LYNDSAY BURKE

120 N. STATE ST. ANN ARBOR, MI 48104

(248) 880-0328 LYNDSBUR@UMICH.EDU

EDUCATION
University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI
Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance Expected: May 2017
with K-12 Teaching Certification
Minor in Economics
GPA: 3.767/4.00
Honors/Awards: 2 terms James B. Angell Scholar, 9 terms University Honors
Relevant Coursework: Written Theory, Aural Theory, Chamber Choir, Teaching Secondary
General Music, Elementary Music Methods, Choral Methods, Piano,
Voice Pedagogy, Teaching in Underserved Settings, Aesthetics of
Rock, Economics of Education

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Bach Elementary School Ann Arbor, MI
Student Teaching Intern February 2017- April 2017
Created and taught lesson for students Kindergarten through 5th grade
Helped students prepare for their musicals and concert performances
Aided in administrative duties, such as copying, organization, and preparing the classroom
Created and taught a 4 week unit to the 3rd grade classes

Pioneer High School Ann Arbor, MI

Student Teaching Intern January 2017-February 2017
Ran part and whole lessons including warm-ups, sight-reading, activities, and rehearsal of
repertoire.
Rehearsed classes including beginning TBB, beginning SSA, advanced SSAA, and advanced
SATB.
Aided in administrative duties, such as copying, attendance, and organization.
Prepared soloists and small ensembles for Solo and Ensemble Festival

University of Michigan Youth and Adult Community Programs Ann Arbor, MI

Michigan Youth Ensemble Womens Chorale Manager September 2016-Present
Facilitated administrative duties, including attendance, rehearsal set-up, and file organization
Ran warm-ups and sectionals during rehearsals
Presented, rehearsed, and conducted in performance an SSAA music selection
Promoted group morale and bonding
School of Rock Ann Arbor, MI
Lead Vocal and Piano Instructor March 2015-Present
Taught voice and piano lessons to students age 5- adults
Taught Rock 101 class weekly to students ages 6-8, where they played as a group with guitar, bass,
drums, keyboard, and voice
Assisted in teaching our performance bands weekly practice with students ages 8-18, playing rock,
pop, and country music.
Ran camps for youth and adults covering singing topics, such as a cappella and song writing.

RELATED EXPERIENCE
Dicks and Janes A Cappella Ann Arbor, MI
Music Director May 2013-May 2015
Prepared and administrated weekly rehearsals
Chose and prepared repertoire, including arranging
Planned and facilitated performances, gigs, and concerts
Established leadership among peers and monitored the effective completion of all members
responsibilities.
Motivated group morale and group communication

REFERENCES
Freda Herseth Steven Lorenz
Professor of Music, Voice Choir Director
The University of Michigan Pioneer High School
1100 Baits Drive 601 W Stadium Blvd
Ann Arbor, MI 48104 Ann Arbor, MI 48103
(734) 764-5589 (734) 355-6684
breda@umich.edu lorenzs@aaps.k12.mi.us

Dianna Wilson Kristine Bishop

Owner- General Manager K-5 Music Teacher
School of Rock Ann Arbor Bach Elementary School
6101 Jackson Road 600 W Jefferson Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48103 Ann Arbor, MI 48103
(734) 686-3333 (734) 255-2353
dwilson@schoolofrock.com bishopk@aaps.k12.mi.us

Marie McCarthy Julie Skadsem

Professor of Music Education Associate Professor of Music Education
The University of Michigan The University of Michigan
1100 Baits Drive 1100 Baits Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48104 Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 647-0557 (734) 647-9930
mfmcc@umich.edu jskadsem@umich.edu