Kendra S. (Voice & Piano)

Kendra Sampson has over 13 years of experience giving 1:1 voice lessons to students of all ages.  She holds a Bachelors of Music from UW-Eau Claire and a Masters of Music (performing and pedagogy) from Penn State.  Kendra’s extensive experience includes successfully preparing students for a vast array of competitions, auditions, and recitals.  Her teaching and performing experience encompasses several genres, including classical and operatic repertoire, musical theatre, and contemporary song.  In addition to teaching voice, Kendra also has classroom teaching experience instructing students in general music and music theory.  She has been a piano player for almost thirty years, and has accompanied choirs and students for over 20 years.  

Email:  kendra.sampson7@gmail.com

Education:
Master of Music, Voice Performance & Pedagogy; The Pennsylvania State University (2006)
Bachelor of Music, Applied Voice; University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire (2004)
 
Teaching Experience:
Performing Arts Faculty, accompanist, middle school choir and general music, AP Music Theory; International School of MN, Eden Prairie, MN (2014- 2015)
Private Studio Lessons; Shakopee High School, Shakopee, MN (2016-present)
Private Studio Lessons; Grace School of the Arts, Grace Church, Eden Prairie, MN (2016-present)
Private Studio Lessons; International School of MN, Eden Prairie, MN (2010-present)
Private Studio Lessons; Eden Prairie High School, Eden Prairie, MN (2008-present)
Private Studio Lessons; K&S Conservatory of Music, Woodbury, MN (2008-2012)
Classroom and Private Studio Lessons, Graduate Assistant; Penn State Univ. (2004-2006)
Vocal Director and Producer, “Footloose”, Eden Prairie High School, Eden Prairie, MN (fall 2014)
Vocal Director and Producer; “The Boyfriend”; Eden Prairie High School, Eden Prairie, MN (fall 2013)
Vocal Director; “Pirates of Penzance”; Eden Prairie High School, Eden Prairie, MN (fall 2012)
 
Performance:
Choral:

• The Singers, Minnesota Choral Artists (2009-2011)
  • All-Night Vigil, op. 37, Sergei Rachmaninoff (2009)
  • Lux Aeterna, Morten Lauridsen (2010)
  • Les Chansons des Roses, Morten Lauridson (2010)
  • Nocturnes, Morten Lauridson (2010)
  • Mid-Winter Songs, Morten Lauridson (2010)
  • Ode to Common Things, Cary Ratcliff (2010)
  • Mass, Igor Stravinsky (2010)
  • Requiem, Gabriel Fauré (2010)
  • Amass, Jocelyn Hagen (2011)
  • Coronation Mass in C, K. 317, W.A.Mozart (2014 Anniversary Chorus)
• University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire Concert Choir (2000-2004)
  • Jesu, meine Freude, Motet I, J.S. Bach (2000)
  • The Choral Fantasia, Op. 80, L. Beethoven (2002)
  • Mass in C, Op. 86, L. Beethoven (2002)
  • Liebeslieder Walzer, Op. 52, J. Brahms (2003)
  • Carmina Burana, Carl Orff (2003)
• University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire Women’s Concert Chorale (2000)
• University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire Chamber Choir (1999-2001)

Concert:

• Soprano Soloist, Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5, Villa Lobos; Penn State Cello Choir (2005)
• Frülingsstimmen, J. Strauss, Jr.; University Symphony Orchestra (2004)
• Soprano Soloist, Cantata No. 140, Wachet Auf, J.S. Bach (2003)
• Soprano Soloist, Liebeslieder Waltzer, Op. 52, J. Brahms (2003)

Operatic Roles:

• Königen der Nacht, Die Zauberflöte, W.A. Mozart; Penn State Opera Theatre (2005)
• Filina (Act. 1), Mignon, A. Thomas; Penn State Opera Theatre (2005)
• Nellie (Act. 1), Summer and Smoke,  L.Hoiby; Penn State Opera Theatre (2005)
• Maggie, Overtones, (premiere performance), D. Chavez; Penn State Opera Theatre (2004)
• Sophie (Act 3), Werther, J. Massenet; Penn State Opera Theatre (2004)
• Madeline (Scene 2), The Face on the Ballroom Floor, H. Mollicone; University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire Opera Theatre (2003)

Operetta/ Musical Theatre/ Other:

• Passion Church Worship Team, Maple Grove, MN (2013-2015)
• Woodland Hills Church Worship Team (2007-2010)
• Recitalist; Joint Recitals (2002, 2003), Solo Recital (2004), Graduate Recital (2006)
• Daughter, Pirates of Penzance, Gilbert and Sullivan, University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire Opera Theatre (2003)
• Member of “Impromptu”, a six-member A Cappella group; University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire (2002-2004)
• Featured Soloist and Company Member, “Cabaret” (annual variety show), University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire (2001-2004)

 
Professional Work Experience:
           Administrative Assistant; Gladstein, Neandross & Associates; Santa Monica, CA (2015-2016)
           Administrative Assistant; Gagnon, Inc., St. Paul, MN (2008-2010)
            Sales Manager; Office Team, Bloomington, MN (2008)
            Co-Manager; Victoria’s Secret, Woodbury, MN (2006-2008)
            Graduate Assistant; Penn State University (2004-2006)
 
Honors and Rewards:
           Second Place, Advanced Lower Division, NATS Regional Auditions (2005)
           Pi Kappa Lambda, Delta Theta Chapter; Music Honor Fraternity (inducted 2003)
 
Voice Teachers:

• Jennifer Trost
• Dr. Kristen Wunderlich
• Dr. Kathryn Proctor-Duax

Conductors:

• Dr. Matthew Culloton
• Dr. Gary Schwarthoff
• Gerardo Edelstein
• Nobuyoshi Yasuda

Master Classes:

• Daniel Bridston
• Suzanne Draayer​
  

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