Tenor
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Shawn M. Taylor
9442 Mikinda Ave • La Habra, CA 90631
562-690-2856 • 562-448-4702 • tenorsmt@aol.com
Objective
Opera, Solo and other vocal opportunities, including conducting and guitar.
Educational Background
Masters in Music Education – Bob Cole Conservatory of Music at California State University, Long Beach.
January 2009.
Teaching Credential - California State University, Fullerton,
Completed 1986 in Social Studies with authorizations in Music and Physical Science.
BA Social Studies and Music - California Baptist College, Riverside,
Graduated 1985
Employment History
Choir, Guitar and Science Teacher - Katella High School - Anaheim, CA,
2006-Present.
Choir, Guitar and Science Teacher - Warren High School - Downey, CA,
2003-2005.
Choir and Science Teacher - Pioneer High School - Whittier, CA,
2002-2003.
Choir and Science Teacher - Rancho-Starbuck Int. School - Whittier, CA,
1988 - 2002.
Choir and History Teacher - University Heights Middle School - Riverside, CA,
1986 - 1988.
Gondolier - Gondola Getaway - Long Beach, CA
Summers - 1988 - 1998.
Self employed house painter - Current, since 1988. (Licensed Contractor)
Audio Visual Technician - California State University, Fullerton, CA,
1985 - 1986.
Sound and Lighting Technician and Stage Manager - California Baptist College, Riverside, CA, 1981 - 1985.
Productions:
• Upcoming –Chorus and Ruiz (double cast) Il Trovatore, LA Met, Nov 2013.
• Upcoming – Chorus, Death of Klinghoffer, Long Beach Opera, March, 2014.
• Ralph, “H.M.S. Pinafore.” The Attic Theatre, Costa Mesa, Sep. 2013.
• Tenor Soloist, Redlands Opera Theatre Gala, August, 2013.
• Tenor Soloist, Sunday Soiree, Vista, CA, August, 2013
• ,Tenor section leader, California Philharmonic Chorale,
with Marya Basaraba, July, Aug. 2013.
• Tenor Soloist, Camerata of Los Angeles, Grand Mass in cm and Magnificat, June 2013.
• Chorus, “Cavalleria Rusticana” Pacific Lyric Opera, June 2013.
• The Duke, “Le roi s'amuse/Rigoletto script to score scene” Vineyard Touring Opera, June 2013.
• Tenor section leader, Golden State Pops Orchestra Chorale, Varese Sarabande 35 th Anniversary Concert Gala, with Marya Basaraba, May, 2013.
• Soloist and Chorus for the Norris Theatre Benefit “A Century of Music in the Movies,” with Daniel Thomas, April, 2013.
• Basilio, “The Marriage of Figaro” LA Met, April 2013.
• Chorister, “Camelia la Tejana” Long Beach Opera, March 2013.
• Tenor Soloist, Sunday Soiree, Vista, CA., Jan/Feb 2013.
• Dr. Blind and Chorus Master, “Die Fledermaus” – LA Met, December, 2012.
• John Jacob Astor, “The Titanic” Norton Playhouse, Nov. 2012.
• Chorus Master, “Saluta L'Italia” LA Met, Oct. 2012.
• John Jacob Astor, “The Titanic” Costa Mesa Playhouse, Aug. 2012.
• Tenor Soloist, Sunday Soiree, Vista, CA., Aug. 2012.
• Nanki-Poo, “The Mikado” – G & S Company, Ventura Co., July, 2012.
• Opera scenes, Tenor solos and chorus parts – LA Met, May 2012.
• Tenor Soloist, Mozart's Regina Coeli and Requiem –May 2012.
• El Remendado, “Carmen” – Pacific Lyric Opera, May/June 2012.
• Chorister , “Breasts of Tiresias “ – Long Beach Opera, March 2012.
• Blind, “Die Fledermaus” – LA Met January, 2012.
• El Remendado and El Dancairo, “Carmen” – LA Met October, 2011.
• Armored Man and understudy for Monostatos, “Magic Flute” October, 2011.
• “Carol of the Bells” in the stage play, “Christmas in July.” July 2011.
• Chorister, “Moscow, Cherry Town” with Long Beach Opera, May 2011.
• Chorister, “Akhnaten” with Long Beach Opera, March 2011.
• Musical Director for “South Pacific” at BIOLA Youth Theatre – 2003.
• Danny Zuko , “Grease” at Pioneer High School (Teacher) - Nov. 2002.
• Tenor Soloist, Bach's Magnificat, Westwood Presbyterian, June 2002.
• Tenor Soloist, “The Messiah,” Several times through the years.
• Tenor Soloist, “The Seven Last Words of Christ.” Two productions.
• Musical Director, “Wizard of Oz” at La Habra Depot Theatre, Summer 1999.
