Natalie Cardillo
Creator of ChoralPop
I am a proud music educator.
Why I sing:
Unlock the harmony between mind, body, and spirit
Create a little magic out of thin air
Connect with kindred souls brave enough to sing their hearts out
“As a 2nd year teacher, Mrs. Cardillo has the finesse of an experienced 20-year teacher” – Assistant Principal, 2019
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HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC TEACHER – Choir, A Cappella, Piano, Guitar, Music Appreciation
Ridgewood High School (Ridgewood, NJ) | 2021 – 2025
Glenelg High School (Glenelg, MD) | 2018 – 2021
• Directed curricular choir programs of four ensembles, serving over 100 students annually
• Music-directed two competitive high school a cappella groups; led the AcaBellas to two consecutive ICHSA Finals appearances featuring original arrangements of “Don’t Let Go (Love)”, “Church Bells”, “My Rose”, and “Fighter”
• Arranged contemporary choral and a cappella music tailored to ensemble strengths and student voice types
• Mentored students in solo performance, sight-reading, and audition preparation for collegiate music programs
• Differentiated instruction and created accessible resources to meet the needs of all learners, including students with IEPs and 504s
• Organized and led successful banquet fundraisers, raising over $6,000 annually to support the choral program
• Maintained strong relationships with families and colleagues, fostering a supportive and inclusive program culture
Education
Graduated from the University of Delaware with my Bachelors of Music Education degree in Voice in 2017
Music directed University of Delaware’s Vocal Point and Cape Cod’s all female a cappella group Cape Harmony
Conducted the Delaware Choral Scholars as a Conducting Scholar in Aix-en-Provence, France
Get to Know Me - Choir Edition
Songs I’ve sang soprano: