Voice Lessons in Ocean Beach, NY

Instruments: Voice

I use the basic classical warm ups , fundaments of classical singing , strengthening the diaphragm and voice placement. Building range slowly and carefully while building stamina through exercises and pieces that will help the individual voice grow. For Jazz , I use The Michele Weir Jazz Improvisation as a starting point. For students who want to build their technique but don't want operatic training per say, I work a lot with musical theatre pieces as well as pop or disney. Read More

Instruments: Voice

Hello! I'm Katherine (Kat), I am a voice teacher and professional singer in New York with 3 years of teaching experience. I work with students of all levels, ages, and styles. I want to help you find your voice! I don't have a one size fits all technique or approach to singing, everyone's voice and learning style is different and deserves to be recognized. In your lesson, we will talk about, breath support, proper fold closure, interpretation, anatomy, and musicality. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Acoustic Guitar

I only have one aim on why I teach. I want to see my students bring out the best in them, see their strength in their talent, be inspired and motivated, be able to find their own niche and ultimately become better performers. Just seeing them grow in the passion they've chosen is a huge accomplishment for me. I believe that in teaching, I am learning as well. Sharing my passion to someone who is very passionate in their craft inspires me to even teach more. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

The clarity of lyric diction in any languages is rudiment for the singers. Also, I show them how to maintain the breath control economically for a healthy singing. "The sound is the compression of the air and the diaphragm is the support for the breath." I have been through the misinterpretations about the breath controls by the diaphragm, with many other teachers and singers in the past. We all have our own unique vocal instruments and we have to train our minds to picture of our sensitive vocal cords' healthy functioning by nature. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

I've been teaching for the past 3-4 years, and have gotten a lot out of it. I like to make sure the student is enjoying him or herself as well as learning as much as possible in the process. I cater to the desires of individual students and am open to trying new things as well. If there is interest, I can help others write and record music as well as teaching them to sing or play piano. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Music

Teaching has been a very big part of my story. I have been teaching for 14+ years - students of all ages and varying levels of experience. My main goal as a teacher is to equip students with the tools and understanding to achieve their goals. Whether you are looking to audition, perform, curious, a hobbyist, or really want to blow everyone away at the next karaoke function - there is space for you here. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

A typical piano lesson will include work on technique, listening skills, sight-reading and music notation. More advanced students will learn the fundamentals of harmony. The listening skills are important because if the student enjoys what (s)he is hearing, (s)he will be more motivated to practice. The technique and theory work is important so that the student will be able to build a strong foundation in order to keep up with what they want to be hearing more of. Read More