Alena Sorokina
Arlington
Summary
Passionate and experienced music educator with a degree in Production and Writing from Berklee College of Music. Skilled in teaching core music fundamentals, vocal techniques, and fostering a love for music in children. Dedicated to creating an inclusive, engaging, and supportive learning environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Voice Teacher
Self Employed
Arlington, MA
10.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with other voice teachers to exchange best practices and improve overall teaching methodologies.
- Fostered love for art and learning to inspire students to pursue passions and interests.
- Held rehearsals in preparation for shows.
- Taught fundamentals such as projection, breathing and vocal techniques.
- Helped students prepare for auditions and special events.
- Adapted instruction to meet individual student needs to differentiate instruction to meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments to foster positive classrooms that support student growth and learning.
- Communicated with parents to maintain regular communication about student progress and any concerns.
- Supported singers participating in recording sessions and live performances.
- Incorporated music theory lessons into voice training sessions to provide students with a well-rounded musical education and greater appreciation for the art form as a whole.
- Implemented effective warm-up exercises that improved students'' vocal range, pitch accuracy, and breath control.
- Demonstrated patience when working with students who struggled with certain concepts or had difficulty grasping new techniques, leading to eventual mastery and increased selfconfidence.
Voice Teacher
Music School
Moscow, Russia
09.2010 - 06.2019
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects that incorporated singing into various subjects.
- Developed students'' understanding of music theory through engaging activities and discussions.
- Organized trips to vocal competitions
- Enhanced vocal techniques of students by implementing customized lesson plans tailored to individual needs.
- Assisted in the recruitment of new students by conducting informative workshops and presentations at community events.
- Helped students prepare for auditions and special events.
- Utilized technology such as recording devices or specialized software to analyze student performances and provide targeted feedback.
- Taught performers of varying skill levels ways to improve overall range.
- Coached ensembles in developing harmonies and blending voices for cohesive sound during group performances.
- Managed classroom behavior to establish and maintain clear classroom behavior and discipline expectations.
- Continuously updated teaching methods by attending professional development workshops and staying informed about the latest research in vocal pedagogy.
- Organized and collected money and forms for mass group field trips and programs.
- Assisted students in preparation for auditions, resulting in successful placements in choirs, bands, and musical theater productions.
- Evaluated and graded students' class work, performances, projects, assignments and papers.
- Scheduled shows and performances in accordance with school calendar.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Contemporary Writing And Production
Berklee College of Music
Boston, MA05-2024
Associate of Arts - Music Teacher And Performer
Gnesin Music College of Pop Music And Jazz Art
Moscow, Russia06-2012
Skills
- Conflict resolution
- Vocal health maintenance
- Patience and encouragement
- Continuing education commitment
- Ear training and harmony instruction
- Proficiency in Logic Pro X, Pro Tools, Finale
- Music arrangement and composition
- Audition preparation
- Recording studio experience
Languages
English
Professional Working
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Private Voice Teacher
Self Employed
10.2024 - Current
Voice Teacher
Music School
09.2010 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Contemporary Writing And Production
Berklee College of Music
Associate of Arts - Music Teacher And Performer
Gnesin Music College of Pop Music And Jazz Art