Kara Leigh
She/Her
Biography
Proud and versatile Filipina American music director with extensive background in performance, teaching, keyboard programing, conducting, and arranging. Classically trained and well versed in multiple genres of music. Dedicated to sharing the passion and love of both the technical and expressive aspects of music with students and colleagues. Musically directed, conducted, and performed in over 200 shows. Successfully arranged orchestral pieces for multiple musicals. NJACT Perry Nominated for Music Direction and Overall Musical. Collaborated with one of America’s leading jazz violinist/mandolinist, Aaron Weinstein
Professional Experience
- Regional
- Concerts/Cabaret
- Education
- Community Theatre
- Bachelor’s Degree
Regions
- NYC/Tri-State Area
Interested in touring?
- Yes
Maestra Expertise
- Music Director/Conductor (Pianist)
- Music Director/Conductor (Baton)
- Orchestrator
- Instrumentalist/Pit Musician
- Audition Pianist
- Classroom Music Teacher
- Class/Voice Lesson/Rehearsal Pianist
- Rehearsal Pianist
- Voice Teacher (Private Studio)
- Voice Teacher (Educational Institution)
Primary Instruments
- Piano
- Voice
Software
- Finale
- GarageBand
- MainStage
- Musescore
- Sibelius
Additional Skills
- Actor-Musician
- Singer/Performer
Affiliations
- THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS (AFM)