About N. Thomas Pedersen
N. Thomas Pedersen is a conductor, producer, and teacher with a diverse history of experience across multiple genres and styles of music performance and education. He is active both as a performer and educator across the United States, and is frequently featured as a guest clinician and coach in both pre-professional and professional settings from pre-college training intensives to university masterclasses to professional production consultation and coaching.
UPCOMING APPEARANCES
Clear Space Theater Performing Arts Institute
Saturday, October 17, 2023
Rehoboth Beach, Delaware
Mr. Pedersen will present elements of his acclaimed vocal technique class, How to create your own unique sound! in the first half of this workshop including exercises in body alignment, respiration, phonation and articulation, which help students find their sound as they integrate speech-connected singing with acting objectives. The second half of the workshop will provide time for students to receive coaching on audition repertoire as well as further expand their audition book with repertoire geared particularly toward young actors.
Virginia Theater Association Conference: The Art In You
October 26-28, 2023
Richmond, Virginia
Mr. Pedersen will present his vocal technique class, How to create your own unique sound! at the 2023 Virginia Theater Association Conference Octobert 26-28, 2023. "If you can speak it, you can sing it." says Pedersen. “Regardless of genre, all singers should ‘cross train’ in all techniques: classical voice, pop, contemporary and classic Broadway: this workshop will introduce you to a holistic and mindful approach for singing.”Through body alignment, respiration, phonation and articulation, this class helps students find their sound as they integrate speech-connected singing with acting objectives.
