Rebecca
Soul
Work History
August 2021 - Current
Freelance Vocalist
January 2023 - Current
Pitch Slapped Acapella,
President and Alto 2
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Performed at renowned venues like Wally's Cafe Jazz Club, City Winery, and Fenway Park (National Anthem), as well as private events such as the Peabody Essex Museum Gala and Hynes Convention Center.
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Delivered engaging vocal performances across various genres, collaborated with musicians and event teams, and tailored sets to suit each event's atmosphere.
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Serve as the primary leader and spokesperson for Pitch Slapped, representing the group at events, performances, and media engagements.
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Foster relationships with Pitch Slapped alumni, including notable members such as Matt Sallee (Pentatonix), Lizzy McAlpine, Bobby Bass, and Tiny Habits, ensuring continued connection to the group's history and legacy
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Oversee group dynamics, ensuring effective communication, collaboration, and cohesion within the team.
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Lead weekly board meetings, overseeing group operations, logistics, and strategic planning.
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Perform as Alto 2, contributing to the group's unique sound and musical identity.
November 2023 - Current
Hobgoblin - Boston, MA
Professional Jazz Singer (Weekly Residency)
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Performed as a lead jazz vocalist in a weekly residency, collaborating with a jazz pianist on a grand piano to deliver sophisticated and engaging performances.
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Curated and interpreted a repertoire of jazz standards and arrangements, maintaining an intimate and dynamic atmosphere for diverse audiences.
August 2021 - Current
Self Employed - Boston, MA
EFP-Certified Vocal Coach (Estill Voice Training)
September 2024 - Current
Silver Arrow - Boston, MA
Wedding Vocalist
June 2023 - Current
Berklee College Of Music - Boston
Guitar Department Assistant
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Deliver personalized voice lessons using the Estill Voice Training (EVT) method, focusing on vocal health, technique, and performance across all styles
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Foster a supportive and engaging learning environment, building student confidence while encouraging vocal exploration and growth.
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Perform as a lead vocalist for high-profile weddings and private events, delivering dynamic and versatile performances across genres such as pop, R&B, jazz, and soul.
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Assist in the day-to-day operations of the guitar department, providing support to instructors and students alike
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Assist in maintaining the department's inventory of guitars, accessories, and teaching materials
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Provide logistical support for high-profile guest masterclasses, clinics, and performances, ensuring all event details are organized and executed seamlessly.
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Serve as the point of contact for visiting artists and guests, facilitating their arrival, setup, and coordination with the department.
September 2021 - January 2022
Laufey - Boston
Transcriptionist and Sheet Music Creator
October 2022 - May 2023
Julia Vari - Boston
Assistant to Billboard Jazz Artist Julia Vari
September 2023 - May 2024
Berklee College of Music - Boston,
International Students Board Member
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Transcribed and arranged compositions from Grammy artist Laufey's debut EP into sheet music, ensuring precise replication of her original recordings.
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Created and published the official songbook for commercial sale, providing fans and musicians with accurate, high-quality scores.
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Assist with communications, including coordinating with venues, promoters, collaborators, and media outlets.
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Handle day-to-day administrative tasks such as correspondence, email management, and document preparation.
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Provide administrative and logistical support to Billboard jazz artist Julia Vari, ensuring smooth operations for her music career.
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Represent the interests of international students at Berklee College of Music, advocating for their needs and ensuring a supportive environment for a diverse student body.
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Organize and participate in events and activities designed to connect international students, promote cross-cultural exchange, and build a sense of community within the Berklee campus.
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Serve as a liaison between international students and various campus resources, ensuring that students are informed about available services and opportunities.
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Actively participate in board meetings, providing input on policies and decisions that affect international students, and advocating for initiatives that benefit the broader student community.
