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Classical Voice with Michael M.

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Age: 5+
Teaching since 2017
BA in Music

    About Michael M.

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    I am a professional singer in Los Angeles with credits ranging from opera to Disney. With over 15 years of professional experience, I practice what I teach to maintain my voice and have been lucky to have had great teachers along the way. I started my career in opera and choral ensemble work. Formerly I have been a young artist at Opera Tampa and an ensemble recording artist with Oregon Catholic Press. In my three years in LA I have expanded my resume rapidly. In addition to being a member of two choral ensembles (LA Choral Lab and Tonality) and have sung this past season with the Los Angeles Master Chorale under the baton of Gustavo Dudamel. In session work, I maintain an active career. Most recently I sang for Disney's The Lion King. I have also sung for Game of Thrones Live at the Forum and Assassin's Creed Live for E3. Two years ago I provided vocals for a Nissan national ad campaign. Not only do I sing, but I'm also a Voiceover artist represented by AB2 talent. There's not a day goes by that I don't practice vocal artistry. Singing with a strong foundation in the classical style has given me many opportunities to perform in some amazingly diverse situations. Although I specialize in classical voice, the bel canto technique I employ encourages flexibility and can prepare you to feel comfortable singing in every genre.

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    Jessica
    Student's home
    Michael is great - a fun teacher who also manages to be professional and inspiring. He's got tons of experience and readily shares it to ensure you get the most out of your lessons.
    Posted Dec 4, 2019
    Abram Poliakoff
    Teacher's studio
    You will love taking lessons from Michael! Not only does he have a lot of real-world experience performing in the music business here in Los Angeles, but he is also incredibly down-to-earth and inviting. You will have no problem feeling comfortable enough to start taking risks and improving your voice under his guidance!
    Posted Sep 11, 2019
    Camille
    Teacher's studio
    Michael rocks! He's a fantastic singer and a wonderful person. He's supportive, encouraging, and an absolute pleasure to work with. He brings tons of solo, choral, and studio experience to lessons, which makes him well equipped to help you reach your singing goals.
    Posted Sep 9, 2019
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    Experience

    Baritone Section leader

    Oct, 2019 - Present

    St. James in the City

    Recently joined the professional choir for St. James in the City in Los Angeles, CA.

    Voice Teacher

    Jul, 2019 - Present

    Neighborhood Music School

    I teach at a local music school once a week to give back to my community.

    Young Artist

    Aug, 2010 - Oct, 2010

    Opera Tampa

    I was selected from a field of hopefuls to be employed as a young artist. Involved with the job was performing outreach and singing for young and old, from large stages to living rooms. In addition to spreading the word, we were the fundraising arm of the company entertaining donors at private parties. We were also cast in the mainstage opera The Merry Widow.

    Section Leader

    Sep, 2004 - Jun, 2007

    Trinity Episcopal Cathedral

    Churches with strong music programs often employ local singers to bolster the ranks of their singers. I was hired right out of high school to be a section leader for their premier choirs.

    Singing

    Sep, 2004 - Present

    Myself

    I've been singing professionally since right out of high school and have experience in all kinds of situations you may have questions about. And I'm sure that if I can't answer the question, I know someone who can.

    Education

    BA in Music

    Sep, 2004 - Jun, 2009

    Portland State University

    Certifications

    TEFL

    May, 2015

    Bridge TEFL

    Completed a course to teach English as a foreign language when I was living abroad and taught English as a second language for a year a half.

    Awards

    Ruth Dobson Award for Operatic Excellence

    Apr, 2009

    Portland State University

    Affiliations

    Screen Actors Guild/American Federation of Television and Radio Artists

    Oct, 2018

    An American labor union representing over 160,000 film and television principal and background performers, journalists, and radio personalities worldwide.

    American Guild of Musical Artists

    Apr, 2019

    An American labor union that represents 8,000 current and retired opera singers, ballet and other dancers, opera directors, backstage production personnel at opera and dance companies, and figure skaters.

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