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Will Upham

Bloomington

Summary

Hardworking and ethical professional with a strong attention to detail. Proven ability to tackle diverse tasks in challenging environments. Committed to advancing a career that aligns with success in the music industry.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Opera Singer

Atwater Reed Artists
New York
08.2021 - Current
  • Currently and previously contracted in leading and comprimario operatic roles by Union Avenue Opera in St. Louis, MO, Des Moines Metro Opera in Indianola, IA, Indianapolis Opera in Indianapolis, IN, Masterwork Chorus in Morristown, NJ, and Carmel Symphony Orchestra in Carmel, IN within the last year.

Resident Artist

Indianapolis Opera
Indianapolis
02.2023 - 05.2025
  • Worked as a Resident Artist singer for the Spring 2023 and Spring 2025 seasons.
  • Performed in multiple opera/musical productions and concerts.

Choral Section Leader - Tenor

Second Presbyterian Church
Indianapolis
08.2022 - 04.2025
  • Led the Tenor 1 section of the Sanctuary Choir during weekday rehearsals and Sunday services.

Sales Associate

Academy Sports + Outdoors
Bloomington
09.2024 - 02.2025
  • Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries during sales interactions.
  • Maintained clean and organized sales floor to enhance customer experience.

Graduate Assistant

Indiana University Jacobs School of Music
Bloomington
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Production Assistant for Graduate Opera Workshop
  • Assistant to the director

Education

Performer Diploma, Solo Performance (PDSP) - Voice

Indiana University
Bloomington, Indiana
05.2024

Master of Music (MM) - Vocal Performance

Southern Methodist University
Dallas, Texas
05.2022

Bachelor of Music (BM) - Vocal Performance

DePauw University
Greencastle, Indiana
05.2020

Skills

  • Collaborative Team Player
  • Community Outreach
  • Creative Problem Solver
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Efficient Time Management
  • Critical listening
  • Adaptability to feedback
  • Leadership skills
  • Confidence
  • Audience engagement
  • Self motivation
  • Analytical thinking

Timeline

Sales Associate

Academy Sports + Outdoors
09.2024 - 02.2025

Graduate Assistant

Indiana University Jacobs School of Music
08.2023 - 05.2024

Resident Artist

Indianapolis Opera
02.2023 - 05.2025

Choral Section Leader - Tenor

Second Presbyterian Church
08.2022 - 04.2025

Freelance Opera Singer

Atwater Reed Artists
08.2021 - Current

Performer Diploma, Solo Performance (PDSP) - Voice

Indiana University

Master of Music (MM) - Vocal Performance

Southern Methodist University

Bachelor of Music (BM) - Vocal Performance

DePauw University
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