Mackenzie Chapman
Beech Grove
Summary
My educational philopsohy is to help students become well-rounded musicians and people. I aim to create a welcoming, inclusive environment where students learn to collaborate, grow as individuals, and gain life skills they can carry beyond school.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Choirs
Beech Grove City Schools
07.2023 - Current
- Directed concert and show choir ensembles across multiple grade levels.
- Designed and implemented year-round rehearsal schedules, including sectional and full ensemble work.
- Built a cohesive and inclusive ensemble culture focused on teamwork, musical discipline, and performance excellence.
- Collaborated with choreographers, instrumental directors, and accompanists to produce competitive-level show choir productions.
- Organized and executed concerts, contests, and community outreach performances.
- Mentored students in vocal technique, sight-reading, and performance etiquette.
- Managed logistics for performances and contests including travel, costuming, and equipment.
- Assisted in directing Musicals
Auditorium Director
Beech Grove City Schools
07.2023 - Current
- Instructed and mentored students in the use of sound boards, lighting consoles, microphones, projectors, and stage management tools.
- Supervised student crews in building sets and completing technical projects for performances and events.
- Maintained and organized all sound, lighting, and technical equipment to ensure performance readiness and longevity.
- Oversaw safety protocols and upkeep of the auditorium and scene shop, ensuring a clean, secure, and functional environment for all users.
- Coordinated with outside vendors and community partners to support technical needs, rentals, and special events.
Summer Intern
Indiana Music Education Association
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Organizing and planning IMEA Professional Development conference.
- Ordering copyright and putting together music for circle the state with song, all region choir, and all honor ensembles.
- Connecting with IMEA board leaders to collaborate on projects.
- Updating the IMEA Website and all those associated with it.
Assistant
Anderson University Choirs
12.2020 - 05.2023
- Implemented New Organization within the office and choral library.
- Helped find new ways to make the choral department more inclusive and accessible to all students.
- Strategized fundraising events.
- Worked with other student assistants on tasks throughout the choral department.
- Coordinated with past and current professors on planning tours, concerts, and events.
Collegiate State Representative JR/SR
Indiana Music Education Association
01.2021 - 03.2023
- Advocated for college music education students all over Indiana.
- Helped organize collegiate night at the Indiana Music Educators conference for collegiates across Indiana.
- Worked to connect collegiate national association for music education chapter across the state of Indiana.
- Organized professional development opportunities for collegiate students.
President
Anderson University cNAfME Chapter
12.2020 - 12.2022
- Planned and implemented cNAfME meetings.
- Networked and arranged for guest speakers for cNAfME meetings.
- Strategized fundraising events.
- Worked with leadership and faculty to better envision the cNAfME chapter.
- Coordinated with cNAfME chapter leadership for full participation in IMEA virtual collegiate night.
Education
Bachelors of Music - Music Education
Anderson University
Anderson, IN05-2023
Skills
- Choral conducting & vocal pedagogy
- Rehearsal planning and execution
- Show choir production & competition preparation
- Auditorium/event management
- Lighting and sound operation (basic to intermediate)
- Team leadership & student engagement
- Collaboration with arts faculty & technical staff
- Music technology
Accomplishments
- 2025 Gold rating in vocals and sight reading for two mixed concert ensembles, gold rating with distinction with our univoice concert choir.
- 2024 Gold rating in vocals and sight reading for two mixed concert choirs and univoice ensemble.
- 2024 univoice show choir state finalists.
Affiliations
- Indiana Choral Directors Association (ICDA)
- National Association for Music Education (NAfME)
Timeline
Director of Choirs
Beech Grove City Schools
07.2023 - Current
Auditorium Director
Beech Grove City Schools
07.2023 - Current
Summer Intern
Indiana Music Education Association
05.2023 - 07.2023
Collegiate State Representative JR/SR
Indiana Music Education Association
01.2021 - 03.2023
Assistant
Anderson University Choirs
12.2020 - 05.2023
President
Anderson University cNAfME Chapter
12.2020 - 12.2022
Bachelors of Music - Music Education
Anderson University
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