John Chen
Style: Opera; Folk; Gospel; Classical; Musical Theatre
Title: Choral/Orchestra director, Vocal coach & Collaborative Pianist
Bio:
Vocal Coach & Collaborative Pianist:
John Chen, a full time high school Orchestra and Choir Director, leads a vibrant and successful music program. In addition to his work as a high school Music Director, he is an active vocalist, collaborative pianist, and conductor, balancing a busy schedule as a vocal coach, orchestral and choral conductor, and clinician. Mr. Chen's musical education includes studies at the Interlochen Arts Academy and the Aspen Music Festival, where he specialized in organ, harpsichord, and classical voice. His ensembles and soloists consistently achieve high placements and ratings at various festivals and competitions under his guidance. He holds a B.M.E. from San Francisco State University with dual concentrations in voice and piano, a Kodály Certification from Holy Names University, an M.Ed. from Notre Dame de Namur University, and both a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies and an M.M. in Conducting from Messiah University. Mr. Chen has previously served at Interlochen Arts Academy, St. Matthew’s Episcopal Day School, and Crystal Springs Uplands School. He has directed over 50 musicals and operettas and is an active member of NATS, CODA, TODA, and TCDA. In 2023, he was included in Strathmore’s "Who’s Who" Worldwide.
Voice Type: Tenor
Music Styles Taught: Opera; Folk; Gospel; Classical; Musical Theatre
Availability: I have a wait-list for private lessons; I am available as a clinician or presenter
