Register for the Program
The VOICE AUDITION SUMMER WORKSHOP
is PYCO School of Music’s newest summer offering in 2018!
Whether you’re auditioning for your school production,
a college program, or a professional company,
this Audition Workshop will help you put your best foot forward!
July 16-20, 2018
9 am - 1 pm
Open to rising 9th - 12th graders
(8th graders accepted by audition)
Recital: Friday, July 20th at 12:00 pm
The program addresses everything from how to research opportunities,
choosing appropriate audition repertoire,
what to expect at auditions in various artistic mediums,
how to pick just the right monologue,
what makes a great headshot,
how to create a professional performance resume,
and provides all students the opportunity to perform and polish their audition materials.
Includes:
- Audition masterclass where each student will perform audition materials and receive feedback
from esteemed industry professionals as well as their peers.
- Headshot sessions and new headshots for each program attendant
- Creating a Performance Resume
- Working with an accompanist
- Individual resume critique with a faculty member
- Picking the right monologue for you
- Appropriate vocal repertoire for you
- Acting the song
- What to wear to different types of auditions
- What to expect at auditions for film, musical theater, classical voice,
contemporary voice, as well as college auditions
- How to tackle nerves
This program will not only help young musicians be prepared for whatever audition they have next,
but teach them the process of HOW TO PREPARE THEMSELVES FOR ANY AUDITION IN THEIR FUTURE!
Location:
PYCO School of Music
150 Lake Drive, Wexford, PA 15090
Participation Requirements:
Two song selections (can be classical, musical theater, jazz, pop, etc.)
Sheet music for these selections
A list of all accomplishments: music and non music related
Audition Information:
An audition for this workshop is NOT required. However, we ask you to submit a video of you singing the two song selections you would like to work on during the workshop to info@pycosom.com. This video may be accompanied by piano, backtrack, or sung a capella. A YouTube recording is preferred. Consult with your teacher for the best song selection for your recording.
Program Tuition: $350
(Siblings receive 10% discount)
Comprehensive tuition includes tuition, snacks, professional head-shots (digital & print), accompanist fees, and activities.
Click Here to Register for the Program
Early drop-off and late pick-up available for an additional charge
For more information email info@pycosom.com, or call 724-934-7529
is PYCO School of Music’s newest summer offering in 2018!
Whether you’re auditioning for your school production,
a college program, or a professional company,
this Audition Workshop will help you put your best foot forward!
July 16-20, 2018
9 am - 1 pm
Open to rising 9th - 12th graders
(8th graders accepted by audition)
Recital: Friday, July 20th at 12:00 pm
The program addresses everything from how to research opportunities,
choosing appropriate audition repertoire,
what to expect at auditions in various artistic mediums,
how to pick just the right monologue,
what makes a great headshot,
how to create a professional performance resume,
and provides all students the opportunity to perform and polish their audition materials.
Includes:
- Audition masterclass where each student will perform audition materials and receive feedback
from esteemed industry professionals as well as their peers.
- Headshot sessions and new headshots for each program attendant
- Creating a Performance Resume
- Working with an accompanist
- Individual resume critique with a faculty member
- Picking the right monologue for you
- Appropriate vocal repertoire for you
- Acting the song
- What to wear to different types of auditions
- What to expect at auditions for film, musical theater, classical voice,
contemporary voice, as well as college auditions
- How to tackle nerves
This program will not only help young musicians be prepared for whatever audition they have next,
but teach them the process of HOW TO PREPARE THEMSELVES FOR ANY AUDITION IN THEIR FUTURE!
Location:
PYCO School of Music
150 Lake Drive, Wexford, PA 15090
Participation Requirements:
Two song selections (can be classical, musical theater, jazz, pop, etc.)
Sheet music for these selections
A list of all accomplishments: music and non music related
Audition Information:
An audition for this workshop is NOT required. However, we ask you to submit a video of you singing the two song selections you would like to work on during the workshop to info@pycosom.com. This video may be accompanied by piano, backtrack, or sung a capella. A YouTube recording is preferred. Consult with your teacher for the best song selection for your recording.
Program Tuition: $350
(Siblings receive 10% discount)
Comprehensive tuition includes tuition, snacks, professional head-shots (digital & print), accompanist fees, and activities.
