail and develop interpretations.
- Led live music performances and rehearsals, directing musicians to achieve top-notch performances.
- Developed and maintained relationships with artists, producers and other music professionals.
- Evaluated musician performance regularly, offering guidance on areas requiring improvement or adjustment in technique or interpretation.
- Collaborated with musicians for seamless coordination and optimal execution of live events.
- Planned and scheduled rehearsals and performances and arranged details such as locations, accompanists and instrumentalists.
- Fostered a positive rehearsal environment, promoting open communication and constructive feedback among musicians.
- Collaborated with performers and producers to determine and achieve desired sound for production.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Secured significant roles in well-received productions, demonstrating versatility and breadth of acting skills.
- Adapted quickly to directorial feedback and script changes, ensuring high-quality performances under tight deadlines.
- Established supportive and creative environment during rehearsals, fostering team cohesion and performance excellence.
- Assisted in the casting process by reviewing audition tapes and providing input on potential talent, helping to assemble strong ensemble casts.
- Performed as Marmee in "Little Women, Domina in "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum", Mrs. Gloop in "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory", Nimue in "Camelot", Zombina in "Zombies From the Beyond"
- Music and Vocal directed multiple shows, conducting from the keyboard, programming the keyboard, hiring musicians, participating in the audition process, running rehearsals and vocal arranging, coaching leads and teaching vocal parts to ensemble
Music Director/Vocal Coach/Performance
Raven Players
Healdsburg, CA
05.2010 - 07.2016
- Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
- Studied scores to learn music in detail and develop interpretations.
- Handled requests for specific musical selections.
- Led live music performances and rehearsals, directing musicians to achieve top-notch performances.
- Fostered a positive rehearsal environment, promoting open communication and constructive feedback among musicians.
- Collaborated with musicians for seamless coordination and optimal execution of live events.
- Determined voices, instruments, harmonic structures, rhythms, tempos and tone balances required to achieve effects desired in each musical composition.
Music Diretor/Vocal Coach
Cardinal Newman High School
Santa Rosa, CA
09.2011 - 10.2012
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
- Enhanced vocal techniques by identifying strengths and weaknesses of individual students.
- Facilitated group exercises to foster teamwork and communication skills among students.
- Implemented effective warm-up routines, reducing the risk of vocal strain and injury among students.
- Taught fundamentals such as projection, breathing and vocal techniques.
- Provided guidance on maintaining vocal health through proper nutrition, hydration, and rest habits.
- Coached ensembles in developing harmonies and blending voices for cohesive sound during group performances.
- Increased student confidence through constructive feedback and positive reinforcement.
- Played keyboards for performances and hired and rehearsed young musicians to play for the shows
Accompanist/Music Director
Cinnabar Theater
Petaluma, CA
06.2012 - 08.2012
- Vocal directed summer camps for teens and youth
- Accompanied all rehearsals and performances
- Assisted director in casting the shows
- Vocal arranged score to meet the skills of the performances
- Helped singers work on their vocal technique to build confidence in their performances
- Helped coach singers to optimize characterization
- Collaborated with director, choreographer, and artistic staff to meet the overall vision of the performance
Soloist
The California Symphony Orchestra
Walnut Creek, CA
12.2011 - 12.2011
- Worked with conductor to prepare solo pieces for a Holiday concert
- Was able to pivot and adjust to a change in the key of a piece at the last minute
- Was prompt and prepared for the one dress rehearsal the day of the concert
Voice Teacher/Accompanist/Counselor/Music Theory Tutor
