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Alayah Irvin, a native of Mobile, Alabama, is an accomplished alumna of the University of Mobile, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Music. Throughout her undergraduate years, Alayah was deeply engaged in both academic and extracurricular activities. She traveled with small ensembles from the Alabama School of the

Cedric Burrell, a native of Saraland, Alabama, holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Music Education from the University of Mobile. Throughout his career, Cedric has performed extensively across the nation, showcasing his talent as both a vocalist and worship leader. With a passion for music that began in his childhood, Cedric grew up playing

Keone Fuqua is a seasoned theatre professional with a rich and diverse background in the performing arts. With a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Performance from the University of Southern Mississippi and a Bachelor of Arts in Dramatic Arts/Communication from the University of South Alabama, Keone brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the

Maggie Stith was thrilled to join the UM faculty this spring as collaborative pianist, vocal coach, and theory professor. Having worked with student singers and instrumentalists for over 12 years at Baylor University, Auburn University, Belhaven University, and Colorado College, Maggie is passionate about a collaborative approach to making excellent music both on the stage

Stephen French, a theatre professional turned theatre educator, is so glad to have the opportunity to serve as a University of Mobile adjunct professor! Stephen is a graduate of both Auburn University (BFA in theatre) and the University of Montevallo (MEd in secondary education). After graduating with his theatre degree in the early 90s, Stephen

Marjorie Searcy is a vocal coach and the creator of the Middle Voice Method. She has been singing professionally and coaching singers for over 30 years. Marjorie has helped thousands of singers learn simple, practical techniques for overcoming vocal difficulties. Her method helps singers increase their range, improve their tone, flexibility and control while eliminating

Soprano, Kara Claybrook is a collegiate voice professor, choral conductor, opera director and minister of music from Little Rock, Arkansas. She has served as a voice professor at Ouachita Baptist University, Hendrix College, Central Baptist College, Henderson State University, Indiana State University and Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College. In 2023, Dr. Claybrook appeared as Marian the Librarian

Stephanie Archer earned a PhD in piano pedagogy from Florida State University in 2023.  She previously attended the University of Mobile for her undergraduate degree and Louisiana State University where she earned a Master of Music in piano pedagogy.  She is a member of Pi Kappa Lambda.  A Nationally Certified Teacher of Music, Archer has