Musical Mornings with Valerie diLorenzo

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August 24
through August 28

In this outdoor and socially distanced singing workshop, Valerie diLorenzo will lead participants through a full physical and vocal warmup followed by an array of best loved songs from Broadway, House of Mouse, Pop, Jazz and more. Participants will leave energized, with a greater appreciation for their breath and a whole new repertoire!

Singers are welcome to sing a solo (if you’d like) and must bring sheet music for the accompanist. Details will be sent with your registration confirmation.

Live accompanist will be provided at every session! No singing experience necessary!

 



Valerie diLorenzo is a professional actor/singer, director, and performing arts educator. She is delighted to return to Bay Street. Her directing and teaching artist venues include: Lincoln Center, NYU, SUNY Purchase, SUNY Stonybrook, TADA!, Guild Hall, Westhampton Beach PAC, NYC Board of Education and numerous schools and organizations throughout the country. Her award-winning musical theatre program, Theatrix, was also honored by Lincoln Center as “an exemplary integration of the theatrical and creative into the classroom and student life.” She is committed to fostering creativity, individuality, and confidence in her students. As a private vocal coach, some of her students have appeared in such Broadway shows including Rent, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Mamma Mia and Chicago. Valerie maintains an active life onstage as well; she is proud member of Actors Equity and an award winning NYC Cabaret artist. Memorable roles include: Rose in Gypsy, Mrs. Johnstone in Bloodbrothers, Sheila in A Chorus Line, Nancy in Oliver!, and Miss Hannigan in Annie. Valerie’s production company, Standard Fair, produces entertainment events of all kinds and is dedicated to keeping the Great American Songbook alive. She has sung the National Anthem for the New York Mets for over 15 seasons.

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