Masterclasses

I am an experienced masterclass presenter, addressing music theatre and other Contemporary Commercial Music (CCM) genres with students. These may be run both online or in-person (depending on Covid restrictions). Recent guest appearances include:

  • Temple University, music theatre studio class, pop/rock styles for musical theatre students (Online, September & October 2020, February 2022).
  • Penn State University, music theatre and voice department masterclasses, PA, USA (January 2020).
  • Temple University, music theatre studio class team teaching with Steven Gross, PA, USA (January 2020).
  • North Greenville University, contemporary and music theatre masterclass and guest teaching artist, SC, USA (January 2020).
  • Young Conservatorium, Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University, QLD, Australia, (October 2019).
  • Classical Singer Convention, Chicago, USA, (May 2019).
  • Temple University, Philadelphia, USA, (April, 2019).
  • Rockford University, IL, USA, (January 2018).
  • Auburn University, AL, USA, (January 2018).
  • North Greenville University, SC, USA, (January 2018).
  • Young Conservatorium Program, Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University, QLD, Australia, (October 2017).
  • Young Conservatorium, Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University, QLD, Australia, (October 2016).
  • Young Conservatorium, Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University Queensland, Australia, (May 2016).

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Testimonial

Dale’s knowledge of vocal technique and pedagogy is expansive, thorough and nuanced, Her ability to work with singers as they navigate technical hurdles shows a real empirical based study of the field and she possesses the talent to translate clinical science into tangible results, at times almost instantaneously. With her mastery of the field, her ability to work thoughtfully and methodically, and also be one of the easiest, “ego-free” colleagues I’ve yet to collaborate with …


Steven Gross DMA
Associate Professor of Theater
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA

Residencies    

Residencies have been built out of my PhD experiences of participant observation practices. In residencies, I can come to your institution for a period of time, from 2 days to two weeks, working with both teachers and students in lessons and in studio and masterclasses. In these residencies, I work closely with existing faculty to extend both faculty teaching skills and student outcomes. As part of these residencies, I can provide:

  • Masterclasses
  • Studio classes
  • One to one / group lessons
  • Team teaching with existing faculty
  • Staff peer reviews
  • Lectures
  • Workshops
  • Private voice lessons for teaching faculty should they be desired are also included.

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Feedback

Here is what participants* in Dale’s PhD research had to say about being a part of the project (see more information on Dale’s research here):

After getting past the expected, “Why is she looking at me?” and getting down to the business of teaching voice as I always do, it was as if Dale was not here.  She took copious notes, yes, but she was so unobtrusive as to blend right in.  In the early days of her observation, she and I engaged in some conversation/discussion about pedagogy and “what just happened” at the end of the lesson days.  As I suspected, however, it was clear Dale also had a lot to offer my students (and me!) with her vast body of knowledge.  As time went on over two weeks, Dale and I collaborated at times with teaching my eager and hungry students – they are always up for learning from guests!

As a voice teacher, I found Dale’s visit refreshing and invigorating.  As we shared our theories of learning, specifics about discrete voice challenges, and meeting the needs and interests of individual students, I longed for more continuous dialogue, and truly missed Dale’s contributions to my studio after she departed. 

I am so pleased Dale Cox included me, my students, and my university as part of her study.  I look forward to reading her completed dissertation.  After only two weeks at University X, Dale has become a valuable and marvelous colleague.

Being able to have an international research scholar, Ms. Dale Cox, in our classrooms and studios was invigorating!  While she was there to observe how we train our students, she brought an energy to the space that was inquisitive, yet uplifting.  She not only shared insights from her extensive years in the studio with our students, but asked us, as faculty, questions about our system of teaching that allowed us to think about our methodology with fresh eyes.  She even was able to step in to teach a whole lesson to two of our musical theatre students when I experienced a family emergency situation … Truly, we didn’t want her to leave at the end of two weeks.  I know she expressed her gratitude to us for allowing her to observe us, but I was the one who felt thankful for her observations, collegiality and joy for musical theatre and continued learning.  I look forward to when our paths will cross again professionally!

My thoughts on your visit:  use whatever you can and it is all honest!

Teacher’s egos are a fragile thing!  We always think, in our heart of hearts that we know what is best for our students and when another knowledgeable teacher comes to OBSERVE we get a bit nervous.  I felt no nervousness with you in my room!  I got only positive vibes from you and the assurance that I was on the right track.  This helps a lot!  I also appreciated another set of eyes and ears.  After so much time together with a student, I seem to get used to things they do and don’t always recognize the problem any more.  You were a great help in noticing alignment problems and coming up with new ways to say the things I have already said but new words always help!  … a presence in the studio that made the students feel appreciated and encouraged.  Just a bundle of positive energy so thank you a thousandfold!!!

*All participants have been de-identified as part of the ethics protocol of my research.

Please note that the above photos represent masterclasses which and in no way represent any participants in my research.