About Shannon
Shannon was born and raised in Los Angeles, and has been immersed in music from the age of four and began songwriting at the age of sixteen. With over 20 years of vocal training and more than a decade of professional performance experience, Shannon is a versatile artist skilled in multiple instruments. Her vocal range spans numerous genres, from pop to EDM, showcasing her dynamic talent across various platforms. Her voice talents can be seen live around LA and Ventura County, on all music streaming platforms, and as one of two vocalists on Micheline Pitt’s haunting short film Grummy, starring Voilet McGraw of Haunting of Hill House and Megan. Shannon currently writes for her own music projects, as well as for and alongside artists of various genres.
Musical Education & Training
Formal voice training: Individual and choral (2000-2015)
CalArts CAP program: Voice, jazz (flute), world music (voice+instrumental), marimba, electronic music (2009-2014)
Santa Clarita Master Chorale (2012-2014)
Access to studio for session vocals and toplines; Please email to ask for more information on the DAW
Recent Projects & Collaborations
Sang live at LA County Fair’s NextFest LA with WaxOwls (2023); Lagoon Stage
Regular performer for Caruso Events at The Americana, Palisades Village, and The Grove (2023-Present)
Appeared in Jubilee Media's Odd One Out series (2023) Which one is not the singer?
Co-writing and co-directing the original musical H.A.G.S (2024); UCB Hollywood
Featured vocalist in short film Grummy by Micheline Pitt
Lead singer of the Taylor Swift Tribute Band "The Betty's"
Shannon’s original music can be found on all major streaming sites under “Shannon Meske”
Stage & Performance Credits
ASL Stage Interpreter for The Stinky Cheese Man (2018) and Little Shop of Horrors (2018)
Roles in Bright Star (Mama Murphy, 2019), The Addams Family (Alice, 2021), Into the Woods (Baker’s Wife, 2022); Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center.
Additional Roles in Treasure Island (Dr. Livesy, 2011), Bye Bye Birdie (Mama, 2012), You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown (Lucy, 2013), and Robin Hood (Maid Marian, 2014)
Wrote, Directed, and starred in an original murder mystery play, Murder?!
“Love Me So”
Released February 14th, 2023, “Love Me So” is Shannon Meske’s debut EP. Conceptually, the EP started in 2013, when the majority of the songs were written. At the advent of the pandemic in 2020, Meske decided to re-work the songs she had written in high school through the lens of a woman nearly a decade older. After three years of work, the EP was released and can be streamed on all major music streaming platforms.
Other Released Music
“Find My Way Home” is Shannon Meske’s debut single, released in 2022, this song explores themes of grief and loss, and finding oneself.
You can also find work that has been released with Meske as the main songwriter and vocalist (see link below)
“Meet Shannon Meske” Featured in Canvas Rebel
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“Shannon is an incredible vocalist! Having worked with her for two years, I can confidently vouch for her natural talent, wonderful work ethic, and technical skills. Shannon can harmonize anything! She has a thorough background of contemporary music and theatre and can teach various styles of singing.”
-Customer Review
“Life & Work with Shannon Meske” Featured in VoyageLA
A Los Angeles-based publication that highlights the talents and work of local people and small businesses. The magazine features interviews with young entrepreneurs, articles on things to do in LA, and portraits of Hollywood and the Valley. Voyage LA Magazine is known for asking honest questions and some say it highlights young entrepreneurs in a unique way
“She leads one of our most popular music classes and is universally adored. She is so musically talented, both with multiple instruments she plays, but also with her silky gorgeous voice.”
-client review
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For bookings, private voice lessons, or more information, please see below for a vocal reel and contact details.
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