Voice Lessons in Woodbury, CT

Instruments: Voice

In 2011, I graduated from Dresden University of Music with a Master of Arts degree in Music Pedagogy / Vocal Studies Jazz Rock Pop. Performing all over Germany, and touring Poland, Czech Republic and Austria, I gained my experience as a vocal artist in ensembles of versatile genres including Jazz, Rock, Pop, Latin, Chanson, Folk, World Music and Contemporary Music. Read More

Instruments: Voice

I love to have students have a conversation with me about their love for music. This is a great way to encourage them to continue with practicing outside of the lessons. If a student feels they are not happy with their voice on a certain exercise, I will modify the way I word something or have them try the exercise in a different way. This way, they feel the difference and can feel happier about the sound they are producing. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice

All students come with different strengths and weaknesses so I decided what needs to be done after hearing them. Basic technique is very important to consistently sing in any style. A singer must have stable, and consistent breathing as well as proper vocal balance. I have a substantial number of excursuses to begin training these aspects with a singer at any level. I structure the first part of a lesson as technical work and the second half as repertoire. Read More

Instruments: Voice

After winning the National Association of Teachers of Singing Artist Award I enjoyed operatic roles: Gingerbread Witch/Hansel and Gretel(Connecticut Opera and Opera Theatre of Connecticut) Rosina /Barber of Seville; Susanna/Marriage of Figaro; Pappagena/Magic Flute; Dido/Dido and Aeneas; Estella/La Perichole; Senta(Scena/Duet/Flying Dutchman) opposite David Rae Smith of New York City Opera. Oratorio roles include opposite Jennifer Larmore and Jacques Trussel in Judas Maccabeus; Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice

I am a recent graduate of the University of Connecticut music department holding a bachelor's degree in music - vocal performance. I currently sing for a number of professional choirs, and teach private voice, piano, and guitar. I took voice lessons for 8 years, piano for 15, and guitar for 9. I have been grateful to perform in venues such as Carnegie Hall, as well as travel and perform in various locations in the US and abroad. Read More

Instruments: Voice

My teaching style is based around health-promoting vocal exercises and exploration which serve to build the voice in all areas. Increased strength and flexibility in the voice work for us in any style and ultimately give us the freedom to express ourselves with greater ease. I strive for wellness in the voice and does not push people to sing in ways that create pain or stress. I am patient in working through any particular issues such as intonation, ear training, releasing tension, and breathing. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Drums Synthesizer Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Latin Percussion Music Keyboard

My favorite piano method book for children is the Bastien Piano Basics Series. Alternately, I sometimes use the Faber & Faber Piano Adventures. For very young children (3-6) "My First Piano Adventure," a Faber publication, is my book of choice. For adults, I usually use Alfred's Basic Adult Piano Course, though sometimes I skip method books and play pieces picked by the student. When teaching drums/percussion, my method books of choice are Standard of Excellence and Winning Rhythms. Read More