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Featured Voice Teachers Near Virginia Beach, VA

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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Voice lessons in Virginia Beach . Whether you are looking for beginner guitar lessons for your kids, or are an adult wanting to improve your skills, the instructors in our network are ready to help you now!

Joseph U

Instruments: Piano Voice Trumpet Trombone Recorder Euphonium

I began teaching trumpet privately 44 years ago. Over the years I have added voice, beginning piano, trombone, euphonium,and recorder to my studio. I encourage each student to practice several times a week for as long as they can. I find that some students like to practice in one sitting, whereas others prefer to practice for 10-15 minutes before taking a break and then returning. I convey to each student that working at your craft for 10,000 hours will make you an expert. Read More

Nelia M

Instruments: Voice

I am a recent graduate of James Madison University (JMU) with a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Music Education. Throughout my degree, I participated in many performance opportunities. I have sung in the Opera Scenes program at JMU and a student production of Iolanthe. I spent a month this summer in Sulmona Italy at the Center of Opera Studies in Italy performing in Suor Angelica, Elixir of Love and Don Giovanni. Read More

Barbara M

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Ukulele Music Keyboard Acoustic Guitar

I possess excellent communication skills, that is to say, I listen well to my students before I speak. My students are free and encouraged to express their goals and they become comfortable doing so. They begin to understand that even though I am their instructor, we are working as a team and that my goals for them are directly tied to the goals they have set for themselves. I always use easy to understand and practical piano books chosen based on the student's experience, age, and goals. Read More

Cara M

Instruments: Voice

I am an award winning vocalist and performer with a Bachelor's in Music. I am a former Hurrah Player, Governor's School for the Arts student, and VA Opera artist. As well as being a live professional opera, musical theater, religious/spiritual, jazz artist, I am also a pop/rock recording artist and local stage and film actress. I have been taught and trained by some of the very best artists and teachers in Virginia and Texas. Read More

Holly S

Instruments: Voice

I am a firm believer that anyone who wants to improve their singing, to go forward from whatever level they are currently at, can do so if they take the first step to start studying with a voice teacher. It can seem daunting at first, but through the use of a variety of vocal exercises and the use of songs in whatever style of music you are interested in singing, you can start the process of gaining new tools and habits to increase your singing skills. Read More

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Patricia D

Instruments: Trumpet

What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Set goals for each practice session that coincide with your long-term goals. Be clear about what you wish to accomplish so you can have a better understanding of what needs to be done to reach these goals. Writing down your goals, long-term and short-term, can help this process along. This can lay a structural foundation to any practice routine. Breaking a big goal into smaller, more realistic goals allows for a pathway to be paved for success. You will then be better able to enter a practice session more confident and efficient.

How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
Children are curious by nature. If they show a strong interest in music and have been for some time now, I think that is a good indication that they would do well starting music lessons. If a child in elementary, middle, or high school shows interest in learning a new instrument or further developing their skill set of music, outside music lessons are perfect for them! Depending on the age of your child, talk with them about music and ask them how it makes them feel. If music creates a positive experience for them, music lessons could be a good outlet for them.

Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
I had a marvelous music teacher that is a large reason for my accomplishments in music thus far. She was my middle school band teacher who was brand new to the school. She took me under her wing and truly nurtured my love of music. Before her, I was ready to give up trumpet all together. She was the one that re-ignited the passion I have for music. She made me feel so good about music and showed me how music can connect to so many people. She believed in me when I lost hope. She continued to see my potential and allowed me to see that deep within myself. Because of her, I decided to continue my studies of music beyond high school and achieve a Bachelors degree and Masters degree in music.

Why did you choose your primary instrument?
This is quite a funny story actually. In the 4th grade, every student had the opportunity to choose a wind instrument and play in band. The band teacher brought a 6th grade student for each instrument of the band in to my 4th grade classroom to talk about the instrument and demonstrate what each instrument sounded like. Flute and clarinet were among the most popular of the instrument choices. When the trumpet was introduced and demonstrated, it was different, unique, and had a one-of-a-kind sound. All of my other female classmates were choosing flute and clarinet, while I prompted to go with my gut and choose the trumpet. I decided to go the path less traveled by, and it has made all the difference.

Training a Healthy Voice

The best way to maintain vocal health is to learn how to sing using the correct techniques. Some advanced techniques, such as extending vocal range or learning to sing with distortion, should not be practiced without the guidance of a qualified teacher, as they can be dangerous if performed incorrectly. When learning such techniques, untrained singers may shout or push their voices which causes strain, constriction, and ultimately fatigue or damage to the vocal folds. To best preserve the voice, singers should learn the correct techniques, warm up, drink plenty of water, and limit their intake of vocal irritants such as smoking, alcohol, and sugary goods.

Lessons in Your Home

Musika deals primarily with home lessons for students. The location is the only difference between our in-home lessons and our studio lessons. As they do not have to travel to their lessons, home singing lessons can be highly convenient for those parents and students with a busy schedule. For younger students in particular, having vocal lessons in the comfort of their own home can be of great benefit. They will feel more safe and relaxed in familiar surroundings, allowing them to focus on learning and enjoying their singing.

Voice Lessons for Teens

We advise that young students looking to take singing lessons do so at no younger than 11 years old, as they have yet to reach vocal maturity. Learning good vocal habits early on prevents the risk of injury or fatigue or possible misuse of the voice in the future. Students will also benefit from learning key skills like proper breathing techniques, hearing and recreating pitch, and performance techniques. They can also prepare for exams, rehearsals, and competitions. Learning how to sing is also good for children's overall development, as they will improve their concentration skills, raise their self-esteem and confidence, and develop a positive, hard-working attitude as well as a habit of self-discipline through regular practice and lessons.

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Voice Lessons in Virginia Beach, VA

Featured Voice Teachers Near Virginia Beach, VA

4199 5 STAR Musika Reviews

Joseph U

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Cara M

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