Lisa Blair-Hawkins

About

Lisa Blair-Hawkins graduated with honors from the University of Cincinnati-Conservatory of Music with a Bachelor of Music Education degree. She has lived in Raleigh, North Carolina with her husband since 1997 and maintains a busy schedule as a vocal teacher, professional accompanist, music director, and performer. Lisa is described as an exceptionally accomplished and versatile artist and instructor whose repertoire encompasses classical and folk music, spirituals and jazz, and an uncommonly wide range of Broadway and pop music. Her students are consistently selected to participate in the North Carolina Honors Chorus, the North Carolina Governor's School, and nationally recognized summer music camps and programs. They have received numerous music scholarships to schools and universities, been hired for positions in national theme parks, and secured leading roles in community and professional theater and opera productions. In 2002, Lisa established a nonprofit organization, Performance Edge, Inc., which extends and broadens training and opportunities for young people in musical performance. She has served as Musical Director for North Carolina Theatre's Summer Theater Arts School, Duke University's annual Night of Duke Stars, and FOX-50's Gimme the Mike. Lisa also serves as a guest clinician and adjudicator for various music festivals and competitions throughout North Carolina and beyond.

Education & Qualifications

Bachelor of Music Education degree (with honors) from University of Cincinnati-Conservatory of Music. Extensive professional experience as vocal coach, accompanist, and music director.

Teaching Styles