Susan Ellis has been a professional vocalist, performer and teacher for approximately 20 years. Susan graduated from the Australian National University with a Bachelor of Music and Masters of Music (with distinction) and Graduate Diploma of Education. Susan was a member of Opera Queensland’s Young Artist program and is now a Teaching Artist with the company.
Susan has lectured in tertiary performance at the Australian National University, School of Music and the University of Southern Queensland and taught voice and class room music at many Australian schools. Susan is currently the Principal Voice teacher responsible for Vocal and Choral music at Moreton Bay College and Moreton Bay Boy's College in Brisbane. Susan is in demand as a presenter for music education institutes and as a vocal coach for large massed choirs. Susan has a popular Performance Practice workshop that is inspiring young singers throughout Australia.
"I have a belief there are many elements that create a singer, not only the possession of an attractive voice! Australia has a rich and diverse arts environment however; it is not solely guided by the traditional "European system". A singer needs to be flexible, versatile and open to new repertoire. I believe a teacher and mentor should aim to produce a singer who can work in Australia and internationally in a variety of musical and theatrical styles. This is the focus of my studio and my personal aim: to be a singer and produce singers who sing with a love of what they are creating, who sing with healthy voice, are open to all styles of music and have a passion for diverse performance practice of the highest standard. "
Opera Queenslands Over 50's Moving Opera!
Thursday, July 28, 2011 at 10:10AM I have just finished a week with Opera Queensland working on their Moving Opera! program but with a twist. It catered for Seniors. We had a blast and some amazing uplifting moments. It was fantastic to meet many Gold Coast singers, and I hope we continue our singing together in some way or other. If anyone is on the Gold Coast you must look up the choir scene. Great Social times to be had!
http://www.theatrepeople.com.au/reviews/opera-over-50s
This is a review of the concert we gave at the end of the week long workshop.