Bryan S.

“Develop your voice with a professional actor and singer in San Diego/Los Angeles!”

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San Diego, CA, 92113

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- Levels: Beginner to Advanced
- Ages: 5 & up
- In-Home Lessons: No
- In-Studio Lessons: Yes
- Online Lessons: No
Subjects Taught In Person

Singing, Broadway Singing, Opera Voice, Acting, Piano, Trumpet, Music Performance, Music Theory

Education

San Diego State University - Music Performance - 2007-2010 (Bachelor's Degree Received)

American Public University- United States History - 2012 (Master's Degree in Progress)

Specialties

I am not certified in any one technique but have extensive background in Speech Level Singing (SLS), classical techinique, the Alexander Technique, The Body Mapping Method, and can teach Proper Musical Theatre Belting. I specialize in music from all genres and styles. I focus on developing a beautiful and unique sound for each student while maintaining a healthy, flexible voice.

I am trained in the Chubbuck Acting Technique and Method Acting. I work with my students to better their ...

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Lesson Details

I am currently only able to accept students on our FLEX program.

First and foremost we need to have fun. Music is fun and so should the lessons be. When it comes to practice I recommend that students do spend time outside of the lessons practicing to ensure that they see results. If you choose to practice only while in the lesson you will get better but it will be at a slower pace.

I work with a variety of methods and concepts to ensure that I am building a solid understanding of music in ...

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About

I make my own soundtrack to life and I'd love to give you the tools to make your own personal soundtrack. I work on everything from Opera, Musical Theatre, and Pop to Country, Jazz and R&B. Whether you want to sing karaoke or make a career out of music, I can help you reach your goals and create your music!

As an active actor and music director in San Diego I have worked with companies including Legoland, Sea World, San Diego Opera, Lyric at Birch, TAFFEE and have been a featured actor in ...

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Equipment

In-Studio: Private office/studio in my home. Great space with great acoustics. Recording availability and internet access. Free parking in gated community.
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 by 9 reviewers.

Rated 5 out of 5 by Acastro1980 Great Love working with Bryan. He is always so easy to understand and moves as quickly as I like. March 30, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5 by RyanP AMAZING RESULTS I'm not one to heap praise. In fact, I don't think I've ever written an online review at all. That being said, Bryan is a fantastic singing instructor. I started a few months ago with very limited expectations as to what I could accomplish, and I have been thoroughly amazed with the amount of progress I've made in such a short period of time. His ability to convey singing techniques through analogies and other means that are easily accessible to everyone is uncanny. Singing for me went from an embarrassing experience to one that I thoroughly enjoy, and his lessons are the highlight of my week. I absolutely recommend him to anyone interested in learning. February 27, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5 by BonnieO Singing Lessons Bryan is great! He doesn't give up on me even when I want to give up on myself. He's attentive to body language, breathing, etc -- notices all of that. Bonnie April 2, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by ElenaB1 Elena Bryan is an amazing instructor. I learned so much at my very first lesson about breathing techniques, posture, and how to FEEL my voice. In just 45 minutes, I felt as though I had learned so much in such a short time span. Additionally, Bryan is really great at expressing how to bring out the full potential of my voice through various exercises like breathing through my stomach and feeling my voice in my face. I am happy to have Bryan as my instructor and I really enjoy everything I've learned thus far! March 5, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by ChristineV1 What an improvement! Bryan was really great in diagnosing and helping me fix my problem areas as a singer. He chose the most helpful warm ups and gave great feedback that helped me improve tremendously in a short period of time. He also helped me stay true to my own voice, which is exactly what I wanted. I look forward to continuing lessons with him. January 7, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by DianeM1 Exceeded my expectations I originally wanted to take voice lessons to help with my saxophone. My original plan was to take a half-hour lesson every two weeks. I enjoyed my first lesson so much that I am now taking weekly singing lesson. Brian is a great teacher. He explains concepts in a way that is easy to understand to a beginner lime myself. I am really looking forward to my next lesson. I feel that I have made a lot of progress in a very short time. December 14, 2011
Rated 5 out of 5 by AmberM Lots Learned Bryan is a great vocal instructor! I love how he uses metaphors to get me to understand each vocal concept. He is encouraging and instructive at the same time. At the end of each lesson he lets me know what we'll be working on next leaving me looking forward to our next session. November 11, 2011
Rated 4 out of 5 by NianiW Bry is great! Bryan is a great and very flexible teacher. If you are looking for a teacher that will listen to your concerns and needs and develop a plan that is tailored to your unique talents he is the teacher for you. January 27, 2011
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At this time, we don't offer any discounts. However, if you are booking two students for consecutive in-home lessons, you'll only be charged one travel fee, instead of one fee per lesson.