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Miranda Powell

Musician + Entertainer
Antioch

Summary

Experienced, versatile, + seasoned musician with extensive, professional training in piano and vocals across wide span of classical and commercial genres. Regularly performs high-energy, four-hour shows and adapts swiftly to crowd response. Quick-thinking, character-driven, and always audience-minded. Excels in delivering engaging shows for diverse crowds. Choral, classical, and theatre upbringing. Confident lead vocalist and bandleader. Thrives on group communication + teamwork. Welcoming, open leadership style focused on careful, thoughtful listening. Achieved Commercial Music Bachelor of Music at Belmont University in 2018.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Freelance Musician

Self-employeed
05.2018 - Current


  • Well-versed in wide variety of classical and commercial styles: (pop, rock, R&B, funk, jazz, country, Broadway theatre, and classical)
  • Over 20 years of professional training as a pianist
  • Over 10 years of professional training as a vocalist, including theatrical training
  • 4-year college student of Dr. Bruce Dudley (Master of Music in Jazz Performance from Eastman University)
  • Residencies at Chief's and Eddie V's on Broadway (high-energy, continuous 4-hour shows consisting of wide genre repertoire)
  • Fulfills requests for hundreds of songs
  • Regular pianist/vocalist with Emerald Empire Band performing weddings and corporate events (ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception music)
  • Currently on Christ Presbyterian Church's roster as a vocalist/pianist and guest worship leader
  • Writer, arranger, co-producer of solo artist project
  • Pianist/vocalist for Music for Seniors outreach
    community program (crafting tailored programs for senior communities that encourage participation thorough playful engagement and familiar tunes)


Piano Teacher

Music & Arts + Franklin Brentwood Arts Acadmey
08.2018 - Current


• Teaches musical concepts to students of all ages
and skill levels
• Demonstrates strong verbal skills by clearly
communicating concepts
• Flexible in adapting to a variety of learning styles,
including students with physical and developmental
special needs
• Selects course materials and music appropriate for
preschool, elementary, middle, and high schools, as
well as college + adult students
• Prepares students professionally for
performances
• Coordinates with staff to ensure each student
receives individualized attention
• Keeps careful, organized company record of
students' progress, goals, recitals, and milestones
• Selects course materials + prepares weekly
assignments
• Communicates with parents regarding student
progress
• Aids students in developing personal goals and
showcasing new skills in recitals

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Commercial Music

Belmont University
Nashville, TN
08.2014 - 05.2018

Skills

    Confident Bandleader Lead Vocalist

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Timeline

Piano Teacher

Music & Arts + Franklin Brentwood Arts Acadmey
08.2018 - Current

Freelance Musician

Self-employeed
05.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Commercial Music

Belmont University
08.2014 - 05.2018
Miranda PowellMusician + Entertainer