We now offer additional online classes for your convenience!
Nelya Ake
Recognized multi genre vocalist and songwriter. Broad background in Musical Theater. Skilled instrumentalist with expertise on piano and guitar. Experienced dancer, ballet, hip-hop and contemporary. A hardworking professional striving to promote compassion and resiliency thru the arts.
EXPERIENCE
Background Performer, Berklee Singer's Showcase, Apr 2018 - Feb 2019, Boston, MA
BGV and performer for Singer's Showcase 3 consecutive show
Background Singer , Kevin Spacey, Jul 2015, Sonoma, CA
Backup singer for Kevin Spacey alongside Patti Austin at Weill Hall Rohnert Park
Film Composer, Stuart Swabacker , Feb 2021, Alameda, CA
Composed and recorded song for opening and closing for film (not yet released)
Director and Performer, An Evening With Nelly Ake, Feb 2019, Boston, MA
Directed and Performed a solo show at Berklee College of Music.
Wrote band arrangements and BGV arrangements
Lead Vocalist, Oakland Symphony Opening Night, Dec 2015, Oakland, California
Lead vocalist for Chris Brubeck and Orchestra opening night event
Background singer, UCSF Champion's Gala, Jan 2015, San Francisco, CA
Background singer for Tim McGraw and Kevin Spacey
Vocalist, Mario Grigorov, Nov 2016, Boston, MA
Recorded a cover commissioned by Mario Grigorov for a film score composition
Background Singer, Berklee Comencement Concert 2020, May 2020, Boston, MA
BGV for John Legend, Shiela E and Cassandra Wilso
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts, Music performance Aug 2020
Berklee College of Music - Boston , MA. 6 week study abroad program in Valencia, Spain with a focus in Studio Engineering and Pro Tools Awarded academic and artistic scholarships
SKILLS
-
Verbal communication
-
Creative thinking
-
Quick learner
-
Optimistic outlook
-
Goal oriented and persistent to completion
-
Engage audiences
-
Music Theory
1 hr
95 US dollars1 hr
95 US dollars