Albuquerque's Premier Voice Teacher
MARILYN THOMAS BERNARD
Marilyn Thomas Bernard is a well-known presence in the world of classical music and in Albuquerque. She has performed as a soloist with the New Orleans Symphony, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the New Mexico Symphony and the Santa Fe Desert Chorale. In addition, she has performed as a soloist in concert at Carnegie Hall and other famous venues around the world.
She is the former head of the performing arts department at Albuquerque Academy and a co-founder of the New Mexico Symphonic Youth Chorus. Focusing on developing a healthy vocal technique, Marilyn Bernard works with both the beginner and the professional singer.
Education
1964-68
Bachelor of Arts
Newcomb College of Tulane University
Bachelor of Arts
Newcomb College of Tulane University
1968-70
Master of Fine Arts in vocal performance
Tulane University
Master of Fine Arts in vocal performance
Tulane University
1970-73
Summer scholarship student
Berkshire Music Festival
Summer scholarship student
Berkshire Music Festival
achievements
Worldwide Lifetime Achievement
Marquis Who’s Who
Inductee, 2017
Marquis Who’s Who
Inductee, 2017
Outstanding Teaching Award
Albuquerque Academy
Recipient, 2009
Albuquerque Academy
Recipient, 2009
Who’s Who of American Women
Marquis Who’s Who
Featured Listee, 2004-05
Marquis Who’s Who
Featured Listee, 2004-05
Art’s Award
Amistad Research Center
Recipient, 1993
Amistad Research Center
Recipient, 1993
Centennial Award for Outstanding Achievement
Tulane University
Recipient, 1986
Tulane University
Recipient, 1986
Honoree, Outstanding Woman
State of Louisiana
State of Louisiana
Experience
Private voice studio
Owner (2009 – Present)
Owner (2009 – Present)
New Mexico Symphonic Youth Chorus
Co-founder and Artistic Director (2016-20)
Co-founder and Artistic Director (2016-20)
Albuquerque Youth Symphony Chorus (grades 9-12)
Founding director (2009-13)
Founding director (2009-13)
Albuquerque Youth Symphony Junior Chorus (grades 7-9)
Founding director (2009-13)
Founding director (2009-13)
Albuquerque Academy Dept. Head
Performing Arts Chair (1997-2013)
Performing Arts Chair (1997-2013)
Albuquerque Academy
Choral Director (1992-2013)
Choral Director (1992-2013)
Isidore Newman School (New Orleans, LA)
Choral Director (1977-92)
Choral Director (1977-92)
Tulane University & Southern University
Adjunct Professor/Voice, accompanist (1976-77)
Adjunct Professor/Voice, accompanist (1976-77)
Xavier University
Associate Professor – Voice & music history (1970-76)
Associate Professor – Voice & music history (1970-76)
Tulane University
Teaching Assistant/Voice instructor, accompanist
(1968-70)
Teaching Assistant/Voice instructor, accompanist
(1968-70)
yes, i am interested in lessoNS!
If you are interested in starting voice lessons, please send me a message with your information and let me know!
You may also call for an appointment:
505.604.2425 or 505.897.9324.
You may also call for an appointment:
505.604.2425 or 505.897.9324.
I LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU!
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MONDAY - SATURDAY
