• Mairi-Irene McCormack

    mezzo-soprano

Biography

Building a reputation for her musicality, beauty of tone and interpretive skills, Mairi-Irene McCormack is an emerging classical mezzo-soprano based in Edmonton, Alberta. She is a graduate of Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music where she earned a Performer Diploma in Vocal Performance studying with Professor Timothy Noble. During her studies at IU, she performed the role of Mrs. Sedley in Indiana University Opera Theater’s production of Peter Grimes and performed excerpts as Charlotte in Werther, Mrs. Grose in The Turn of the Screw in opera workshop performances. She was also a frequent performer with the opera outreach program Re-imagining Opera for Kids in their production of Lauren Bernofsky’s interactive opera Rufus and Rita.

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Recent Performances

  • Mozart's Die ZauberfloteConvocation Hall, March 15 and 16 - 7:30pm

    Ms. McCormack performs the role of 3rd Lady as part of the University of Alberta Opera Workshop Ensemble's production of Die Zauberflote.

  • Masters Recital Holy Trinity Anglican Church, January 25, 2018 - 7pm

    Ms. McCormack collaborates with pianist Shannon Hiebert on a program featuring works by Schubert, Heggie, Ravel, and Rossini.

  • Music for a Festive Season Robertson Wesley United Church, December 2, 2018 - 3pm

    Mairi-Irene was the alto soloist in a performance of Vivaldi's Gloria alongside Dawn Bailey, soprano, the Alberta Baroque Ensemble, the University of Alberta Madrigal Singers and conductor, Dr. Leonard Ratzlaff.

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Media Gallery

Promotional Photo by Amber Krawiec Photography.
Promotional Photo by Amber Krawiec Photography.
Promotional Photo by Amber Krawiec Photography.
Promotional Photo by Amber Krawiec Photography.
Promotional Photo by Amber Krawiec Photography.
Peter Grimes with IU Opera Theater; photo by Synthia Steiman.
With composer Allan Bevan, following the Western Canadian premiere of his composition "Last Light Above the World" at the Winspear Centre.
Mrs. Sedley in Peter Grimes with IU Opera Theater; photo by Synthia Steiman.
Backstage of Peter Grimes, with Justin Brunette, tenor.
Rufus the Dog in Lauren Bernofsky's Rufus and Rita with Reimagining Opera for Kids, Bloomington, Indiana.
Following a solo set of pop and folk music at Rise and Root.
On stage at the Winspear following a performance of Magic Flute scenes with the University Symphony Orchestra.

This Journey from Dead Man Walking

O thou that tellest good tidings to Zion from Messiah

Der Zwerg - Franz Schubert

O Rest in the Lord from Elijah

Olga's Aria from Eugene Onegin

Music - Jake Heggie

Lessons

Mairi Irene runs an active voice studio for students of all ages. Lessons focus on the fundamental aspects of singing, including breathing, resonance, diction, communication and performance skills in additional to basic keyboard theory and musicianship. She is committed to helping each student achieve their unique goals, improve their technique, and expand their appreciation and love for music.  Though technical lessons focus on classical bel canto techniques, Mairi Irene loves to work on a variety of repertoire including pop, rock, folk and musical theatre. Along with individual lessons, there will be two studio recitals this year, several group lessons, and opportunities to prepare for festivals and RCM exams.

Mairi Irene’s studio is currently full for the 2018-19 school year. However, you are welcome to submit a message to be added to her studio wait-list. 

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Edmonton, Alberta – mezzo-soprano