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Claire B.

Claire B.

“ Pop, Jazz, Gospel, Broadway, Classical: Get an experienced teacher and find your voice! ”

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    • Levels: Beginner to Advanced
    • Ages: 5 & up
    • In-Home Lessons: Yes
    • In-Studio Lessons: Yes
    • Online Lessons: No
    Subjects Taught In Person
    Singing, Broadway Singing, Music Performance, Music Theory, Opera Voice
    Education
    Westminster Choir College of Rider University - M.M. - Vocal Pedagogy and Performance, Pedagogy Emphasis - 2009-2011 (Master's degree received)
    Western Michigan University - B. M. E. - Music Education, K-12 Choral and General - 2001-2005 (Bachelor's degree received)
    Specialties
    Through my masters' degree studies, I learned how to nuture a voice through any style of music. I focus especially on release of tension and a healthy voice. My previous teaching included a lot of pop and Broadway. I help my students by getting them ready for what is expected of a singer to nail the audition or club gig. As a opera singer myself, I am competent in most classical performance practices, Baroque through Contemporary.

    Lesson Details
    My lessons are student focused. I ask a lot of questions "How does that feel? Did you feel a difference that time? What's one word that helps you focus on breathing?" You shouldn't feel like you are teaching yourself, but that I am working to make you an observant singer who can work well outside of lessons.

    I don't expect you to read music right away, so I do recordings of your warmups and send them by email in an mp3. I do encourage my students to learn to read and play a little piano, ...
    About
    After having all my evenings full for almost 6 months, I have some students moving away and some whose workload is changing and I have some open times, for once! In the past I have had to turn families away, and it's nice to have room for everyone right now.

    **Chosen as Teacher of the Week February 27th, 2012! Profiled on Takelessons.com Facebook page. I was really humbled to be nominated out of all of the TakeLessons teachers in the nation.**

    I really, really love teaching. Since ...
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    In-Studio: I have a private studio with a keyboard, central air conditioning, and high ceilings with big windows for lots of light. I have several volumes of music books as well as jazz anthologies. There is plenty of room in the studio for family or friends to wait during the lesson, or if the student prefers, family are welcome in my living room or dining room. There is free street parking in the neighborhood and is easily accessible from I-76 and I-676.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 by 23 reviewers.
    Rated 5 out of 5 by great Claire is wonderful teacher. She is great in what she does.I was nervous at my first lesson, she was patience and gave a lot of feedback.. April 17, 2013
    Rated 5 out of 5 by Great teacher! I've been taking lessons with Claire for a little over a month now. From the first meeting there has been a comfort factor that can't be over looked. That, I believe is essential when starting something new with someone you don't know very well. That comfort in turn becomes trust. If you trust someone, in any aspect of life, you more then likely hold their opinions in high regard. And in this case any opinion she gives you during your lessons with her, you can trust they are to only benefit you and to help you achieve you maximum potential. It's not a situation where you do the lesson and if your're not doing something right she will over look it. No she will momentarily pause the lesson, pinpoint what needs to be worked out and then continue. She's a person who has commitment in her work and that's not always easy to find. I will definitely continue working with Claire because I know I can count on her to help me reach my singing goals. April 7, 2013
    Rated 5 out of 5 by I found the best voice teacher on takelessons.com! Claire has really helped me get over my lack of confidence! Having only choir experience, I wanted to learn how to use my chest voice, and how to learn how to blend it with my head voice. Claire has had me do multitudes of exercises to find the right sound for me. I love working with her because she is kind, honest, hard-working, and among many, many other great qualities, she really knows her stuff. I am 50 years old, and my age does not affect her attitude towards teaching me to sing better. I look forward to every lesson with her! February 13, 2013
    Rated 5 out of 5 by Professional, engaged, and fun vocal teacher! I really enjoy my lesson with Claire. She is excellent at keeping a productive pace, and is genuinely interested in helping me progress She really focuses my lessons on my personal goals, and is excellent at finding ways for me to understand difficult mind-body connections in singing. The recorded warmups and exercises sher has made for me a highly personalized and easy to use. I wold highly recommend her as a teacher to anyone. July 15, 2012
    Rated 5 out of 5 by The Best I have learned so much in just my short time with Claire. She has helped me tremendously to fine tune my ear so that I can better understand the range, notes, and vocal intricacies of songs. I have also learned a lot about my own voice. Claire is very keen on figuring why I may not be delivering a note fully, and the feedback she provides makes makes a remarkable difference. She has a gift for mixing fun and lightheartedness with serious learning. July 14, 2012
    Rated 5 out of 5 by Andrea D Claire is a wonderful and spectacular music teacher! I can't say enough good things about her. She is knowledgeble and patient, which is so important with my duaghter. I could not have asked for a better music teacher for her. I am so glad that I found her on TakeLessons. July 5, 2012
    Rated 5 out of 5 by Thank you for letting me know Robert did not show up! His contact number is 215-688-8080. If he doesn't show up or call I will stop paying for his lesson and continue to pay for Brian's. I am very pleased that Brian is doing well, he loves the vocal training and has expressed how much he is learning in your class. He is excited about the changes in his vocals and it has made a difference when he sings. June 16, 2012
    Rated 5 out of 5 by Best Teacher Ever Claire is amazing teacher. She is excellent in what she does. I was nervous at my first lesson, but she made me feel right at home. May 15, 2012
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