Dr. McQuade shared the stage with professional tenor, David Guzman, and professional baritone, Michael Preacely, in a 2016 production of Verdi’s Rigoletto. Not only do her students rave about studying with her, her colleagues are exuberant about their experiences performing with her. She is a highly skilled teacher who brings her performance experience to the studio to the tremendous benefit of her students. Read more below from her Rigoletto co-stars regarding their assess
Dr. McQuade’s former students are able to build on the foundation that she provides: one that is nurturing and challenging while instilling both the technique and passion needed to excel as a musician. Sarah Harper has experienced great success since her four-year stint as Dr. McQuade’s student during her undergraduate studies in vocal performance. She completed a Masters in Voice Performance / Opera from Baylor University. Sarah is currently a candidate for the Doctorate of