Vocal Education:
- Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from Furman University
- Master of Music in Opera Directing from Florida State University
Teaching experience includes:
- Tennessee State University
- Middle Tennessee State University
- Trevecca Nazarene University
Instructors and Directors with whom Ms. Derrick studied:
- Soprano, Tamara Matthews - Vocal Instructor
- Mezzo-soprano Dr. Wanda Brister - Vocal Instructor
- Matthew Lata - Opera Director
- Robert Swedberg - Opera Director
- Neta Amit - Opera Director
- Brenda Nuckton - Opera Director
- Douglas Fisher - Conductor
Performed in recitals and opera productions with:
- The Lyrique en Mer Festival in Belle Ile France
- Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra and Community Choir as a soloist
Productions include:
- James Freeman’s Orchestra 2001 of Philadelphia
- The Lyrique en Mer Festival with conductor Philip Walsh
- Orlando Opera Company with mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves and director Dottie Danner
Ms. Derrick has directed numerous collegiate productions including two educational outreach tours with the Florida State Opera. She also acted as the Outreach Coordinator for the Florida State Opera during the 2005-2006 season.
Ms. Derrick is currently under contract with the Nashville Opera.
