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My vocal exploration began at age three singing solos at church, and I later adding ballet and piano lessons to my artistic studies. As a teenager, I performed with the concert choir and madrigal singers under the tutelage of Hal Wildung, a teacher who affected me so deeply with his love of classical choral music that it changed my life, although I wouldn’t realize it until much later. As a young artist, I wrote, sang and performed with numerous original rock, pop, funk & blues bands; simultaneously acting, singing, dancing or choreographing stage musicals. Early on in my career I was lucky enough to get a private session with Jeannette LoVetri who first introduced me to Alexander Technique exercises that I use to this day.
Then, through overwork & improper vocal techniques I destroyed my...

I am a graduate of Bethel University in St. Paul, MN with a Bachelor's of Music in Voice Performance, minor in Sacred Music and supplemental studies in Theatre Arts.

I am passionate about music and the arts and continue to stay active in learning and performing. I began to teach music at a young age and never stopped. I have experience coaching voice, flute, piano, & theatre students of all ages. It is my joy to help others discover the gifts they have.

Are you looking to sing outside the shower, work on material for your band, build your repertoire, sing in the church choir, audition for a production, become a better lead singer in your rock or pop band, overcome stage-fright or wanting to get to “the next level?” You have come to the right place!

My lessons provide students with an opportunity to deeply explore the voice, build confidence, and to develop healthy and effective singing practices, which can be applied to any style of musical singing.

I encourage self-expression and enhance self-esteem in my students: singers of all ages, skill levels and styles.

***My students regularly receive scholarships and placement in music schools and programs around the U.S., have won competitions, do well in auditions, are performing in successful bands and/or recording artists.

Degrees: Bachelor of Music, minor in Psychology from Michigan State University
Master of Vocal Pedogogy from Oakland...

A love of music began in the third grade. I started on a silver metal clarinet and have not stopped playing. I am a musician, composer, arranger and performer. I hold a B.A. in music and have taught in the schools for 22 years. I bring extensive knowledge and humor to my teaching. I enjoy working with all age levels and pride myself on being intensely positive.

Mark H. has been a professional teacher, musician, and singer for over 20 years. He has taught Voice, Guitar, Acting, Bass Guitar, & Music Theory to students of all ages in various settings ranging from private lessons to college classrooms. He is a fun, experienced, passionate teacher willing to work with students of all levels from beginners to professionals. Mark absolutely loves helping all his students achieve their individual goals.

Mark has performed in musical groups that have played locally and toured nationally. He has opened for national recording artists such as Eddie Money, Blackfoot, Kenny Wayne Shepard, Molly Hatchet, and Shooting Star (to name just a few). He has extensive songwriting experience and has composed original songs for various local bands. He has also produced musical scores for theatrical productions at the University of Minnesota, Harmon Place Players, and the Rhombus Theater Company.