Mezzo soprano Linda Mindlin earned a degree in voice performance and music education (certified K through 12) from Westminster Choir College and has continued studies in graduate courses and seminars in vocal pedagogy. After maintaining a home studio, she joined the Conservatory faculty in 1998 and was awarded a full time position in 2009. She has appeared in opera, operetta and musical theater, including roles in productions of The Magic Flute, L'enfant et Les Sortileges, The Gondoliers, The Mikado, South Pacific, Carousel, Guys & Dolls, and many others. Ms Mindlin has performed as soloist in concert and oratorio in the tri-state area as well as locally with Westminster Community Orchestra, the Princeton Society of Musical Amateurs and others. She has performed in solo recitals singing repertoire of all styles, including premiering works by contemporary composers. Her extensive experience as a member of many professional ensembles that have specialized in music from the Renaissance to contemporary compositions gives her a keen awareness for students' experiences singing in choruses and ensembles. She has worked as a choral vocal coach and has directed youth and adult choirs. For many years, she was artist-in-residence presenting music programs in various schools. Ms Mindlin teaches students of all ages and levels of ability. Students are guided towards healthful and artistic singing through vocal exercises and varied repertoire, including a range of languages. Many of her students continue to win and place in competitions.
Personal statement: "One of the joys of teaching private lessons lies in the opportunity to meet the needs of the individual in the room while maintaining standards of healthful and artistic singing. The 23 years of teaching at the Conservatory have flown by and I will continue to grow and develop as a teacher and performer."