Voice Teacher

• Apr 2019 - Present

Professional Singer

• Jan 1977 - Present

Monica Anderson Spencer, soprano, has appeared in the United States and abroad in the title role of Scott Joplin’s opera "Treemonisha", and has performed the role of Queen Isabella in Gomes’ "Colombo", Miss Silverpeal in Mozart’s "The Impresario", Despina, in Mozart’s "Cosi Fan Tutte", Mrs. Nolan in Menotti’s "The Medium", Strawberry Woman in Gershwin’s "Porgy and Bess", Marian Anderson in Haywood Fennell’s "Marian Anderson & Friends Project", Sara Breedlove/Madame CJ Walker and Ms. Thelma in Haywood Fennell’s "The Harlem Renaissance Revisited With A Gospel Flavor", the trouser role of Roddie in Mark Fax’s "A Christmas Miracle" and many others. She has appeared as a soloist with the National Symphony Orchestra, the Takoma Park Symphony Orchestra and in recital at the State Department, and in many churches in the Metropolitan area of Washington, D.C., and the MetroWest area of Boston, MA. Ms. Spencer also served as soprano soloist and soprano section leader at Northeastern Presbyterian Church in Washington, D.C. Show less

Voice Teacher

• Jun 1976 - Present

• Instruct students in methods of good posture, breath management, vowel and consonant formation and production of good tone quality. • Select and assign appropriate exercises and literature. • Coordinate, organize and prepare students for vocal recitals and public and theatrical performances. • Instruct students in methods of good posture, breath management, vowel and consonant formation and production of good tone quality. • Select and assign appropriate exercises and literature. • Coordinate, organize and prepare students for vocal recitals and public and theatrical performances.

Vocal Clinician

• Sep 2012 - Present

My responsibilities include but are not limited to coaching individuals and choral sections in methods of good posture, breath management, proper vowel and consonant formation and production of good tone quality. My responsibilities include but are not limited to coaching individuals and choral sections in methods of good posture, breath management, proper vowel and consonant formation and production of good tone quality.

Assistant Choir Director

• Jan 2009 - Nov 2015

• Assist in the preparation of music for church services • Direct choir during rehearsals and church services when necessary • Assist in the preparation of music for church services • Direct choir during rehearsals and church services when necessary

Vocal Clinician

• Jul 2010 - Aug 2015

Coached young singers (ages 7-17} in methods of good posture and breath management. Coached young singers (ages 7-17} in methods of good posture and breath management.

Vocal Music Teacher & Chorus Conductor

• Aug 2009 - Jun 2015

Vocal Music Teacher • Instruct students in the fundamental principles of music and musicianship skills, such as music theory and basic notation. • Give students an overview of the different types of music and lessons about the history various music styles. • Assist in the development in each pupil an appreciation of the art of music as part of general culture. • Teach techniques of vocal music expression. • Discover and develop talents of pupils in the field of music. • Develop knowledge and skills in listening to and reading music. Chorus Conductor: • Instruct students in proper posture, breath management, tone production, diction and vocal resonance. • Instruct students in the elements of music theory. • Instruct students in proper concert performance etiquette. • Instruct students’ appropriate response to choral direction. • Instruct students in the appropriate performance of music from diverse cultures and historical eras. • Select music appropriate for young developing voices. • Conduct ensemble during performances. Show less

Chorus Conductor

• Sep 1997 - Jun 2009

• Instruct students in proper posture, breath management, tone production, diction and vocal resonance. • Instruct students in the elements of music theory. • Instruct students in proper concert performance etiquette. • Instruct students’ appropriate response to choral direction. • Instruct students in the appropriate performance of music from diverse cultures and historical eras. • Select music appropriate for young developing voices. • Conduct ensemble during performances. Show less

Vocal Clinician

• Sep 1991 - Jun 1996

Coached individuals and choral sections in methods of good posture, breath management, proper vowel and consonant formation and production of good tone quality. Coached individuals and choral sections in methods of good posture, breath management, proper vowel and consonant formation and production of good tone quality.

Conductor

• Sep 1990 - Jun 1996

• Prepare ensemble for acappella performances in rehearsals to achieve desired intonation, tonal and harmonic balance, rhythm and tempo. • Direct ensemble during performances. • Prepare chorus for performances with the Takoma Park Symphony • Prepare ensemble for acappella performances in rehearsals to achieve desired intonation, tonal and harmonic balance, rhythm and tempo. • Direct ensemble during performances. • Prepare chorus for performances with the Takoma Park Symphony

Interim Choir Director

• Jan 1981 - Aug 1993

Acted as Assistant Director when not serving as Interim Director • Select and prepare music for church services, concerts and special programs. • Direct choir at rehearsals and performances to achieve desired intonation, tonal and harmonic balance, rhythm and tempo. Acted as Assistant Director when not serving as Interim Director • Select and prepare music for church services, concerts and special programs. • Direct choir at rehearsals and performances to achieve desired intonation, tonal and harmonic balance, rhythm and tempo.

Vocal Clinician

• Feb 1989 - May 1989

Coached choral sections in methods of good posture, breath management, proper vowel and consonant formation, proper pronunciation of foreign lyrics and production of good tone quality. Coached choral sections in methods of good posture, breath management, proper vowel and consonant formation, proper pronunciation of foreign lyrics and production of good tone quality.

Concert Coordinator

• Sep 1977 - Jun 1986

• Coordinated all performances (local, national and international), and special events of the official city-wide choral music program of the District of Columbia Public Schools. • Planned and assisted in the production of festivals, radio and television appearances and workshops. • Event publicity • Managed the logistics of all events. • Coordinated all performances (local, national and international), and special events of the official city-wide choral music program of the District of Columbia Public Schools. • Planned and assisted in the production of festivals, radio and television appearances and workshops. • Event publicity • Managed the logistics of all events.

Intern

• Jan 1983 - Jun 1983

• Assist in the development of effective communications plan that leverages brand promise. • Develop, integrate, and implement PR activities designed to enhance the Smithsonian Museum of American History public image. • Cultivate and maintain strong media relationships. • Advance museum’s position with relevant constituents. • Assist in the development and execute varied and integrated communications products including, print publications, newsletters, media and public relations. • Assist in refining the museum’s core messages to ensure image consistency. • Assist in the resolution of public affairs issues. Show less