Voice Lessons in Woodlawn, NY

Instruments: Voice Music

For beginning students it is most important to me to help them build a habit of "how to practice" to keep their voice healthy. Secondly, I give them individual exercises and short music excerpts that they enjoy and we can learn together. It is important to slowly introduce music that is a little more challenging and that will keep them engaged and knowing of their improvements. For adults, I want to know what they are interested in and how I can help them. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice

I am sure, I was born a teacher, because when I explain anything, even in piano class, guitar or voice classes, I can see the reactions of the student when they understand me. They feel so happy and I feel so proud. From 1980 to 2013 I was piano and guitar player for a lot famous singers like "El Indio Araucano and Leo Marini and many more in the New City area. Read More

Instruments: Voice

My teaching started in my undergrad, about 5 years ago when I was required to take a Vocal Pedagogy class as part of my major. From there I fell in love with teaching. I was able to expand on my love as a substitute teacher at Rabun Gap Academy in Rabun Gap Georgia in 2012. There I taught five girls ranging from 8-15. I continued that until 2014, I then took on two colleagues, a girl who was 24 at the time and a guy who was 19 and taught them for a year. Read More

Instruments: Voice

I performed for twenty-two years at the Metropolitan Opera and for thirty-eight years as a leading concert and oratorio singer. Operatic venues I have performed in encompass the major opera companies across America and Europe. As a recitalist, I have toured to places such as Portugal, Spain, Italy, Greece, Yugoslavia, the Far East (Japan, Korea, Hong Kong), Australia, New Zealand, Holland, and Switzerland. I have been a featured soloist with the orchestras of Boston, Baltimore, Cincinnati, Detroit, Houston, Indianapolis, Louisville, Philadelphia, St Louis, and Utah. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice

I have a lot of experience teaching, performing guitar and vocals and composing and arranging music. I performed with different groups small and large and also solo many times. I have many years of experience teaching guitar and I love teaching private lessons and also group lessons for guitar. I give private and public concerts with different groups, with my students or solo. Read More

Instruments: Voice Drums

The way I've always approached music and teaching is with a sense of humilty and thanks. It is a true joy to be able to pass on the knowledge and lessons I've learned throughout my experience to those who are excited and passionate. To communicate the artistry of great songwriters, composers and performers, past and present, is both a privilege and a challenge. With that in mind, I set realistic goals for my students by teaching basic fundamental techniques and applying them to repertoire that is fun, recognizable, expressive and practical. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Music

I always like to follow my students curiosities and guide them to learning foundational techniques through material they are passionate about. Cookie-cutter books and songs are not one-size-fits-all and I truly believe in an individualized lesson plan for all my students. I incorporate theory, historical knowledge, ear training, and music reading into my lessons at all ages and levels. I additionally have extensive experience in childcare and early childhood education so I am knowledgable on keeping young learners engaged and excited in lessons! Read More