Teacher

Connie-lin Chmura Nold

CONNIE-LIN CHMURA NOLD

"Music Is A Powerful Tool" - Connie-lin

Opera Singer | Vocal Coach | Audition Specialist | Pianist | Composer

Musical Director | Musical Theatre Director

???? Boulder, CO

508.494.5945

clcnold@gmail.com

www.CLCNotes.com

@clcnoldy

Connie Nold

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Accomplished opera singer and dedicated music educator with extensive performance experience at prestigious venues including Boston Lyric Opera, Santa Fe Opera, and New York City Opera. Founder of CLCNotes, LLC, specializing in comprehensive vocal coaching, piano instruction, and audition preparation. Published researcher on brain cognitive development through music in partnership with New England Conservatory. Passionate about using music as a universal language to inspire transformation and self-discovery in students of all ages, bringing joy and artistry to every lesson.

Professional Experience

Founder & Lead Instructor

CLCNotes, LLC

Boulder, CO

PRESENT

Provide comprehensive vocal coaching, piano instruction, and audition preparation

Guide students from initial training through collegiate program admissions

Produce professional video submissions for auditions and competitions

Develop individualized curricula focused on technique, artistry, and confidence-building

Opera Singer

Professional Performance Career

Performed with Boston Lyric Opera, Santa Fe Opera, and New York City Opera

Signature role as Maria in West Side Story with Roundabout Theatre Company (NYC) and National Tour

Extensive repertoire spanning classical and contemporary operatic works

Recognized for artistic excellence and vocal technique

Musical Theatre Director & Composer

Original Production

Boulder, CO

2025

Wrote, composed, and directed 'No Place Like Home – A New Musical,' premiering in Boulder. Production showcased original music and storytelling while exploring themes of home and belonging.

MUSIC EDUCATION RESEARCHER

New England Conservatory Partnership

Published research on brain cognitive development in children through music in collaboration with Dr. Larry Scripp. Research explores neurological impacts of music education on young learners.

EDUCATION

Master of Music in Opera Performance

New England Conservatory

Boston, MA

Bachelor of Music

New England Conservatory

Boston, MA

Opera & Vocal Study

The Juilliard School

New York, NY

*Advanced operatic and vocal training under the mentorship of Edward Zambara

SKILLS

Teaching Expertise

Vocal technique and performance coaching

Piano instruction (all levels)

Audition preparation and strategy

Video production for submissions

Musical theatre direction

Musical Skills

Classical and contemporary repertoire

Composition and arranging

Music theory and sight-reading

Multiple language proficiency (Italian, German, French)

Stage direction and production

Digital Presence & Platform

Built and maintain an engaged online community of music students, educators, and performers through daily content featuring original piano compositions, student success stories, and behind-the-scenes insights from original musical theatre productions.

@clcnoldy-Facebook-Website

NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS

Met Opera Regional Finalist, Boston, MA

Successfully guided students to admission in top collegiate music programs

Published researcher on music cognition and child development

Created and premiered original musical theatre production

Performed at internationally recognized opera houses

Built thriving private studio practice (CLCNotes, LLC)

© 2025 Connie-lin Chmura Nold | CLCNotes, LLC

"Music is the universal language that connects us all. Music is a powerful tool."

Connie-lin Chmura Nold - @clcnoldy - Connie Nold - www.CLCNotes.com