January 2023 - Current
Sessions Scoring Program, Berklee College of Music - Boston, MA
Session Violinist
June 2023 - September 2023
Berklee College of Music - Boston,
Summer Programs Assistant
July 2020 - August 2020
Station Clip (Ableton Certified School) - Montréal, Canada
Teacher's Assistant
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Perform as a session violinist for Berklee College of Music's Sessions Scoring Program, contributing to recording sessions for film scoring students.
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Collaborate with film scoring students, conductors, and faculty to record live violin parts for original compositions, enhancing the soundtrack for student film projects.
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Assist with the coordination and execution of Berklee College of Music's summer programs, ensuring smooth operations for students, instructors, and staff.
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Act as the main point of contact for students, instructors, and staff during Berklee College of Music's summer programs, ensuring seamless communication and operations
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Assist lead instructors in delivering music production courses focused on Ableton Live and other digital audio tools.
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Provide hands-on support to students, helping them understand software functionality, troubleshoot technical issues, and improve their music production skills.
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Help students develop creative projects, from concept to completion, by providing technical and creative feedback.
September 2018 - December 2021
École de Musique Le Studio - Laval, Québec, Canada
Voice & Violin Instructor
January 2018 - March 2020
Lionel Groulx College - Sainte-Thérèse, Québec, Canada
Core Music Tutor
September 2017 - May 2019
Ardene Clothing Store - Rosemère, Québec, Canada
Sales Associate
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Provide individualized voice and violin lessons to students of all ages (children, teenagers, and adults), fostering growth in technique, expression, and performance.
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Prepare students for school recitals, guiding them through repertoire selection, performance techniques, and stage presence.
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Provided one-on-one and group tutoring sessions to music students, specializing in ear training, music theory, and performance skills.
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Developed personalized lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles and proficiency levels, ensuring student engagement and comprehension.
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Delivered outstanding customer service by assisting shoppers with product selection, styling advice, and ensuring an enjoyable in-store experience.
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Recognized as Employee of the Year across Canada for exceptional performance, demonstrating dedication, reliability, and consistently surpassing sales targets.
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Maintained store organization, restocking shelves, and creating visually appealing displays to maximize customer engagement and sales.
January 2020 - Current
Selected
Performance Experience
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Fenway Park (National Anthems) 37K seats
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Agganis Arena (with grammy winner Lalah Hathaway) 8K seats
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Tillis Hall 1.8K seats
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Berklee Performance Center 1.2K
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Théâtre Lionel-Groulx 811 seats
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Cabaret BMO 400 seats
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Red Room at Cafe 939 (with the Voice Artist KJ Jennings) 200 seats
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Mad Monkfish 99 seats
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Mercedes Jazz Cafe 100 seats
SKILLS
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Fully Fluent in French, Spanish and English
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Microsoft Office Home Suite
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Google Suite
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Logic Pro
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Musescore
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Final Cut Pro
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Social Media Management and Content Creation (Grew audience to 15.7K+ followers for my own account and 70K for Pitch Slapped)
Education
Expected in May 2025
Berklee College of Music Boston, MA, USA
Bachelor of Music: Music Business & Professional Music (Performance and Jazz Composition)
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Recipient of a Full Merit Scholarship (50K per year)
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Dean's List mention for every semester of study
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GPA: 3.93
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Recipient of the Alex Ulanowski Award for Outstanding Academic Performance in Jazz Composition
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Recipient of a Music Biz Scholarship for Outstanding Academic Performance in Music Business
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Recipient of a Desjardins Merit Scholarship
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Semester of Study Abroad in Valencia, Spain
May 2021
Lionel-Groulx College St-Thérèse, QC, Canada
Associate of Arts Professional Music & Song Techniques
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Stream A: Composition and Arrangement and Stream B: Voice Performance, both completed
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Winner of the only entrance scholarship of the music department
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Vocalist of the College House Band
May 2016
Montréal Conservatory of Music Montréal, QC, Canada
Preparatory studies Violin Performance
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Concertmaster of the Montreal Conservatory of Music Strings Orchestra
