Charlotte Bashner
Los Angeles
Summary
Performing arts educator, professional vocalist, and vocal pedagogue with more than fifteen years of teaching experience across K–12, private studio, and community arts settings. Director of Performing Arts at The Help Group, where I develop interdisciplinary music and theatre curriculum, direct productions, teach advanced music courses, and create inclusive arts experiences for students with diverse learning needs. Committed to student-centered pedagogy, community engagement, and expanding access to high-quality arts education.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Performing Arts / Education Specialist
The Help Group
Sherman Oaks, CA
01.2018 - Current
- Lead all aspects of middle and high school performing arts programming across music, theatre, and choir.
- Design and teach interdisciplinary courses including Music Appreciation, AP Music Theory, Songwriting, Ethnomusicology, History of Rock, History of Jazz and Soul, Choir, Theatre Production, Theatre Performance, and Diversity in Arts and Culture
- Direct annual musical theatre productions from concept through public performance.
- Develop curriculum integrating music history, culture, performance, and critical analysis.
- Collaborate with UCLA, LA Opera, and the GRAMMY Museum to expand arts programming.
- Design individualized instructional strategies using inclusive teaching practices for diverse learners.
Voice Teacher
Private Voice Studio
Bloomington, IN And Los Angeles, CA
01.2006 - Current
- Maintain an independent private voice studio serving children, adolescents, and adults.
- Teach healthy vocal technique grounded in classical pedagogy while incorporating musical theatre and contemporary commercial music.
- Prepare students for auditions, performances, competitions, and collegiate music study.
- Provide instruction in musicianship, interpretation, performance practice, and stage presence.
Music Director
Vista Del Mar
Los Angeles, CA
2016 - 2018
- Musically direct performances for elementary and high school age students for fundraisers at The Vibrato Grill and The Beverly Wilshire Hotel
Teaching Artist
Star Education
Culver City, CA
2012 - 2018
- Delivered theatre and music instruction across Los Angeles Unified and neighboring school districts, directing productions and teaching performance-based arts curriculum to elementary students.
Private Piano Instructor
Royal Music Academy
Los Angeles, CA
2014 - 2015
- Designed customized music theory and technique lesson plans for beginner piano students
- Prepared students for recitals
Education
Clear Special Education Credential -
Concordia University
Irvine, CA2024
Master of Education - Special Education
National University
San Diego2023
Bachelor of Music - Voice Performance
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN2009
Affiliations
- Board Member, National Association of Teachers of Singing (Los Angeles Chapter)
- American Society of Composers and Lyricists (ASCAP)
- Society of Composers and Lyricists (SCL)
- The Verdi Chorus
Timeline
Director of Performing Arts / Education Specialist
The Help Group
01.2018 - Current
Voice Teacher
Private Voice Studio
01.2006 - Current
Music Director
Vista Del Mar
2016 - 2018
Teaching Artist
Star Education
2012 - 2018
Private Piano Instructor
Royal Music Academy
2014 - 2015
Clear Special Education Credential -
Concordia University
Master of Education - Special Education
National University
Bachelor of Music - Voice Performance
Indiana University
Performance Experience
- Opera Chorus Performer
- Musical Theatre Performer
- Professional Vocalist
- Songwriter and Recording Artist
- Choral Singer
- Film/Television Actor