教师简介

教育: BM, University of North Texas, MM, Northern Arizona University, MDiv, 西雅图 University

Julie Kae Sigars has been seen and heard in opera, 轻歌剧, 音乐剧, 清唱剧, 演出, 活动, solo orchestra appearances, 流行音乐会, cabaret supper clubs, 和广告. She as appeared in numerous roles with the Tacoma Opera and Everett Opera, including Susanna ("Marriage of Figaro") and Adele (Die Fledermaus). With NOISE (Northwest Opera in 学校, Etc.), Ms. Sigars has toured Western Washington elementary schools in condensed versions of well-known operas. She has sung Mimi with 西雅图 Opera’s touring educational program. Other appearances include engagements with the Bellevue Philharmonic, Cascade Symphony, 西雅图 Bach Choir, Philharmonia Northwest, and the Everett Chorale.

一个土生土长的德克萨斯人, she has music degrees from the University of North Texas and Northern Arizona University, and a master of divinity from 西雅图 University's School of Theology and Ministry. Ms. Sigars is a member of NATS (National Association of Teachers of Singing) and has served on the local board of the Puget Sound Chapter. She is also a member of the Presbyterian Association of Musicians (PAM) and has served on PAM's National Board.

Ordained in the Presbyterian Church USA as a Teaching Elder (Minister of Word and Sacrament), Rev. Sigars has prepared and led numerous worship services within the North Puget Sound Presbytery and the Alaska/PNW Synod, and at national PAM conferences. She was also on the board and faculty of the 西雅图 University School of Theology Summer Liturgy and Worship Institute for each conference.

Currently an adjunct professor at 西雅图 Pacific University, Rev. Sigars is Associate Pastor of Music and Worship at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, and also maintains a private voice studio. She is married to local writer and columnist Chuck Sigars, and has two grown children.

Classes taught at SPU: "Music and Worship," "Song of the Church," "Fine Arts and the Christian 社区," "Exploring and Understanding Music," and beginning voice. She also gives private vocal instruction.