Erica Melton, Pianist/Vocal Coach
Guest Instructor, SoulSinging and Song Studio
Erica Melton is Artistic Director of Opera Theater Oregon (OTO), having worked with the organization since its founding in 2005. During her tenure with the organization, OTO has earned a reputation for high musical standards and original programming. As Music Director from 2008-2011, Melton transformed the musical element of the company from cabaret-style performances with piano accompaniment to professional productions with chamber orchestra, including an original opera commissioned for the company in 2010. Her original arrangements of traditional operas have incorporated electric and popular instruments along with conventional symphonic elements. Melton is particularly interested in novel combinations of instruments that can serve the needs of small opera companies with varied missions and resources.
Melton holds a Master of Music in Piano Performance from Portland State University and a Bachelor of Music from UC Berkeley. She has worked as a coach accompanist with Seattle Opera, Portland State University, the University of Portland and Northwest Children’s Theater. Performance credits include Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra, San Luis Obispo Mozart Festival, Mark Morris Dance Group, Berkeley Lyric Opera, and Portland Symphonic Choir. An active piano teacher and vocal coach with over 19 years of experience, Melton maintains a private studio in Northeast Portland’s Alberta Arts district.
Erica's website: http://elmelton.wordpress.com
Melton holds a Master of Music in Piano Performance from Portland State University and a Bachelor of Music from UC Berkeley. She has worked as a coach accompanist with Seattle Opera, Portland State University, the University of Portland and Northwest Children’s Theater. Performance credits include Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra, San Luis Obispo Mozart Festival, Mark Morris Dance Group, Berkeley Lyric Opera, and Portland Symphonic Choir. An active piano teacher and vocal coach with over 19 years of experience, Melton maintains a private studio in Northeast Portland’s Alberta Arts district.
Erica's website: http://elmelton.wordpress.com