Click Here to Register for the Program
Early drop-off and late pick-up available for an additional charge
For more information email info@pycosom.com, or call 724-934-7529
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Program Faculty
Lauren Corcoran Emrich is a native and current resident of Pittsburgh. Lauren is an active soprano in her hometown and surrounding area. In Pittsburgh, Lauren is a member of the Pittsburgh Opera Chorus roster. With Undercroft Opera, Lauren sang Rosalinda in Die Fledermaus. She’s appeared with the Pittsburgh Youth Philharmonic Orchestra, Moon Area High School Honors Chorus, and Upper Saint Clair High Pantheon Choir as the soprano soloist Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony in 2015 and Carmina Burana in 2013. She in an active soloist with Coraopolis United Methodist Church, Bradford Woods Community Church, and St. Stephen's Church. Previously in the Cleveland area, she sang for Renée Fleming in masterclass and in the chorus of Cleveland Opera Theater's production of La Bohème. Lauren was a national semifinalist at the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) National Competition in 2017 and 2016. During her studies at The University of Akron and Youngstown State University, she performed in many operas. Her favorites include Laetitia (The Old Maid and the Theif), Madame Goldentrill (The Impresario), and Gretel (Hansel and Gretel.) As a Young Artist with Opera Western Reserve, Lauren has been featured in their productions as Musetta (La Bohème) and Rosina (Il Barbiere di Sigiliva). Lauren’s summer training includes: Bay View’s Summer Opera, Art Song, and Recording Seminar (2015), OperaWorks Advanced Artist Program (2014), and Oberlin in Italy Concert Artist (2013). Lauren has been teaching privately since 2010. She has taught in the Pittsburgh, Youngstown, and Akron Areas. She taught voice at PYCO School of Music, Moon Area High School's After School Lesson Program, The Stage Door Dance and Theatre Arts Academy, the Dana Vocal Performance Clinic, Shenango High School, and her home studio. She is sought after for coachings of musical theater productions and PMEA voice festival materials. Her students have succeeded in many areas of voice including PMEA festivals (Honors, District, Region, State, and All East), OMEA solo and ensemble (1s in Class A, B, and C), and acceptance to college music programs (Penn State University, Cederville University, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Kent State University, Slippery Rock University, and Youngstown State University.) Jacquelynn Ware is singer, voice instructor, music therapist, and actress residing in Pittsburgh, PA. She is currently in pre-production for a lead role in a fauture film with production beginning in May 2018. Jacquelynn has been studying the voice since she turned 13 years old and has pursued her performance career ever since. Jacquelynn graduated with highest honors from the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA, which she attended from 2007-2011 after receiving a substantial scholarship to study at the school. From 2008-2010 Jacquelynn also studied choral music at Boston’s New England Conservatory. After her time in Boston, Jacquelynn spent time living and working in Los Angeles. During her time in L.A. Jacquelynn was employed as an intern at Playtone Production Company owned by Tom Hanks and Gary Goetzman. Also while living in L.A. Jacquelynn was awarded a scholarship and graduate assistantship to study Music Therapy and Licensed Mental Health Counseling at Lesley University in Cambridge, MA and subsequently moved back across the country to further her education. Jacquelynn graduated from Lesley in 2014 with highest honors and has worked as a therapist in a variety of mental health settings in the Boston area and obtained her professional licensure as a Music Therapist (MT-BC) in January of 2015. Just prior to receiving her music therapy license, Jacquelynn moved to Pittsburgh, PA and has been working as a professional voice instructor and performer ever since. Jacquelynn has been cast in numerous films and performed at many different venues since moving to the Pittsburgh area. Notable accomplishments include performances in Dublin with Ireland’s Anuna Choir as a member of their summer program, her successful Youtube channel www.youtube.com/realdubswaps, building a vocal coaching business boasting over 40 private vocal students, as well as working as a professional recording artist hired to sing on a variety of different albums. As a singer Jacquelynn is diverse in her ability to sing in a multitude of different genres including: jazz, classical, pop, country, latin, musical theater, rock, blues, and folk. Jacquelynn is professional, talented, and committed to her career as a performer. As a voice instructor Jacquelynn teaches her students about the proper vocal techniques necessary for optimal vocal health and ability. Jacquelynn works with students garnering a multitude of varied musical interests and helps to give them them the tools to become the best musicians they are capable of becoming. Jacquelynn’s students have been awarded scholarships to study music at the university level t school such as Duquesne University, Berklee College of Music, Cincinnati Conservatory of Music, Baldwin Wallace University, and may more. Jacquelynn's students have also been awarded prizes for accomplishments in local singing competitions, held lead and ensemble roles in both school and private musical theater programs, and even found success on Youtube. |
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