Taking Lessons
I offer singing lessons for adults and teens, ages 13 & up—in-person or online.
Kids/tweens may enroll in group lessons.
My approach can be described as “natural singing”—a technique I’ve developed over the past 20+ years that borrows from traditional classical singing, current vocal science, body mapping, and relaxation techniques like yoga, qi gong, and EFT (emotional freedom technique). My approach allows you to sing well—and sing anything.
The proof is in the pudding, as they say. I’m in my 40s and my voice is still fresh and vibrant, showing no wear because my technique is reliable and built for longevity.
While I’m a trained classical singer, I know my way around many genres and can help you sing anything you want to, including pop, jazz, broadway, country, bluegrass, and gospel.
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Country • Pop • Musical Theatre • Jazz • Classical • Gospel •
Lesson fees & other information
My studio is on a semester schedule, which I call “blocks,” roughly aligning with our region’s college semester schedule. I use the term “block” and semester interchangeably. Blocks are 14 weeks in Fall & Spring, and I offer a 6-week early Summer block.
In most cases, lessons are given once per week. If students desire more instruction, they may sign up for two lessons per week if I have room in my schedule.
In-Person Lessons
Choose from two lengths of lessons: 25-minutes & 45-minutes
Cost:
25-minute lessons—$25/each
45-minute lessons—$45/each
$35 enrollment fee per school year
Students will also usually be assigned 2-3 songbooks, the cost of which is not included.
Online Lessons
30-minutes, once or twice per week.
Cost:
30-minute lessons—$32/each
$35 enrollment fee per school year
Students will also be assigned 2-3 songbooks, the cost of which is not included.
Group Lessons
30-minutes, once per week.
Group lessons must meet a minimum of 4 students.
Cost:
$210 for each 14-week block. Sorry, no installment plans are available for group lessons.
$25 enrollment fee per school year
Cost does not include music—students will be assigned 1-2 songbooks, which are theirs to keep.
PAYMENT: Fall/Spring blocks must be paid for up-front or in 4 installments (if you begin later in the semester, the installment plan changes). Summer blocks must be paid for up front. GROUP LESSON blocks must be paid for up-front—sorry, but I do not offer installments for group lessons.
Not sure if you’re ready to commit to an entire block of lessons? No problem. I am happy to speak with prospective students over the phone or via video conference (zoom or FaceTime). And, if you wish, you may schedule a single 25-minute lesson. The cost is $30 and is due when you book the appointment.
You may begin lessons at any time, even if the semester has already started. You will only pay for the lessons remaining in the semester.
Former students may arrange for single “tune-up” lessons.
About Lessons
Lessons are tailored according to individual needs. For some, this will mean an emphasis on performance, for others it’s about learning to breathe and further contribute to health and well-being. Still, others wish to gain more confidence, and some are just looking for a fun hobby.
I excel at discerning where you’re at and how to take you where you’d like to go.
Your first lesson is about assessment, introducing you to my approach, and clarifying your goals. From there, we work on vocal exercises designed to help you reach your goals and the songs you’ve chosen to study.
While some students will see results almost immediately, it takes about 3 months to really see a great deal of improvement.
All students are expected to commit to the entire semester (aka “block”), but you may pay in monthly installments.
We usually have at least two studio recitals each year. All students with good attendance are eligible to perform. As time goes on, there will be other performance and contest opportunities.