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Barb Lambert

Barb Lambert

Victoria,BC

Summary

Accomplished Singer offering 50 years of experience delivering excellent live performances. Talented in performing with self-confidence and captivating vocal dynamics. Successful in evoking emotion while projecting clearly to keep audiences engaged.

Overview

49
49
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Chorus Member Alto or Tenor

The Choirs YYJ
10.2018 - Current
  • Studied scores at length to learn music in detail and develop suitable interpretations.
  • Achieved desired tonal and harmonic balance by communicating clearly with musicians.
  • Performed in concerts at Alex Goolden Hall,University of Victoria Farquhar Theatre,Fernfest,Cameron Bandshell in Beacon Hill Park,Butchart Gardens and Rifflandia 2022,preparing for Rifflandia 2023.
  • Practiced singing exercises and studied with vocal coaches to develop voice and rehearse for upcoming roles.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Alto Choir Member

Louise Rose
09.2005 - 05.2007
  • Practiced singing exercises and studied with vocal coaches to develop voice and rehearse for upcoming roles.
  • Observed choral leaders or prompters for cues or directions in vocal presentations.
  • Achieved desired tonal and harmonic balance by communicating clearly with musicians.
  • Used printed text and musical notations to memorize musical selections and routines.

Dancing Student

Catherine Boeckner
02.1998 - 05.2000

Performed in dance numbers.

Lyrical ballet and hip hop and jazz.

Blanche Dubois and a Couple of Other Personalities

Kaatza Lakeside Players
10.1998 - 11.1998

Was one of four people on stage in this humorous challenging play. My character had a multiple personality.

Memorized script ,story and stage placement and gave multiple performances.

Member of The Corps for La Traviata

Edmonton Opera
05.1987 - 07.1987

Memorized songs and stage placement.

Performed at the Jubilee Auditorium,Edmonton.

All City Choir

Garth Worthington And Edmonton Public Schools
01.1983 - 05.1985

Auditioned choir with only a few students from each school from the entire city. Performed in long skirts and ascots. Admired my director a great deal.

Member of the Corps for Oklahoma

Ross Sheppard High School Drama Department
04.1984 - 06.1984

Memorize and perform songs and dance numbers.

When I had my hat on I was the tallest person on stage.

Choral Member, All City Choir

300 Years Of Johann Sebastian Bach, ESO And Choral
02.1985 - 03.1985

A whole night of singing Bach with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra for accompaniment at the Jubilee Auditorium.It was just wonderful!

Dance Student

Nancy Hayes
09.1974 - 05.1976
  • Progressed quickly by mastering challenging choreography and routines.
  • Picked up choreography moves easily and immediately incorporated changes in choreography or new moves by staying flexible.
  • Did on ensemble number with Will from the Irish Rovers.I talked with him about it in my 30s at the Island Folk Fest.

Education

Choral Music

All City Choir
Edmonton Alberta

Vocal Agility,Strength And Vocal Health

Roar With Vocalogist Carol Lynne Quinn
Vancouver (online Courses And Support)

Music Immersion2 Summers

MusicCamrose Choral Program
Camrose, AB

Jazz National Competition

Westminster Jazz Band,trombone Player
Edmonton Alberta

Kiwanis Competitions, Won in Categories

St Peter’s Choir
Edmonton, AB

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology of Medicine Major,Art History Minor

University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB
05.1991

Diploma - Registered Massage Therapy

West Coast College of Massage Therapy
Vancouver, BC
08.1995

Piano Grade 6 And Theory - Piano Performance ,Ear Training,Theory

Royal Conservatory of Music
Toronto,Ontario
09.1973 - 03.1984

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Solo Performances
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Live Performances
  • Vocal Projection
  • Solo Preparation
  • Perform Concerts
  • Role Preparation
  • Promote Performances
  • Voice Development
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Critical Thinking
  • Active Listening

Timeline

Chorus Member Alto or Tenor

The Choirs YYJ
10.2018 - Current

Alto Choir Member

Louise Rose
09.2005 - 05.2007

Blanche Dubois and a Couple of Other Personalities

Kaatza Lakeside Players
10.1998 - 11.1998

Dancing Student

Catherine Boeckner
02.1998 - 05.2000

Member of The Corps for La Traviata

Edmonton Opera
05.1987 - 07.1987

Choral Member, All City Choir

300 Years Of Johann Sebastian Bach, ESO And Choral
02.1985 - 03.1985

Member of the Corps for Oklahoma

Ross Sheppard High School Drama Department
04.1984 - 06.1984

All City Choir

Garth Worthington And Edmonton Public Schools
01.1983 - 05.1985

Dance Student

Nancy Hayes
09.1974 - 05.1976

Piano Grade 6 And Theory - Piano Performance ,Ear Training,Theory

Royal Conservatory of Music
09.1973 - 03.1984

Choral Music

All City Choir

Vocal Agility,Strength And Vocal Health

Roar With Vocalogist Carol Lynne Quinn

Music Immersion2 Summers

MusicCamrose Choral Program

Jazz National Competition

Westminster Jazz Band,trombone Player

Kiwanis Competitions, Won in Categories

St Peter’s Choir

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology of Medicine Major,Art History Minor

University of Alberta

Diploma - Registered Massage Therapy

West Coast College of Massage Therapy
Barb Lambert