With a nationally known reputation as a Pop Music Producer, Voice Teacher, Voice Therapist and Vocal Rehabilitation Specialist and 30 years of Teaching Experience, Jimi Z. will connect with you or your child's needs at their very first lesson. Whether you or your child is taking lessons for fun or perhaps a career, Jimi Z. has what it takes to give his students the optimum plan and environment to work with each student's schedule. His experience has allowed to him guide his students locally and nationally. He has prepared and developed his students for college preparation and has helped them get into the colleges of their choice with substantial scholarships. He has also developed and prepared them for major auditions in Boston, New York and Los Angeles including some students who placed high in American Idol as high as Top 24 Nationally. Jimi will create a customized plan for you or for your child that is reasonable and fun.

Jimi Z. was born in New York City and grew up in...

If you are a seasoned performer, I will guide you in developing agility, musicality, range, dynamics, and phrase shape. If you are a first-time vocal student, I will provide an engaging, supportive environment to find your voice.

My instruction is based on professionalism, experience and range from more than 25 years of singing and 10 years of teaching. I have advanced education in vocal performance and am an AmSAT certified teacher of the Alexander Technique, which allow me to integrate the intellectual and physical aspects of singing. I use my energy, attentiveness and creativity to tailor lessons towards each student's unique needs.
I base my vocal technique on the Italianate tradition of operatic "bel canto," but also incorporate broad experience in musical theater, jazz, and early to contemporary classical music.

* Breath control

* Healthy vocal production "bel canto"

* Fach transition

* 20th Century music...

Music has always been a large part of my life. I began piano lessons at age 5 and sang with my church and school choirs growing up. I always enjoyed participating in school musicals, band concerts, and theatre. I began private voice study at age 16, and started my own student-run musical theatre company the same year. I strive to motivate my students to be unique musicians with the confidence to pursue their artistic passions!

Professional Background:
Kaila F. is a versatile musician who enjoys performing classical, jazz, and musical theatre repertoire. She regularly performs with the Boston Symphony Orchestra as a member of the Tanglewood Festival Chorus under the direction of John Oliver, and has appeared in performance at Carnegie Hall with James Taylor, Sting, and Steve Martin. She has recently appeared in productions by New England Cabaret Theatre, Boston Metro Opera, Boston Opera Collaborative, MIT’s Gilbert & Sullivan Players (Boston), Theatre de la Jeune Lune (Mpls),...

From Bowling Green, OH to Peru, South America to Boston, MA I have always found the joy and fun in making music. I'm a highly trained violinist who graduated from the Boston Conservatory in December, and since then I've been actively working as a gigging musician in Boston's live music scene.

Music is my way of sharing joy and fun with the people in my community, and I feel that it's the best lifestyle I could possibly have. My students help make that community even better and stronger. Music not only gives them a healthy group to belong to but a creative space to be themselves.

I've set up a student orchestra in Tacna, Peru, played in jazz bands and combos, made music for tango dancers, and performed in countless orchestras and small ensembles. I have taught to all age groups and, after graduating with my master's degree in music performance and education, I feel that I'm ready for any teaching situation!

Sharon knew at a very young age that the arts were her life and doesn't remember a time when she wasn't singing, dancing and acting. She began her professional career at the age of seven years old and has performed at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center and numerous New York nightclubs. Her love of music extended to playing the piano and she is a versatile musician with a strong foundation in the classical method that really rocks!!
Sharon grew up in Brooklyn, NY and has trained with some of New York City's premier voice, acting and music teachers. She just recently moved to the Boston area.
Sharon majored in Theater at Adelphi University and Brooklyn College. She graduated cum laude with honors in theater.
As an educator, Sharon has taught in the NYC and State Public Schools - she is a certified Theater teacher and has worked with hundreds of students. As a Drama Teacher, she created original theater curriculum and coached students for auditions at the City's distinguished...

Hi! I want to help you! I have a masters degree in music and have sung on stages throughout Europe and the United States. I love music from Opera to Elvis I've been singing and teaching for the better part of a decade. Having come from an extensive classically trained background I know what it takes to get the most out of your voice and to get the most out of your body. Whether you want to learn how to breathe and sing better for your church choir or you're training to be on stage, I can help you.