Concert Programs

CONCERTS

performing arts centers, festivals, colleges, clubs, coffeehouses

In live performance, Celia weaves music with stories and humor. Celia's backup can range from a duo with accompanist Mark Shilansky (recommended for intimate venues) to a four piece band with keyboard, bass, drums, guitar (for larger venues).

Celia's original music weaves elements of jazz, pop and folk/rock with perceptive lyrics inspired by artists like Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen and Richard Thompson, all of whose music she also covers. The songs touch upon broad-ranging themes including friendship, the effects of war, and overcoming cynicism.

In conjunction with concert appearances, Celia offers workshops and residencies with master classes in vocal technique and performance.

Past performances include:
“Celia's music was great to listen to and a refreshing choice for the Somerville Public Library.”
— Ramo Imperioso, library staff at the SPL
“Though it is clear that she is an accomplished singer and storyteller, her technique never upstages the story.”
— Phil Maddocks, Natick Bulletin and Tab

conferences, benefit performances

Celia's music provides a good tie-in with groups with a progressive agenda, including veterans' groups. She has also performed on behalf of relief efforts such as Oxfam and the New Orleans Musicians Relief Fund.


ONE WOMAN SHOW

theatres, festivals, colleges

Also available for touring is Moving Target, Celia's one woman show about growing up in the 60's and 70's.

The show has been performed at theatres, schools and festivals including:

“A One-woman 'Hair!'”
Carly Carioli, Boston Phoenix
 

WORKSHOPS

performing arts centers, schools, colleges, senior centers

Workshops are adapted your particular needs and schedule. Past workshops include:
DISCOVER YOUR VOICE
Level: Beginners

For beginners — those who want to sing but only do so in the shower. Learn how to sing in public!

An introduction to vocal technique and expression. In a supportive environment, students learn basic principles of posture and breathing, practice vocal exercises and experience group singing.
VOCAL PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP —
CCM (Contemporary Commercial Music) Styles

Level: Intermediate/Advanced

For singers with some experience, and classically-trained singers interested in crossover techniques. Also of interest to students and staff in Music and Theatre departments.

While building on the foundation of classical (Bel Canto) voice training, CCM styles - i.e.: Jazz, Pop, Folk, Rock, Musical Theater, Cabaret — require a different approach to technique and unique stylistic considerations. This is an opportunity to work on different aspects of CCM vocal singing including:
  • Vocal Technique: (utilizing Somatic Voiceworktm the Lovetri Method), learning how to "mix" head and chest voices and "belt" safely.
  • Style and Interpretation: learn styles appropriate to popular musical genres, and become a more expressive performer.
MUSICAL THEATRE WORKSHOP

Level: Beginning - Advanced

For Actors who want to sing, Singers who want to act, and students and staff in Music and Theatre departments.

This hands-on group workshop introduces students to strategies that will prepare them for successful auditions and musical theatre performances including:
  • Vocal Considerations: how to choose songs, keys and styles that show you off to best advantage.
  • Repertoire: find out what you should include in your "book."
  • Acting the Song: choose a strong intention for your piece and how to best convey that to your audience.
  • Working with an accompanist: let your pianist help you.
  • Stage presence: become comfortable with your nonverbal communication and learn how to deal effectively with stage fright.

“Simply wonderful!”
“Now I feel that I have some tools to help me keep improving my performance.”
“I loved the course- I didn't want it to end!”
Student feedback from Lesley University

A master facilitator!
Kate Austin, Faculty Coordinator, Lesley University