Roseanna Irwin

Roseanna Irwin is an Associate Teaching Professor in the School of Music at Carnegie Mellon University, specializing in Coaching and Accompanying. She holds a Bachelor's and Master's in Music from Duquesne University. Her roles include teaching Vocal Coaching, Studio Performance, and Music Theater Literature. She has led the Voice and Collaborative Piano Departments at CMU and served on committees such as the Faculty Senate and Curriculum Committee.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Duquesne University
• Master of Music, Duquesne University

Research & Professional Activities: Roseanna focuses on vocal pedagogy, music theater performance, and collaborative piano. Her career includes administrative roles at CAPA High School, Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera, and the Mendelssohn Choir. She actively contributes to organizations such as NATS and Pi Kappa Lambda.

Service & Leadership:

• Secretary-Treasurer, Pi Kappa Lambda Theta Xi Chapter
• Member, National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS)
• Former Head, Voice and Collaborative Piano Departments at CMU

Performance Experience: She has performed with Tuesday Musical Club operas, served as a music director for musical revues in Pittsburgh and internationally, and participated in Royal Viking Cruise Lines productions.