Evangelina Combs is a current undergraduate student at the NIU School of Music studying Vocal/Choral Music Education. She has studied with many faculty including Professor AJ Wester, Dr. Orna Arania, Dr. Eric Johnson, & Dr. Mary-Lynn Doherty. Evangelina has various teaching experiences ranging from Children’s Church Choir & Elementary School General Music to serving as the Music Director of her collegiate a cappella group, The Harmelodics. At NIU, she’s performed with the NIU Concert Choir, NIU Chamber Choir, NIU Opera Theatre, and Harmelodics A Cappella. Through NIU Opera Theater, she has sung in and led multiple productions under the direction of AJ Wester.
Evangelina received the 2020 National Choral Award as well as multiple Division 1 Superior Titles at IHSA Solo/Ensemble Contest. While her studies primarily focus in classical singing, she also brings a heavy theatrical and vocal jazz background.
Her philosophy of teaching is that practice is key. She brings a fun but professional environment into her lessons and strives to bring out the best in each student. She wants each student to leave her studio with a new love for music and a growing confidence within their musicianship.