Soprano

Education

Tamara  holds a B.S. in Music from Radford University, M.M. in Vocal Performance from Austin Peay State University, and D.M.A. in Vocal Performance from The Catholic University of America.

Performance and Teaching Experience

Tamara has appeared in a number of concert, operatic, and small ensemble roles. Her operatic roles include The Queen of the Night (Die Zauberflöte), Rosalinda (Die Fledermaus), Adina (L’Elisir d’amore), and Poppea (L’incoronazione di Poppea) to name a few. She has participated in the 2009 and 2010 Bel Cantanti Summer Opera Workshop (Washington, DC) and the Amalfi Coast Music Festival (Vietri sul Mare, Italy).

Tamara is also on faculty at Trinity Washington University (Washington, DC) and Anne Arundel Community College (Arnold, MD).

At Levine

Tamara joined the Levine faculty in the winter of 2014.

“My favorite aspect of being a faculty member at Levine is the level of knowledge and dedication from the faculty, staff and students.”

Teaching Philosophy and Approach

“My teaching promotes positive singing through proper technique and education where I give each student the confidence and knowledge to perform through a healthy approach. I help them to enjoy the experience thus encouraging their continuance in vocal and musical endeavors. I customize my approach to adhere to each individual students’ ability and level.”

Personal

When not making music, Tamara enjoys spending time with her family, friends and dog named Alexis.

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