Matthew Sutton
Maricopa,CA
Summary
A dynamic voice and piano instructor with expertise in curriculum development, vocal pedagogy, and performance study Proven ability to enhance student engagement through personalized lesson plans and innovative approaches to teaching complicated concepts
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Voice Instructor
East Valley School of Music
01.2024 - Current
- Developed personalized curriculum for students, ages 6-19, built around understanding and developing their voice
- Helped students prepare for performances and audition preparation
- Organized Bi-annual recitals to showcase student progress and building confidence
- Incorporated a variety of musical genres in lessons, focusing on the development of the vocal instrument
- Created a methodical practice plan for individual students of varying backgrounds and experiences
Owner/Operator
Genesis Music Studio
07.2024 - Current
- Privately owned lesson studio offering individual lessons in both voice and piano
- Coached several dozen students both online and in home, specializing in multiple genre's to fit the students needs
- Developed curriculum for group courses, masterclasses summer camps, and individual classes for students with special needs
Lead Instructor
SoCal Music Academy
01.2019 - 05.2023
- Managed a consistent schedule with an average of 30+ lessons over the course of the week
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs and skill levels.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and adapt instructional methods accordingly.
- Developed and taught a variety of group classes, ensembles, and summer camps
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Voice Performance
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA12.2024
Associate of Arts - Music
Los Medanos College
Pittsburg, CA05.2018
Skills
- Operations management
- Documentation and reporting
- Business planning
- Music theory
- Audition preparation
- Advanced pedagogy
- Diction coaching in Italian, German, and French
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Graphic Design through Canva
Accomplishments
Summer Opera Program with Perform Opera in Italy
- Studied Italian Language and Culture though a month long study abroad program which included daily language, acting, voice and Italian diction classes, finishing with two performances of Opera scenes and recital pieces
Theater and Opera Performance
- Acting chorus member with Arizona Opera since 2024
- Over a dozen lead, cover, and ensemble roles with theater companies in both Phoenix and San Diego
- Chorus and Wind Ensemble member from high school through college
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Genesis Music Studio
07.2024 - Current
Private Voice Instructor
East Valley School of Music
01.2024 - Current
Lead Instructor
SoCal Music Academy
01.2019 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Voice Performance
San Diego State University
Associate of Arts - Music
Los Medanos College