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Acting with Shelley M.

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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 10-80
Speaks English, Italian (-International Phonetic Alphabet), German (-International Phonetic Alphabet), French (-International Phonetic Alphabet)
Teaching since 2011
Meisner in Music

    Perfect Your Monologue with Top Acting Coaching from a Professional

    Each Lesson will consist of a check-in on your goals in relation to acting. Feel free to bring in scenes, or monologues you are wanting to work, or we can look for other material as well. Work highly focuses on character circumstances, and developing a journey. CANCELATION POLICY: Students must communicate any cancellations or adjustments 24 hours in advance to avoid charges. Any cancellations made to lessons within the 24 hour window will be charged if unable to reschedule within the same week.

    Instructor details

    Location:
    Teaches Online
    Teaches Online

    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    7 AM-10 AM
    11 AM-12:30 PM
    1 PM-1:45 PM
    2:30 PM-3:30 PM
    5 PM-6 PM
    Tuesday
    4 PM-6 PM
    Thursday
    11 AM-3 PM
    3:30 PM-6 PM
    Saturday
    9 AM-11:30 AM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $50
    45 minutes
    $75
    60 minutes
    $85

    About Shelley M.

    4.9
    (60)
    I'm a professional singer/teacher residing in New York City with degrees from Indiana State University School of Music, and New York University with a specialization in Classical Art Song, Musical Theatre Repertoire, and Vocal Pedagogy. Every lesson is about YOU. So each week we will take a look at your goals for the lesson, whether you are preparing for college auditions, school talents shows, a desire to work with music theory, or piano skills, this is your opportunity to explore. Everything is possible. As a professional singer myself, I am constantly auditioning on broadway, off-broadway, and for smaller local and regional theater opportunities. I believe that as a teacher I have to continue to be in the field and learning as the industry continues to change. I have to be aware of the opportunities in this business. I have been hired by professional opera and musical theatre companies, in additional to large choral works as a soloist, and have a private studio in Washington Heights. Prior to NYC I taught middle school choir for 200+ students, of which I received teacher of the year in 2012. I also still hold a valid teaching license in the state of Indiana. ONLINE LESSONS: Due to the current nature of our society and the influence of CoVid-19 my studio is only currently teaching lessons online until further notice. STUDIO CANCELLATION POLICY: Because of the nature of singing, and how important consistency is, having lessons regularly is incredibly important. Additionally, due to the nature of lesson times being reserved in my schedule, it is always courtesy to keep scheduled lessons as much as possible. - Planned absences (such as vacations, religious events, holidays, school functions, etc) are eligible for rescheduling or cancellation if given at least two weeks notice in writing (text or email communication) - Unforeseen events (emergencies, sudden illness, etc) totally happen. In the case of such an event, please contact me as soon as possible, preferably within 24 hours so I can possibly give that time to another student. Lessons canceled with less than 24 hours will not be rescheduled and will be marked as "missed" with a charge.
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    Tori
    Online
    I love working with Shelley! I started lessons with Shelley with no real singing experience, and I have learned and improved a lot since working with her. Shelley has made me feel comfortable from the beginning –– in singing and even in using my speaking voice more confidently. I really appreciate her mind-body-voice approach, and that she encourages me to use our lessons as a way to check in with myself. She is very flexible and fun with her approach, and always meets me where I'm at. I look forward to our lessons and definitely recommend Shelley!
    Posted Dec 26, 2023
    Teron
    Online
    Shelley is such an amazing vocal coach! She has helped me improve so much with not only auditions but my performance in school musicals as a whole. Shelley coaches with techniques and warmups that allow me to strengthen within theatre. I am so thankful she is my vocal coach! I highly recommend her!
    Posted Dec 6, 2023
    Rosemary
    Teacher's studio
    Breathing!
    Posted Dec 5, 2023
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    Experience

    Church Soloist/Cantor

    Jan, 2023 - Present

    St. Jean Baptiste Catholic Church

    Church Soloist/Cantor

    Jan, 2022 - Present

    St. Edward the Martyr ( East Harlem NYC )

    Catherine/Adolfa

    Aug, 2019 - Sep, 2019

    Hudson Guild Theater

    New York Premier of "GATSBY: A New Musical" written by Danielle Moore & Jacob Ryan Smith; based on the infamous novel "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Director: Danielle Moore Musical Director: Sara Linger Stage Manager: Joseph Heike

    Soprano Soloist - BRAHMS REQUIEM

    Apr, 2019 - May, 2019

    New York Chamber Choir

    Saint Ignatius of Antioch Episcopal Church Director: Alistair Hamilton

    Mentor/Voice Teacher

    Sep, 2018 - Present

    ArtSmart

    Teaching Private Voice Lessons within New York Public Schools. Harlem Village Academy ( Fall 2022 - Present ) Celia Cruz H.S ( Fall 2020 - Spring 2022) East Williamsburg Scholars Academy (Fall 2018 - Present ) Brooklyn Tech High School( Fall 2019 - Spring 2020) East New York Family Academy ( Fall 2022- Present )

    Cabaret Singer

    Sep, 2018 - Sep, 2018

    The Benanti Group

    Opera in Blue Jeans Cabaret Venue: The Duplex

    Vocal Teaching Artist

    Jul, 2018 - Aug, 2020

    West Side YMCA ( New York City )

    Working with K-6 Students to access their vocal potential through music, dance, and art.

