Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 12+
Speaks English
Teaching since 2006
Master of Music: Opera Performance
About Julia R.
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I help singers break through vocal limitations to expand their vocal range beauty & power.
I believe within each of us, there is a little voice that knows innately what we are capable of achieving. It is our calling and duty to explore and develop our ultimate potential.
Along with my career as an opera singer, I have been teaching voice lessons for over 15 years. I also have an active YouTube/Social Media Community where I discuss Vocal Technique.
My clients have performed with companies such as Deutsche Oper, The Metropolitan Opera, Wiener Staatsoper, Houston Grand Opera, Salzburger Festspiele, Theater an der Wien, Finnish National Opera, Sarasota Opera, and Chautauqua Opera. They have been seen in National Tours of Musicals including Phantom of the Opera and have been signed to record labels and music management. In addition, they have received many honors including advancements at the Metropolitan Opera National Council Competition, final selections for NBC's The Voice, Miss America pageants, Classical Singer competitions, and Vocal Scholarships for conservatories and universities.
As an opera singer, I have performed with companies such as National Moravian-Silesian Theater, Opera Orlando, Opera Naples, Annapolis Opera, Wichita Grand Opera, Gulfshore Opera, and Tri-Cities Opera. Major roles include Marietta (Die tote Stadt), Rosalinde (Die Fledermaus), Donna Elvira/Anna (Don Giovanni), Violetta (La Traviata), Fiordiligi (Cosí fan tutte), Susannah, and Suor Angelica.
I have won a few competitions, including The Jenny Lind Competition, Connecticut Concert Opera Competition, and The Marcella Kochanska Sembrich Competition. Additionally, I was 2nd prize winner of the Kosciuszko Foundation Competition and the National Federation of Music Clubs Biennial Young Artist Awards, 3rd prize winner of the New Jersey State Opera Competition, as well as a grant recipient from CareerBridges Foundation.
I currently live in Bratislava, Slovakia with my husband who is a Slovak opera conductor, and I miss my dog, Fifi, who is keeping my Mom company in Florida.
*** Lesson Details ***
What happens in a Lesson? In order to train your physical voice, it is necessary to do vocal exercises, in the same way that one needs to train at a gym. There is no "magic key" to unlock one's voice; it is a matter of daily practice and muscle strengthening/stretching. So, the first part of the lesson will be focused on vocal exercises specifically tailored to YOUR VOICE and its needs. The second half of the lesson is repertoire focused, i.e. SINGING! We will work on any songs and styles that YOU choose. Whether you want to sing Classical, Musical Theater, or Pop, there is a healthy and communicative way to sing!
*** Equipment ***
High Speed Internet connection. High Quality WebCam, IPad, Computer, Etc. The student may also provide a recording device, iPhone, etc.
*** Specialties ***
I specialize in Classical singing, but am able to teach healthy function in all genres. I teach a healthy approach to all styles, and modify technical approaches towards the genre that the singer performs in.
Instructor details
Location:
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
5 AM-9 AM
10:30 AM-1 PM
Tuesday
5 AM-1 PM
Thursday
5 AM-9 AM
10 AM-12 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$70
45 minutes
$105
60 minutes
$140
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29 Reviews
Shellie
Teacher's studio
Julia is A Amazing Coach!!! I felt very comfortable with her. She has a Awesome Amazing Attitude snd is very detailed in explaining exactly what she wants you to do and how to do it! I highly recommend lessons with Julia 💖🎶💖
Posted Mar 7, 2022
Liana
Online
Julia is an amazing vocal teacher.she is a wonderfully encouraging and enthusiastic
Posted Apr 22, 2020
Harper
Online
My 8 year old daughter just had her first singing lesson with Julia. I was concerned because though my daughter has great enthusiasm for singing, she has much to learn regarding pitch and musicality. Julia was remarkable with her! She was so positive, patient, and effective at helping my daughter learn to hear pitch. We're definitely sticking with Julia!
Posted Apr 13, 2020
Experience
Voice Instructor
Jan, 2008 - PresentVoice with Julia
Primary Vocal Instructor/ Owner
Education
Bachelor of Music: Vocal Performance
Aug, 2002 - May, 2006Westminster Choir College
Master of Music: Opera Performance
Aug, 2006 - May, 2008University of Texas
Awards
Grand Prize Winner
Mar, 20125 Towns Music and Arts Foundation
2nd place winner
Jun, 2013National Federation of Music Clubs
Grant Awardee
May, 2013CareerBridges Foundation
Grand Prize Winner
Jun, 2012Connecticut Concert Opera Competition
Grand Prize Winner
May, 2012Jenny Lind Competition
2nd Place Winner
Apr, 2012The Kosciuszko Foundation
Affiliations
American Guild of Musical Artists
Sep, 2008An American labor union that represents 8,000 current and retired opera singers, ballet and other dancers, opera directors, backstage production personnel at opera and dance companies, and figure skaters.
National Association of Teachers of Singing
May, 2014Founded in 1944, National Association of Teachers of Singing, Inc. (NATS) is the largest professional association of teachers of singing in the world with more than 7,000 members worldwide.
Languages
English
Native Proficiency
Julia's Gallery
Instructor details
Location:
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
5 AM-9 AM
10:30 AM-1 PM
Tuesday
5 AM-1 PM
Thursday
5 AM-9 AM
10 AM-12 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$70
45 minutes
$105
60 minutes
$140
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