Claire Herzog is a versatile musician best known for her coloratura soprano voice which shines in solo and ensemble settings. In addition to classical engagements, she frequently sings and plays violin in jazz and bluegrass groups, as well as in her family band, “Eclectica”. 

Claire attended Missouri State University (MSU) for her undergraduate degree in Vocal & Choral Music Education and her master’s degree in Vocal Performance, during which she taught applied- and class-voice courses. Her collegiate experience included extensive travel domestically and abroad with the MSU Chorale, including tours to Italy, Scandinavia, China, Spain, and South Africa. 

Beginning at age six, Claire’s violin education has included fifteen years of private lessons, participation in masterclasses, recitals, auditioned orchestras, competitions, and frequent professional gigs.

In combination with her position on faculty at Evangel University as Voice Instructor and Vocal/Choral Coach, Claire serves the Springfield, MO community teaching private voice and violin lessons. When not teaching, she can be found preparing for and performing gigs, reading with a cup of coffee or tea in hand, and enjoying time with friends and family.