    Narrator (Mirror of Truth)

    May, 2018 - Jun, 2018

    Dixon Place Performing Arts Theatre

    Devised theatre production of a young girls journey to discover what's inside of her.

    Artistic Director of NYCC Youth Ensemble

    Apr, 2018 - Dec, 2019

    New York City Youth Chamber Choir

    Private Voice Teacher 2018-2019 Artistic Director of NYCC Youth August 2019-Jan. 2020

    Soprano Soloist- Handel's DIXIT DOMINUS

    Mar, 2018 - May, 2018

    New York Chamber Choir

    Director: Alistair Hamilton

    Adjunct Voice Faculty

    Sep, 2016 - May, 2017

    New York University

    Provided quality instruction and learning experiences in vocal development to non- majors at New York University. Teaching responsibilities included providing lessons to students of various skill levels, demonstrating appropriate techniques through vocal warm-ups, selecting appropriate repertoire and continuously adapting methods to facilitate healthy vocal growth. Developed a variety of assignments that required academic and vocal requirements to become entwined in achievement of a grade. Academic projects ranged from transcriptions to research assignments with multiple due dates throughout the weeks to ensure continued understanding in vocal development throughout the semester. Required all students to be knowledgeable of basic music theory, and historical references of repertoire. In addition to extensive analysis of character circumstances.

    Adriana ( The Boys from Syracuse )

    Sep, 2016 - Oct, 2016

    New York University Steinhardt

    Professional production of Rogers & Hart's "The Boys from Syracuse" based on William Shakespeares comedy of errors. Director: Meg Bussert Musical Director: Grant Wenaus Provincetown Playhouse

    Clare ( The Secret Garden )

    Aug, 2016 - Sep, 2016

    New York University Steinhardt

    Professional Production of "The Secret Garden" Director: M.K Lawson Musical Director: Stan Tucker Frederick Loewe Theatre

    Pit Singer ( COMPANY )

    Sep, 2015 - Oct, 2015

    Tisch New Theatre

    Professional production of Sondheims "COMPANY" by Tisch New Theatre.

    Fiordispina ( L'impresario in Angustie)

    May, 2014 - Aug, 2014

    La Musica Lirica

    Professional production of "L'impresario in Angustie" by Domenic Cimarosa. Performed in Novefeltria, Italy. Director: Bill Florescu ( Florentine Opera Co.) Musical Director: Jeffrey Price

    Vixen/Opera Chorus (The ThreePenny Opera)

    Sep, 2013 - Nov, 2013

    Indianapolis Opera Co.

    2013-2014 Season Director: Bill Fabri Chorus Master: John Schmid Artistic Director/Conductor: James Caraher

    Spinning Chorus (The Flying Dutchman)

    Mar, 2013 - May, 2013

    Indianapolis Opera Co.

    2012 - 2013 Season Director: Joachim Schamberger Chorus Master: John Schmid Artistic Director/Conductor: James Caraher

    Choral Director

    Aug, 2012 - May, 2015

    Washington Township School Corp.

    Education

    Bachelor of Music, Vocal Performance

    Aug, 2006 - Dec, 2011

    Indiana State University

    Meisner in Music

    Jan, 2021 - Oct, 2022

    https://www.meisnerinmusic.com/

    Scene Study/Improvisation

    May, 2017 - Jan, 2018

    Deena Levy Theatre Studio

    Advanced Certificate in Vocal Pedagogy

    Aug, 2016 - May, 2017

    New York University

    Master of Music, Vocal Performance

    Aug, 2015 - May, 2017

    New York University

    Emerging Artist Program

    Jun, 2015 - Jul, 2015

    OperaWorks 2015

    Bachelor of Music Education

    Aug, 2006 - May, 2012

    Indiana State University

    Certifications

    Professional Educator’s License, K-12 Vocal & General Music- Exp.12/2021

    Nov, 2012

    Department of Education, State of Indiana

    2002 Rules

    Basic Life Support Certification- Exp. 5/2021

    May, 2019

    American Safety & Health Institute

    Shelley M. has successfully completed and competently performed the required knowledge and skill objectives for this BASIC LIFE SUPPORT ( CPR and AED) program

    Basic First Aid Certification- Exp. 5/2021

    May, 2019

    American Safety & Health Institute

    Shelley M. has successfully completed and competently performed the require knowledge and still objectives for this program.

    Dignity for All Students Act- Certification

    Jan, 2018

    Mercy College

    Awards

    Paul W. Hagan Concerto Competition

    Nov, 2011

    Indiana State University School of Music

    First Year- TEACHER OF THE YEAR

    May, 2013

    Washington Township School Corp.

    Affiliations

    National Association of Teachers of Singing

    Aug, 2009

    Founded in 1944, National Association of Teachers of Singing, Inc. (NATS) is the largest professional association of teachers of singing in the world with more than 7,000 members worldwide.

    Phi Kappa Lambda

    Jan, 2010

    The purpose of this Society is to provide an organization dedicated to the furtherance of music in education and education in music in colleges, universities, and other institutions of higher learning, which offer music degree programs in one or more fields. The primary objective of the Society is the recognition and encouragement of the highest level of musical achievement and academic scholarship.

    Languages

    French (-International Phonetic Alphabet)

    Professional Proficiency

    English

    Native Proficiency

    Italian (-International Phonetic Alphabet)

    Professional Proficiency

    German (-International Phonetic Alphabet)

    Professional Proficiency

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