Bio
Mason Frasher is a music director and vocal coach based in NYC. He graduated with honors from Northwestern University, where he studied Music Direction, Vocal Performance and Opera, Collaborative Piano, Arts Administration, and Music Theatre. After two years on staff with Goodspeed Musicals, he has transitioned to a freelance career. His Audition Prep clients feature on Broadway (Bad Cinderella, Boop!, The Notebook), Off-Broadway (Frankenstein, Forbidden Broadway, Singfeld), national tours (SIX, Jersey Boys, Book of Mormon), and regularly perform at 54 Below. His work has been featured at The Goodspeed Opera House, TheatreWorks USA, The Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Signature Theatre DC, and on the National Tour of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
Resume
National Tour
Charlie & the Chocolate Factory
On the road with the broadway tour, I had the chance to play some of the nation's biggest houses and accompany rehearsals with a star-studded creative team.
Education and Advocacy
Collaborating with EdTA
From presentations at education festivals to workshops and clinics, I share my industry experience and training to empower students and teachers.
From World Premiere to International Hit
Here You Come Again
While in residence at Goodspeed Musicals, I laid much of the groundwork for the score of this Dolly Parton jukebox show- recently opened on the West End!
Regional Conductor
ACT of CT
At this excellence-focused equity theater, I guided the cast through classic hits along with a band comprising Broadway's best.
Specialization in Copywork and Arranging
In my time as a freelancer and on staff at Goodspeed Musicals, I have collaborated with some of the industry's best and honed my skills to produce high-quality work on a fast-paced schedule. My sheet music is always crafted with a balance between the ideals of expressing artistic vision and providing accessibility and ease of use.
A power ballad arrangement of "Bad Romance" as an audition cut, and a transcribed piano reduction of Audra McDonald's recording of "Make Someone Happy"
Diverse Orchestration Experience
By nature of the industry, I find myself tackling new challenges constantly. I have created custom charts for musicals and dramas, chamber groups, rock and pop ensembles, choirs, and a capella groups. Each new style or format focuses my expertise to offer composers and other artists a more authentic realization of their vision.
Pictured here is an example of a reduction, though I often reduce further, commonly to 8 chairs or even piano solo.
A Sticky Situation
Orchestration Reduction from "A Christmas Story Live!" - Click for a closer look
Want to see and hear more?
A full portfolio and resume are available via Google Drive
