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Kristin Eklund Haverkampf is a classically trained soprano and alumna of Oberlin Conservatory.
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For more than 30 years, Ms. Haverkampf has been highly sought after as a soloist, chorister, adjudicator, and clinician. Among her many notable accomplishments, she spent over a decade as a member of the esteemed Chicago Symphony Chorus, often performing as a soloist with the Chicago Master Singers. Currently, she lends her talents to the Milwaukee Symphony Chorus while continuing to study vocal pedagogy and pursue her passions in opera, art song, sacred choral music, liturgical song, and musical theater.
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In addition to her performance work, Ms. Haverkampf has been running a private studio for over 30 years. She has also taught at the David Adler Music and Arts Center as well as other local youth theater groups. Additionally, she is a member of the National Association of Teachers of Singing.
My Teaching Philosophy
Teaching students in Grayslake Illinois and surrounding communities
My pledge is to guide students to discover their unique, individual voices through a foundation of healthy vocal technique so that they can sing with freedom and authenticity across all styles and genres of music. I am dedicated to providing everyone a safe and affirming space regardless of race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or physical abilities.
My students range from novice singers to professionals with diverse musical experiences and interests. I also work with injured singers in conjunction with their speech-language pathologist or ENT office.
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I am not a proponent of any one pedagogical method but rather draw from my varied influences and experiences as a student and vocalist. The study of voice science and how it relates to singing is a passion of mine. I firmly believe that learning never stops and am a proud member of The National Association of Teachers of Singing.
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My students range in age from 10 to adult. Lessons can be 30, 45, or 60 minutes a week. I recommend that children under the age of 14 start with 30 minutes.
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Please contact me for more information or to set up an appointment.
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Ensemble Experience
Soprano Soloist
Chorister Milwaukee Symphony Chorus 2015 - present
Section Leader/Chorister/Soloist Chicago Master Singers 2009-2015
Section leader/Soloist St. James Lutheran Church 2007-2022
Chorister Chicago Symphony Chorus 1994-2005
Opera Performances
Michaela - Bizet: Carmen
Frasquita - Bizet: Carmen
Lady Harriet Durham - Flotow: Martha
Jenny Diver - Gay/Spano: The Beggar's Opera
Josephine - Martinů: Comedy on a Bridge
Amelia - Mennotti: Amelia Goes to the Ball
Madame Herz - Mozart: Der Schauspieldirector
Der Königin der Nacht - Mozart: Die Zauberflöte
Prima Sorella Cercatrice - Puccini: Suor Angelica
Desdemona - Verdi: Othello
Lucy Brown - Weil: Three Penny Opera
Bruckner: Mass no. 3 in f minor
Dvorák: Stabat Mater
Holst: Christmas Day
Llewellyn: Away in a Manger
Mahler: Symphony no. 2
Mozart: Coronation Mass
Mozart: Requiem Mass
Mozart: Vespers, k. 339
Rutter: Gloria
Schumann: Requiem, Op. 148
Vivaldi: Gloria
Vivaldi: Magnificat
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Principal Teachers
Richard Miller
Margaret Harshaw
Carmen Mehta
Nancy Kiser
Karen Brunssen
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