I am a professional Opera Singer, new to Minneapolis from New York City. While that's my "job title," don't let it fool you. I have also spent a number of years touring with jazz, blues, and rock and roll bands as a pianist and guitarist, so my style comes from everywhere. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Vocal Performance with a minor in Piano Performance from Hope College in Holland, MI, and my Master's in Vocal Performance comes from The Ohio State University. I am a professionally managed singer, and have worked on a number of international operatic stages as a baritone. I have been on faculty at NYU-Tisch School of the Arts, and the New School for the Performing Arts in New York City. I have also worked in Musical Theater as a performer and more recently, a music director/conductor.

I've been teaching music lessons now for nearly 8 years. I have been singing, playing the guitar, and playing piano since I was 7 years old. I went to Westminster Choir College in Princeton, New Jersey to study Sacred Music. While there I had the distinct honor of performing Beethoven's 9th Symphony and Brahms' Ein Deutsches Requiem with the New York Philharmonic, The Dresden Philharmonic and the New Jersey Symphony at Avery Fisher Hall in Lincoln Center NY, New York as well as the New Jersey Performing Arts Center. Throughout my time there I also developed my piano proficiency through rigorous ear training and through the learning of theoretical concepts in music.

I then went on to work with Mid-America Productions and the New England Symphonic Ensemble. Through this opportunity I have now sung over a dozen performances of various classical choral masterworks at Carnegie Hall in New York City! "How do you get to Carnegie Hall? Practice, Practice, Practice!"

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I am a life-long singer and a life-long learner, and I want to help you discover the joy of having music in your life! I was 7 years old when I started singing in our church choir, learning to read music as I practiced with the grown-ups every week. In high school, I sang in the choir and in musicals. In college, I majored in Music/Voice Performance and prepared for my senior recital. After earning my BA, I worked with youth camps and community theater and church choirs. I began substitute teaching when my youngest child started school and was thrilled to step in for band lessons and general music classes. My 4 kids were in bands and choirs and musicals, and I loved coaching their auditions and solo spots at home. I taught Voice and Musical Theater through CYT for the last 7 years. I participated in 5 community theater productions and sang with Chicago Master Singers in that time as well. Collaborating with others as they explore their range as singers, musicians,...

Hi! My name is Barbee and I am pursuing a Master of Music in Voice Performance from the University of Miami's Frost School of Music. I recently graduated from the University of North Florida with a Bachelor of Music in Voice Performance, and I have experience teaching singing, piano, speaking, and music theory. I have taught students ages five to adult, male and female, with all levels of experience and many different musical goals. I have performed in Italy, the Czech Republic, and the US, in operas, musicals, oratorios, concerts, and recitals.

Clint has been throughout the United States performing in venues such as Carnegie Hall, and the Grand Ole Opry! He loves working with people that loves to make music! Clint believes making music should be fun while disciplined!

Originally from Long Island, NY, I have been studying piano since the age of 5 and voice since the age of 13. Always involved in select musical groups throughout school, I naturally chose to study music in college. I received my A.A. degree in Music Performance, principal voice, secondary piano. While in NY, I sang and played keyboard for various professional gigs such as weddings, funerals, parties and even sang back up for Kenny Rogers at Westbury Music Theatre, when he traveled through for his Christmas show. I then made sunny Florida my new home. I attended Florida Atlantic University and received my B.F.A in Music Education, principal voice, secondary piano. I continued singing and playing special events and also started teaching private lessons on my own. During the summer, I taught musical theatre camps and helped direct shows. After graduating, I taught chorus and piano in the private school system for 9 years and have taught chorus and piano, for the last 7 years,...

Kimberly has been actively involved in conducting, performing, and teaching privately throughout Tennessee and Pennsylvania since 2007. She is a graduate of The Pennsylvania State University where she completed her Master of Music Degree in Choral Conducting in 2011, and The University of Tennessee at Martin earning a Bachelor of Music Education Degree in 2009. While completing her coursework, Kimberly conducted and performed with university choral, chamber, and orchestral ensembles on tour and in the community. Kimberly's background in music education and ensemble work has given her a strong foundation to build and maintain her private studio as she works with students of all ages and experience levels.

I maintain a very active performing career and a private voice studio on Long Island and in Manhattan. I was on the faculty of New York University in the Music and Music Professions Department for 5 years and was Music Director and Vocal Coach for an innovative new rap opera, "Odin" in Spring 2006 at the Fred Lowe Theatre.
I was also a coach in the Banff Centre's 'Voice through body and movement' workshop with international artist, Richard Armstrong and served two years as a voice instructor and guest lecturer at the Banff Centre for their young artist training program entitled 'Opera as Theatre'.
Throughout my career as a vocal coach, I have worked with many cabaret artists as musical director, arranger and accompanist. Most notably, Debbie Boily's "Thank You for the Music"a one woman show with me at the piano, recorded live at Ovations in June 2004 Houston, Texas and subsequently performed in France, England and New York. Most recently, I recorded an opera with Jazz legend...

I am an experienced professional opera singer who enjoys all styles of singing. I also have a strong professional education background that allows me to carefully assess the needs of each student and then create clear, attainable goals for the student's success. Students walk out of each lesson excited about their progress!
I also have a strong piano background. I was an accompanist for my children's choirs for a number of years and am very comfortable teaching students who are interested in learning about the piano. I enjoy using a piano curriculum that is clearly organized and that uses interesting music.
I have a masters degree in vocal performance, I am a NYC certified elementary school music teacher; and I perform in regional opera.

Music has been part of my life since the age of three. My first inspiration was my mother, who was a working singer in the 70's. My second inspiration and mentor was my High School Music Teacher, Mr. Wynn, and I am grateful for all he has taught me. I am passionate about teaching and would like to have the opportunity to be as inspirational to my students as Mr. Wynne was to me. As you can see from my resume below, I have been very active in performing and teaching. At the age of 37, I feel even stronger that the choice I made to make MUSIC my career was the absolute correct one. I believe in the Bible principle that it is better to give than to receive. Teaching is a major facet of music that allows me to do this.

Education:

Masters of Music: Voice Concentration
Boston Conservatory of Music 2004
Boston, MA 3.6GPA
Cum Laude Major: Opera Performance

Bachelor of Music: Voice...

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Dear aspiring singers (pianists see below): I firmly believe that with the right training, anyone can sing! We all have the instrument built-in after all! Are you tone deaf? I can fix that. Crack on high notes? I can fix that. Nasal? Hoarse? Can't hold long notes? All of these are common vocal problems that can be easily be solved through guidance and practice. Trust me, no one ever regretted taking voice lessons!

For my piano friends: How often do you sit down at a piano and wish you could just place your hands on the piano and magically create beautiful music? Piano is a challenging skill, but certainly not impossible. Learning to play the piano, even if it's never mastered, is such an incredible joy. Learning piano helps you to improve so many...

Whether you are seasoned performer or a an absolute beginner I want to help you reach your vocal potential.

I fell in love with teaching music while a student myself! I am an alumnus of the University of Michigan, where I received a Masters of Music in 2007, and a Bachelors of Music in 2006. While there, I began teaching at my private vocal studio and studying vocal pedagogy. Since graduation, I have continued teaching privately in New York. I love what I do. I find it so fulfilling to give my students the tools that they need to succeed and watch them achieve their goals.

I have performed in both the US and internationally on a professional level. As a performer I am comfortable in a range of repertoire: Musical Theater, Jazz, Opera, Pop, Folk and other genres. As a teacher, I find that my own experiences in performing contribute to and help guide my teaching style.

In addition to my more advanced and older students, I have a passion for teaching children. I...