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SHAWN TAYLOR
Tenor
 
(800) 334-1225
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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