I am a versatile and accomplished music professional with over a decade of experience across genres in performance, music direction, composition, arranging, education and production. I have proven leadership in regional and national theatre, with expertise in conducting, keyboard performance, orchestra, programming and collaboration. I am a passionate educator with formal training and advanced degrees in music education. I enjoy mentoring students and colleagues through collaborative projects and educational programs, and I thrive on creating meaningful musical experiences for audiences and communities.…

Morgan E. Stevenson

I am a versatile and accomplished music professional with over a decade of experience across genres in performance, music direction, composition, arranging, education and production. I have proven leadership in regional and national theatre, with expertise in conducting, keyboard performance, orchestra, programming and collaboration. I am a passionate educator with formal training and advanced degrees in music education. I enjoy mentoring students and colleagues through collaborative projects and educational programs, and I thrive on creating meaningful musical experiences for audiences and communities.…

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I am a versatile and accomplished music professional with over a decade of experience across genres in performance, music direction, composition, arranging, education and production.

I have proven leadership in regional and national theatre, with expertise in conducting, keyboard performance, orchestra, programming and collaboration. I am a passionate educator with formal training and advanced degrees in music education. I enjoy mentoring students and colleagues through collaborative projects and educational programs, and I thrive on creating meaningful musical experiences for audiences and communities.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Music Director / Arranger at Indiana Repertory Theatre
January 1, 2024 - Present
Fannie: The Life and Music of Fannie Lou Hamer; multiple performances across theatres.
Music Director / Arranger at Milwaukee Repertory Theatre
January 1, 2024 - Present
Marie & Rosetta; music direction and arrangement.
Music Director / Arranger at Indiana Repertory Theatre
January 1, 2024 - Present
Little Shop of Horrors; music direction and arrangement for production.
Music Director / Arranger at City Theatre (Pittsburgh, PA)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Fannie: The Life and Music of Fannie Lou Hamer; performances.
Music Director / Arranger at Theatre Works Silicon Valley
January 1, 2023 - Present
Fannie: The Life and Music of Fannie Lou Hamer; development & performances.
Music Director / Arranger at Northlight Theatre
January 1, 2023 - Present
Marie & Rosetta; music direction and arrangement.
Copyist / Conductor / Assistant Conductor at Lyric Opera of Chicago
January 1, 2023 - Present
Copyist and cover conductor for new opera; prepared scores and assisted production team.
Music Director / Arranger at Theatre Outfit (Atlanta) / Theatrical Outfit
January 1, 2023 - Present
Passing Strange; music direction and coordination.
Music Director / Arranger at True Colors Theatre
January 1, 2022 - Present
Fannie: The Life and Music of Fannie Lou Hamer; performances.
Music Director / Arranger at Actors Theatre of Louisville
January 1, 2022 - Present
Fannie: The Life and Music of Fannie Lou Hamer; performances.
Pianist / Workshop Performer at Court Theatre
January 1, 2018 - Present
In Dahomey (workshop) – Court Theatre Chicago.
Music Director / Arranger at Indiana Repertory Theatre
January 1, 2018 - Present
Nina Simone: Four Women; led music direction and arrangement; collaborated with production teams; orchestrated scores.
Pianist, Saxophonist at Oakdale Christian Academy Gospel Fest
January 1, 2017 - Present
Sang Choir Gospel Festival – pianist.
Pitchfork Music Festival – Saxophonist in Brass Band at Pitchfork Music Festival (Solange) – Chicago
January 1, 2017 - Present
Saxophonist with brass band for Solange's performance.
Saxophonist at Chicago State University Community Jazz Band
January 1, 2016 - Present
Jazz Palooza & Midwest Band Clinic – saxophonist.
Minister of Music / Musician at Church / Worship Services
January 1, 2005 - Present
Church musician roles including pianist, organist, arranger, and Minister of Music for worship services, choirs, and special events.
Church Musician (Pianist, Organist, Arranger, Minister of Music) at Various Congregations
January 1, 2005 - Present
Piano, organ, and arranging for worship services; lead musician for choirs and special events; ongoing role since 2005.

Education

High School Diploma at Curie Metropolitan High School
September 6, 2005 - June 5, 2009
AAEP (Advanced Arts Education Program) at Gallery 37
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009
B.S. in Music Education, magna cum laude at Tennessee State University
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2013
Masters in Music Education, summa cum laude at VanderCook College of Music
June 1, 2015 - July 15, 2017

Qualifications

Suzi Bass Award Nominee – Outstanding Music Director for a Musical
January 1, 2022 - January 3, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services

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