Piedmont Children's Choirs Camp
Piedmont, CA
08.1995 - 08.2003
- Worked with Camp director to prepare for teaching music theory and private voice lessons to the students at camp
- Adapted to training for the camp to meet all the standards and safety procedures prescribed
- Performed as accompanist for the different levels of choirs and for individual singers for daily recitals
- Taught music theory to the students
- Taught daily private voice lessons to the students
- Sang in staff recitals
- Collaborated with all the other staff to make the camp run smoothly and so that students would have fun
Singer/Performer/Accompanist
Fulton Chorale
San Leandro, CA Ahwanee Hotel Yosemite
09.1995 - 12.1999
- Sang in the Fulton Chorale ensemble for performances in the Bracebridge Dinners at the Ahwahnee Hotel in Yosemite National Park for the Christmas holidays
- Performed in the Opera Concert and the Choir Concert over the holidays at the Ahwahnee Hotel
- Accompanied rehearsals for the Fulton Chorale
- Sang for recording the Bracebridge Dinners at Skywalker Ranch in 1996 and in 2001
Performer
San Franciso Opera
San Francisco, CA
03.1993 - 03.1997
- Sang Soprano I in the San Francisco Opera Extra Chorus for 3 seasons
- Learned transliteration of Russian, French, Italian languages for performances
- Learned choreography and movement for operas
- Easily worked with colleagues to make rehearsals and performances the highest level of professionalism
Education
Level 1 Certification - Vocal Pedagogy
Speech Level Singing
Los Angeles, CALevel IV Mentor Certified - Vocal Pedagogy
Institute For Vocal Advancement
Level 1 Certification - Vocal Pedagogy
Modern Vocal Training
Bachelor's in Music, Voice Performance, Cum Laude - Opera
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL12-1984
Skills
- Communication
- Team Building
- Conflict resolution
- Sight reading
- Transposition
- Vocal Coaching
- Assessing potential
Accomplishments
- Awarded Best Musical Direction for "Titanic the Musical" at Spreckels Performing Arts Center from the San Francisco Bay Area Theater Critics Circle
- Awarded Best Vocal Performance for "Hello Dolly" by the SOTA (Dolly Levi)
- Awarded Best Musical Direction for "The Little Mermaid" at Spreckels Performing Arts Center from SOTA
- Awarded Best Musical Direction for "Thoroughly Modern Mille" at 6th Street Playhouse
- Awarded Entire Production award for "Little Women" by San Francisco Bay Area Theater Critics Circle (Marmee)
- Nominated by TBA (Theater Bay Area) for musical direction for "Titanic, the Musical" Spreckels Performing Arts Center
Certification
- Certified Level 1 in Speech Level Singing
- Certified Level 4 Mentor in Institution for Vocal Advancement
- Certified Level 1 Modern Vocal Training
Interests
Timeline
Vocal Director/Pianist
Santa Rosa Junior College
08.2019 - 04.2021
Music Director/Accompanist/Vocal Director
Sonoma Arts Live
08.2018 - 10.2018
Vocal Coach/Accompanist
Sonoma Academy
08.2017 - 06.2019
Voice Teacher
European Vocal Camp
07.2017 - 07.2017
Pianist/Singer
The Center for Spiritual Living
10.2016 - 05.2023
Accompanist
Transcendence Theater Company
10.2016 - 01.2020
Music Director/Performer
Sixth Street Playhouse
02.2013 - 05.2023
Music Director/Performer
New Spreckels Performing Arts Theater
09.2012 - 05.2017
Accompanist/Music Director
Cinnabar Theater
06.2012 - 08.2012
Soloist
The California Symphony Orchestra
12.2011 - 12.2011
Vocal Coach/Assistant Music Director/Accompanist
Montgomery High School
10.2011 - 05.2023
Music Diretor/Vocal Coach
Cardinal Newman High School
09.2011 - 10.2012
Vocalist/Soloist
Santa Rosa Pops Symphony
03.2011 - 12.2017
Music Director/Vocal Coach/Performance
Raven Players
05.2010 - 07.2016
Singer/Performer/Accompanist
Fulton Chorale
09.1995 - 12.1999
Voice Teacher/Accompanist/Counselor/Music Theory Tutor
Piedmont Children's Choirs Camp
08.1995 - 08.2003
Performer
San Franciso Opera
03.1993 - 03.1997
Accompanist/Vocal Director/Music Director
Broadway Bound Kids
09.1992 - 11.2022
Owner/Voice Teacher/Coach TLM Vocal Training
Self
01.1992 - Current
Level 1 Certification - Vocal Pedagogy
Speech Level Singing
Level IV Mentor Certified - Vocal Pedagogy
Institute For Vocal Advancement
Level 1 Certification - Vocal Pedagogy
Modern Vocal Training
Bachelor's in Music, Voice Performance, Cum Laude - Opera
Northern Illinois University