Seasonal:
• “The Other Reindeer” Caroling group, 2011-2012
• “Starlight Carolers” Caroling group, Currently employed.
• Charles Dickens Carolers, Christmas 2009 – 2010. Current.
• Dickens Caroling group for five years at EV Free Fullerton Church.
• Performed “Star Spangled Banner” at NHL hockey games and Angels Stadium.
• Gondolier for Gondola Getaway in Long Beach. Rowed and performed solos for 10 years.
• Pacific Chorale singer for three years.
Church Work:
• Worship leader in various areas of church work and churches including,
• St. Bede's Episcopal Church, LA, Section Leader, Currently Employed.
• Choir member, soloist, guitar player and worship leader in many areas,
First Evangelical Free Church, Fullerton.
• Choir member and soloist, St. Cross Episcopal, Hermosa Beach.
• Choir member, Nativity Catholic Church, Rancho Santa Fe..
• Choir member, Emmanuel Lutheran, La Habra.
• Soloist and worship leader, Christian Science Church, Manhattan Beach.
and Rancho Palos Verdes.
• Tenor/Baritone Section leader sub, Oneonta Cong. Church, Pasadena.
Educational:
• Vocal Music teacher since 1987.
• Guest adjudicator and conductor at the Anaheim Union High School District choir festival for three years.
• Adjudicator for the Southern California Vocal Association.
• Adjudicator for Park Newport “Choral Fest” choir festival.
• Started a guitar program at Warren High School and Katella High School.
• Developed a new choir program at La Habra High School.
• Created the Elementary Honor Choir for Lowell-Joint School District.
• Hosted festivals at my school for 10 years.
• Earned numerous superior and excellent ratings in choir festivals.
• Organized and directed talent shows for entire teaching career.
• Organized the Southern California Junior High Honor Choir for three years with the Southern California Vocal Association.
• Board member of the Southern California Vocal Association - 14 years.
• Attended and organized many music training conferences and workshops.
• Organized a trip to:
New York (Carnegie Hall) in 2003/2004 with Jazz Choir at Warren High
Reno Jazz festival in 2003, 2004 and 2008.
Colorado, University of Northern Colorado Jazz Festival.
San Diego in 1997-1998 with junior High Choir to tour various schools.
• Continue to organize numerous trips each year to various festivals.
• Two traveling groups in college (1981-85)
• Madrigal singers – classical, a cappella group.
• Light! - contemporary christian group.
Mentors:
• Have worked with conductors including: John Alexander, Jonathan Talberg,
Lee Vail, Al Brightbill, Jester Hairston, Joseph Husti, Vance Wolverton, Andreas Mitisek, Ben Makino, Howie Stevenson, David Music.
Recent Training:
Lisa Popeil and Bill Vendice
Other Qualifications
• Extensive stage lighting and sound experience.
• General painting, artistic painting and construction experience.
• Ability to organize and administrate large scale programs including:
Musical and stage productions.
Develop and research new trends and possibilities for effective programs.
• Advanced computer literacy on Mac Computers - also knowledgeable with PC.
Personal Data
• Born May 19, 1963
• Approximately 200 lbs
• 5' 10” tall, Brown Hair, Caucasian.
• Married since 1986 to Laura. 2 children, Jeremy and Nikolas.
References
Andreas Mitisek – Long Beach Opera – 562-432-5934
Ben Makino – Long Beach Opera – 714-865-4866
Linda Jackson – LA Met l'Opera – 310-780-4485
Eric Carampatan – Long Beach Opera / Cal Baptist Univ - 626-253-0301
Dan Wilson – Long Beach Opera Chorus – 310-227-4980
Peabody Southwell – Opera Singer - 917-334-8081
Roberto Gomez – Opera Singer – 310-701-5386
Dr. Jason Allemann - Supervisor – 949-554-5704
drjpac@hotmail.com
Kathy Arce - Supervisor - 714-999-3621
2200 E. Wagner Ave, Anaheim, CA 92806
Robert Kimble - Supervisor - 714-999-3621
2200 E. Wagner Ave, Anaheim, CA 92806
Dr. Susanne Reid - Friend / Vocal Professor - 714-556-3610
55 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Bill McIntosh - Friend / Music Educator - 714-854-9722
2029 Jeffrey Cir. Placentia, CA. 92870
Lisa Popiel - Friend / Voice Teacher - 818-906-7229
14431 Ventura Blvd. #402 Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Jeanette Jones - Teacher / Co-worker - 562-691-1295
1061 N. Euclid Ave. La Habra, CA 90631
Tom Dunn - Friend/Musician - 714-758-8756
1867 W. Victoria Ave. Anaheim, CA 92804
Grant Burdick - Friend - 562-691-4288
1370 Kashlan La Habra Heights, CA 90631
Jack and Heather Ketchem - Family - 714-529-0131
1642 Eucalyptus St. Brea, CA 92821