Voice Lessons in North Englewood, MD

Instruments: Voice

For beginning students I stress the importance of reading music, so I heavily work on their rhythmic and melodic vocabulary. I am not set on a particular methods book because I am a firm believer that all students learn differently and some methods work better for some than others. I like to be adaptive in my teaching and mold my lessons to fit the needs of each individual student. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

I've been teaching piano and voice in the Northern Virginia area for over fifteen years. I have worked at studios such as Jordan Kitts Music and Music and Arts, and have done in-home lessons at students homes, which I still do now. My students range from beginners to intermediate level players, and my approach combines popular music with classical, jazz and traditional styles. Of course, in the beginning they learn to play simple songs that they are familiar with like Frere Jacques, Old McDonald, Jingle Bells and so on. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

If a teenager would like to learn how to play pop chords, I start them with an appropriate book. If an adult wants to learn pieces to sing in church, I will offer my skills as a classical singer and professional church choir section leader to teach them how to sing beautiful melodies and passionate contemporary songs. For all my students, I am always on the lookout for new method books and resources that will aid their studies. Read More

Instruments: Voice

With Over 20 years of performing throughout the United States, alongside various groups, musical icons, luminaries, organizations, religious affiliates as well as secular affiliates and as a solo artist. My Vocal Performance history consists of, however, not limited to the following: • Performed with Donnie Mcclurkin -Greater Allen Cathedral, New York, NY (2 consecutive years) • Performed with Yolanda Adams, Columbus, OH • Performed with Dottie Peoples, Washington, DC-Kennedy Center • Performed with Angela Brown (NY Met), Cincinnati, OH • Performed with Take 6, Cincinnati, OH • Performed for The Boys Choir of Harlem to increase enrollment for Wilberforce University-Harlem, NY • Performed at Darryl Green's Retirement Party, Washington, DC • White House Christmas Reception-attendee for reception with Chris Tucker, Angela Basset, Star Jones, The parents of Travon Martin, Lynn Whitfield, Caroline Kennedy, Forest Whittaker, Jesse Jackson, Al Sharpton, Photo with First Family (2 Consecutive years) • Performed British National Anthem for The Prince of Whales, Washington, DC • Performed National Anthem for two (2) consecutive years for the Cleveland Cavaliers • Current contracted vocalist/soloist and Alto section leader for Howard University Chapel Choir, Washington, DC • Former member of Patrick Lundy & the Ministers of Music, (recording artists) Washington, DC • New York Performance at the Greater Allen Cathedral with Rachel Ferrell, New York, NY • Performed at the Bet Gospel Fest, Baltimore, MD • Performed at Bethesda Jazz & Blues Supper Club with sons of Serendip, Bethesda, MD • McDonald’s Inspiration Celebration Gospel Tour invitee for background Vocalist for 2012 Fred Hammond Summer Tour • Former member of Children of the Gospel Choir, Washington, DC • Former member of Women & Men of the Gospel Choir, Washington, DC • Former member of Heaven's Reign A Capella Group and Wilberforce University Choir, Wilberforce, OH (2004-2009) • Praise and Worship Vocalist for Pennsylvania Avenue Baptists Church (2017-Current (seasonal)) • Brown vs. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

Melissa started teaching during her senior year of college when she took her first vocal pedagogy course. Teaching has been an important part of her schedule ever since. Over the years, she has taught privately, through various community schools, through several national companies, and she served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at Illinois State University for two years. Thus, she has experience teaching all ages and skill levels. Her students have ranged from beginners to university music majors, from age 3 to age 72. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar

Since I took my first piano lessons as a child, I've dedicated my life to learning as much as I can about music both inside and outside of school and spreading the joy to others. I have been performing consistently with groups since my teen years: first jazz combos, ensembles and University orchestras, and more recently rock and metal acts. I have extensive experience touring, and encourage students to draw on my knowledge as both a studio and live performer. Read More