Randall Capshaw
Head Director
Randall Capshaw holds a Bachelor’s of Music Education from the University of North Texas and a Master’s in Conducting from Texas Christian University where he conducted the TCU Women’s Choir, Men’s Frog Corps. and University Singers. Professionally, he has sung for many community choruses, churches, and organizations like the Ft. Worth Opera and the Ken Davis Chorale. Mr. Capshaw will be entering year 17 of teaching in choir in public schools and year 8 as the head director for FHS Choirs. Previously, he has held positions as choir director for Katy ISD, Big Spring ISD, Carrollton Farmers Branch ISD, and as Adjunct Voice Professor for Howard College in Big Spring, TX. Mr. Capshaw is also currently the director of music ministries at First United Methodist Church in Cedar Hill where he conducts the chancel choir and handbells.
Mr. Capshaw’s choirs have been awarded numerous sweepstakes and best in class awards at contests and festivals, and his private voice students have received several national and state recognitions. In his spare time Capshaw loves traveling, cooking, hiking in remote locations, and going on adventures with his beautiful wife, Grace. It is his belief that every person who has a voice can learn to sing and he is so proud to be serving the fantastic students at Forney HS.
Callie Shaia
Associate Choir Director
Callie Shaia holds a Bachelor’s of Music Education from Abilene Christian University. During her time there, she served as the Music Theory, Sight-Singing/Ear Training, and Forms and Analysis campus tutor. It was there that she truly discovered her love for teaching. Professionally, Mrs. Shaia is also a member of the Dallas Symphony Chorus and participated in the 2014 tour of Spain and France performing Mozart’s Requiem. Mrs. Shaia will be entering her 13th year teaching in public schools and year 2 in Forney ISD. Previously, Mrs. Shaia served as the head director for Juan Seguin High School in Arlington Texas, following a year in Elementary Music for Northwest I.S.D. and 5 years teaching Middle School in Grapevine-Colleyville I.S.D.
Mrs. Shaia’s choirs have been awarded numerous sweepstakes and consistent Superior ratings at the Dallas Music Festival. In her spare time Callie loves to cook and travel around the world with her husband Chris and 2 bonus daughters Natalie and Lauren. Additionally, she loves all things relating to Harry Potter, The Office, and all things involving the British Monarchy-especially the music!