I am a composer, songwriter, arranger, producer and performer ready to work with you on your project. Flexible, collaborative, ready to accept and act on feedback, I will work to give you the sound you want!

Adam Steele

I am a composer, songwriter, arranger, producer and performer ready to work with you on your project. Flexible, collaborative, ready to accept and act on feedback, I will work to give you the sound you want!

Available to hire

I am a composer, songwriter, arranger, producer and performer ready to work with you on your project. Flexible, collaborative, ready to accept and act on feedback, I will work to give you the sound you want!

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Vocal, Instrumental and Electronic Music Teacher at Oregon Episcopal School
January 1, 2023 - September 26, 2025
Vocal, instrumental and electronic music teacher; developed new courses and tutoring programs; directed multiple ensembles and school musicals.
Director of Voices Auream (formerly Women’s Chorus) at Lewis and Clark College
January 1, 2016 - September 26, 2025
Directed Voices Auream (formerly Women’s Chorus); oversaw repertoire, rehearsals, and performances.
Conductor of Cappella Nova chamber choir (temporary position) at Lewis and Clark College
January 1, 2014 - September 26, 2025
Conductor for Cappella Nova chamber choir (temporary position) in Fall 2014.
Vocal Music Instructor at Oregon Islamic Academy
January 1, 2017 - September 26, 2025
Vocal music instructor; taught vocal technique and choral repertoire.
Director of Music at St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church
January 1, 2017 - September 26, 2025
Director of music; oversaw musical programs and choirs.
Guest conductor at Cappella Romana
January 1, 2014 - September 26, 2025
Guest conductor for Cappella Romana, including the Oregon Coast Tour.
Director of Music at Valley Community Presbyterian Church
January 1, 2015 - September 26, 2025
Director of music; led church choir and music programming.
Conductor at Portland Baroque Orchestra Chorus
January 1, 2008 - September 26, 2025
Conductor/chorus master for multiple performances.
Conductor at Portland State University Men’s Chorus
January 1, 2003 - September 26, 2025
Conductor; led the Men’s Chorus program.
Artistic Director at Coro Uomo Men’s Ensemble
January 1, 2001 - September 26, 2025
Artistic director of the Coro Uomo Men’s Ensemble.
Vocal, Instrumental and Electronic Music Teacher at Oregon Episcopal School
January 1, 2023 - September 27, 2025
Taught vocal, instrumental, and electronic music; developed new high school courses including Technology in Music (2010-2023) and AP Music Theory class with tutoring program (2008-2023); directed ensembles and integrated technology into curriculum.
Director of Voices Auream (formerly Women's Chorus) at Lewis & Clark College
January 1, 2016 - September 27, 2025
Directed Voices Auream, the women’s chorus.
Conductor, Cappella Nova chamber choir (temporary position) at Lewis & Clark College
December 31, 2014 - September 27, 2025
Conductor for Cappella Nova chamber choir (temporary, Fall 2014).
Vocal Music Instructor at Oregon Islamic Academy
January 1, 2017 - September 27, 2025
Pit Orchestra Director for Staged Musicals at Oregon Episcopal High School
January 1, 2014 - September 27, 2025
Directed pit orchestras for staged musicals (e.g., Peter Pan (2014), Little Women (2012), Wizard of Oz (2011), Return to the Forbidden Planet (2009), The Music Man (2008), etc.).
Director of Music at St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church
January 1, 2017 - September 27, 2025
Director of music (2015-2017).
Co-founder and Artistic Director at Vir Men’s Ensemble
January 1, 2016 - September 27, 2025
Co-founded and served as artistic director (2013-2016).
Chorus Master / Guest Conductor at Cappella Romana
January 1, 2022 - September 27, 2025
Chorus master and guest conductor for Cappella Romana projects and tours (2002-2022).
Conductor at Portland State University Men’s Chorus
January 1, 2003 - September 27, 2025
Conductor for PSU Men’s Chorus (2002-2003).
Artistic Director at coro uomo Men’s Ensemble
January 1, 2001 - September 27, 2025
Artistic director (1999-2001).
Vocal Music Teacher at Gordon Russell Middle School
January 1, 1995 - September 27, 2025
Vocal music teacher (1993-1995).
Choir Director at Emmanuel Lutheran Church
January 1, 1995 - September 27, 2025
Choir director (1993-1995).
Private Voice and Multi-Instrument Studio at Self-Employed
January 1, 1993 - Present
Private voice and multi-instrument studio instruction since 1993.

Education

Master of Music in Conducting at Portland State University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006
Bachelor of Arts in Music Education and Vocal Performance at Pacific University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1993
Master of Music in Conducting at Portland State University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006
Bachelor of Arts in Music Education and Vocal Performance at Pacific University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1993

Qualifications

ACDA International Conductor Exchange Fellow
January 1, 2015 - September 26, 2025
Oregon Bach Festival Composer-in-Residence (accepted)
January 1, 1995 - September 26, 2025
Pacific University Music Alumni Hall of Fame Inductee
January 1, 2015 - September 26, 2025
Adjudicator for Beaverton Symphony Orchestra's Young Artist Concerto Competition
January 1, 2012 - September 26, 2025
ACDA International Conductor Exchange Program Fellow
January 1, 2015 - September 27, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services
    paper Musical score for short film, "Users"

    “Users” is a film I was hired to score by Storybox Creative. It features acoustic as well as electronic elements, with several mood shifts. The film can be viewed here:

    h*ttps://vimeo.com/255659233/b11a98f566 (copy and paste minus the asterisk - apologies - privacy settings don’t allow for embedded playback, and Twine formatting doesn’t allow for Vimeo url’s to NOT be previewed)

    The soundtrack alone can be listened to here:

    https://on.soundcloud.com/UpmBOFi8zZrczdpUy0

    paper Musical score for short film, "Une charogne"

    “Une charogne” is an animated film. I wrote the music for the film, which features both acoustic and electronic elements. The film can be viewed here:

    paper Musical score for short film "Orenco Woods"

    “Orenco Woods” is a film I was hired to score by Storybox Creative. It features mostly electronic elements, with several mood shifts. This film was part of a 48-hour film festival in Portland, Oregon in 2017. The film can be viewed here:

    paper Musical contributor to film, "Suzy Hotrod: Roller Derby Star"

    “Suzy Hotrod: Roller Derby Star” is a film about roller derby legend, Suzy Hotrod. One of my songs was selected for the soundtrack. The song is a disco track I wrote, recorded and produced in 2017. The film can be viewed here (link starts at just before my song plays):

    paper Musical score for Dodge commercial spec, "Do Things Right"

    “Do Things Right” is a spec commercial for Dodge. It features music in an introspective instrumental Folk/Americana style. The film can be viewed here:

    paper Musical score for Subaru commercial spec, "Live, Love, Explore"

    “Live, Love, Explore” is a spec commercial for Subaru. It features music in a fun instrumental pop style. The film can be viewed here: