Alexander Shiwayu
Windhoek
Summary
Dynamic Choir Director with extensive experience at Healing Vocals Choir, excelling in vocal coaching and conducting techniques. Proven ability to enhance performance quality through effective rehearsal organization and communication. Successfully trained singers to achieve vocal excellence, resulting in memorable live performances that captivated audiences. Passionate about fostering musical growth and collaboration.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Choir Director/Choir Conductor
Healing Vocals Choir
Windhoek, Namibia
06.2019 - Current
- Provided feedback to choir members regarding their individual progress in rehearsal sessions.
- Assisted with the selection of soloists for various pieces.
- Supervised sectional rehearsals as needed to ensure accuracy in parts and intonation.
- Coached members on appropriate vocal expression while performing different styles of music.
- Conducted workshops about vocal technique or music theory geared toward improving individual skillsets within the group.
- Developed a repertoire of songs suitable for each performance.
- Trained singers to develop vocal techniques and improve their singing abilities.
- Ensured that all members were familiar with proper stage etiquette and protocol during performances.
- Collaborated with accompanists on musical arrangements for choral pieces.
- Organized and conducted weekly rehearsals for the choir.
- Directed live performances of classical, contemporary, and sacred music.
- Directed rehearsals to achieve tonal and harmonic balance.
- Organized and directed rehearsals for choral groups of various sizes.
- Conducted auditions for prospective choir members.
- Trained singers in vocal techniques to maximize their potential.
Musical Director
N/A
Windhoek, Namibia
03.2013 - Current
- Conducted rehearsals with orchestra and choir members to ensure accuracy of musical scores.
- Developed effective strategies for teaching vocal techniques to students.
- Organized music libraries, ensuring that all materials were easily accessible for rehearsal purposes.
- Provided feedback on vocal technique and interpretation of music during rehearsals.
- Assisted in the production of concerts, recitals, and other musical events.
- Directed rehearsals to achieve tonal and harmonic balance.
Education
Music Composition
Bank Windhoek Cunductor's Training
Windhoek06-2025
Skills
- Music theory
- Vocal coaching
- Conducting techniques
- Performance direction
- Rehearsal organization
- Public presentations
- Music history
- Arranging music
- Choral conducting
- Voice training
- Vocal technique
- Vocal balancing
- Excellent communication
- Musical arrangements
- Time management
Timeline
Choir Director/Choir Conductor
Healing Vocals Choir
06.2019 - Current
Musical Director
N/A
03.2013 - Current
Music Composition
Bank Windhoek Cunductor's Training
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