Brenda Bailey
Fenton,MO
Summary
Experienced Vocal Coach with a proven track record of helping performers at all skill levels advance their abilities, gain confidence, and conquer new amateur and professional challenges. Skilled in interpreting songs and guiding singers to embody the music, evoking emotional responses from audience members. Specializes in providing voice instruction to adolescents and young adults, dedicated to nurturing their talent and helping them reach their full potential.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Voice Teacher, Bailey Voice Studio
Self Employed
05.2009 - Current
- Expanded students'' musical repertoire by introducing them to various genres, styles, and composers.
- Mentored aspiring singers on audition preparation for school performances or local competitions, resulting in successful auditions.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a comfortable learning environment for optimal growth in vocal abilities.
- Collaborated with other voice teachers to exchange best practices and improve overall teaching methodologies.
- Facilitated workshops focused on advanced vocal techniques such as vibrato control or ornamentation execution for more experienced singers looking to expand their skillset further.
- Organized engaging recitals to showcase students'' talents and boost their confidence in performing publicly.
- Demonstrated patience when working with students who struggled with certain concepts or had difficulty grasping new techniques, leading to eventual mastery and increased selfconfidence.
- Enhanced students'' vocal techniques by providing personalized coaching and constructive feedback.
- Implemented effective warm-up exercises that improved students'' vocal range, pitch accuracy, and breath control.
- Provided guidance on performance etiquette, stage presence, and audience engagement during recitals or concerts.
- Increased student performance levels by consistently monitoring progress and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
- Advised musicians on proper care of their voice through diet choices, hydration habits, and restful sleep patterns to optimize vocal health over time.
- Cultivated a supportive learning atmosphere by creating an open dialogue between teacher and student, encouraging questions and fostering an environment where mistakes were seen as opportunities for growth.
- Taught fundamentals such as projection, breathing and vocal techniques.
- Helped students prepare for auditions and special events.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Taught performers of varying skill levels ways to improve overall range.
- Fostered love for art and learning to inspire students to pursue passions and interests.
Private Voice Teacher
Self Employed
10.2001 - 03.2009
Private Voice Teacher, Bailey Voice Studio
Self-employed
08.1990 - 07.2001
Private Voice Teacher, Bailey Voice Studio
Self Employed
08.1985 - 08.1990
Education
Master of Music - Vocal Performance
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN08.1987
Bachelor of Music - Music Education
Samford University
Birmingham, AL05.1985
Skills
- Vocal health maintenance
- Patience and Encouragement
- Performance Coaching
- Audition preparation
- Vocal Warm-Up Techniques
- Breath Control Mastery
- Student Goal Setting
- Vocal Range Expansion
- Expert Vocal Technique
- Song Selection Guidance
- Voice Improvement Techniques
- Creativity and Artistic Expression
Affiliations
NATS (National Association of Teachers of Singing)
Invitedtocoach
High School choirs
Recommendedby
- Choral Directors
- Musical Theater Teachers
Studentaccomplishments
- 26 students awarded to the Tennessee Governor's School for the Arts in Music and Theater
- Student accepted into the St. Louis Opera Artist in Training Program, St. Louis, MO
- Placement of voice students in Schools of Music all over the United States with voice scholarships
Studentplacements
- Wheaton Conservatory of Music
- New York University
- University of Tennessee
- Austin-Peay University
- Missouri State University
- Oklahoma State University
- Florida State University
- Birmingham Southern University
- Middle Tennessee State University
- Carson-Newman College
- Belmont University
- University of Miami
- University of Missouri
- University of North Carolina, Greensboro
- The University of Alabama
- Capital Conservatory of Music
- Union University
- Samford University
- SEMO
- Depauw
Studentperformances
- Manhattan Children's Theater, New York, NY
- Knoxville Opera Company, Knoxville, TN
- Cumberland County Playhouse, Crossville, TN
- Nashville Opera, Nashville, TN
- Roane County Playhouse, Oak Ridge, TN
- Kirkwood Theater, Kirkwood, MO
- Jefferson County Community College, MO. Summer Theater
- Gateway Center for Performing Arts, St. Louis, MO
- Ignite Theater, St. Louis MO.
Vocalcompetitions
- Regional NATS Competition
- Solo Competition at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN
- Schmidt Vocal Competition at Belmont University, Nashville, TN
Performingexperience
- Apprentice, Knoxville Opera Company, Knoxville, TN, 1985-1987
- Countess Ceprano, Verdi's Rigoletto, Knoxville Opera Company, Knoxville, TN, 1985-1987
- The Second Lady, Mozart's The Magic Flute, Knoxville Opera Company, Knoxville, TN, 1985-1987
- The Composer, Richard Strauss' Ariadne auf Naxos, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN, 1985-1987
- Rosalinda, Johann Strauss' Die Fledermaus, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN, 1985-1987
- Mrs. Page, Nicolai's The Merry Wives of Windsor, Samford University, Birmingham, AL, 1980-1985
- Hansel, Humperdinck's Hansel and Gretel, Samford University, Birmingham, AL, 1980-1985
- Mrs. Gleaton, Carlisle Floyd's Susannah, Samford University, Birmingham, AL, 1980-1985
- The Nursing Sister, Puccini's Suor Angelica, Samford University, Birmingham, AL, 1980-1985
- Leah, The Woman at the Well by K. Lee Scott, Samford University, Birmingham, AL, 1980-1985
- Lia, Debussy's L'Enfant Prodigue, Samford University, Birmingham, AL, 1992
- Soprano soloist, Handel's Messiah, Mendelssohn's Elijah, Samford University, Birmingham, AL, 1992
Commercialsinging
7, Belmont University, Nashville, TN
Recordingstudios
Nashville, TN
Performanceexperience
- Classical singing
- Commercial singing
- Opera
- Jazz
- Musical theater
- R&B
- Country
Personal Information
Specialization: Specializing in voice instruction of adolescents and young adults
Timeline
Private Voice Teacher, Bailey Voice Studio
Self Employed
05.2009 - Current
Private Voice Teacher
Self Employed
10.2001 - 03.2009
Private Voice Teacher, Bailey Voice Studio
Self-employed
08.1990 - 07.2001
Private Voice Teacher, Bailey Voice Studio
Self Employed
08.1985 - 08.1990
Master of Music - Vocal Performance
University of Tennessee
Bachelor of Music - Music Education
Samford University
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