Kate B.

General Info

• Certified Music Teacher

  Certified Music Teacher

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• Levels: Beginner to Advanced

• In-Home Lessons: No
• In-Studio Lessons: Yes
• Ages: 5 & up

Subjects Taught

Piano, Singing, Music Performance, Opera Voice

Education

West Virginia University - Visual and Performing Arts, Voice Performance - August 2001- December 2005 (Bachelor's degree received)
Morgantown High School - college prep - August 1998-May 2001 (High School diploma received)

Specialties

I studied classically in college and much of my time in private lessons with my professor was spent in correct placement of the mouth and direction of air for quality sound and a healthy voice. I plan to use many of the same exercises in private teaching. I also believe that our bodies need to be in good shape to fully see our singing ability, so I plan to encourage students to be active physically which will translate into their strength and stamina in voice.

Lesson Details

I believe it's important to be collaborative when building your lesson time. You will bring to the table interests and ideas that we will add to a curriculum that is tailor made for you.
Our starting point will be to learn more about the voice as an instrument and how it works and how to take care of it. We'll then take some time learning to sing classically which is a vital stepping stone and learning how to singing with a healthy voice.
While studying many other vocal styles, we will ... also work on the performance aspect of any piece you will be working on.
You can expect I will stress the importance of practice time and plan to keep you accountable to that.
On top of all that... you can count on having a blast while singing your heart out!

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About

I teach because I love people and I love to see student's excitement for what they are learning. I am thrilled to have the opportunity to allow my passion for music and the voice spur on future performers!
Over my life I have had a love for music. I've studied, piano, flute, and dance, but singing and performing keeps me coming back!
I had the privilege of studying with artist in residence Augusto Paglialunga at West Virginia University where I received my degree in Vocal Performance. Mr. ... Paglialunga taught me the importance of starting with a healthy voice no matter what style I planned on performing. From singing opera or jazz in college to singing pop music while touring the country, I first start with a healthy voice and every style falls into place.

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