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Vanessa L.

Vanessa L.

“Bring out the natural singer in you!”

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    Ontario, CA, 91764

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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, Music Performance, Music Theory, Opera Voice
    Education
    Azusa Pacific University - Teacher Ed. - 9/06-6/09
    Azusa Pacific University - Music Ed. - 8/02-5/06 (Bachelor's degree received)
    Ontario High School - General Ed. - 9/94-6/98 (High School diploma received)
    Specialties
    I specialize in classical voice, and vocal training, (learning how to use your voice properly).
    Lesson Details
    As a teacher I fall somewhere in between strict and laid back. For instance if you don't practice I won't scold you but I will remind you that you can only be as good as you work to be. If you don't want to put in the effort you will waste your time and money as well as not receive the results that you were desiring.
    Our lessons will consist of many vocal exercises, good posture, and breathing techniques. One rule that I have is that I don't move you on to another song until you have ...
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    About
    As a vocal teacher I focus on the correct method to singing that helps keep your voice beautiful and healthy. I earned my bachelors degree in music education with an emphasis in vocals. I learned music appreciation, theory, history, choral singing and classical voice training. I love music and cannot picture life without it. Music is an expression of life! I also love to teach music to others as I feel I'm passing on a great gift.
    Equipment
    In-Home: I provide the tools to learn theory, songs to choose from and I do have my own portable keyboard. Students would need to have a tape or digital recorder to record their lessons and a positive attitude.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 by 7 reviewers.
    Rated 5 out of 5 by lessons Vanessa is an amazing teacher. She is so sweet and encouraging! Whenever I'm having trouble with an exercise she is able to pin point what I'm doing wrong and correct me, which I really appreciate. I've only had a few lessons with her but I can already hear the progress! I highly recommend taking lessons with her. She's great!! March 16, 2013
    Rated 5 out of 5 by Excellent music teacher, especially for a beginner like me! Vanessa is a considerate and knowledgable instructor. She encourages and teaches to maximize one's potential. I recommend her highly. March 9, 2013
    Rated 5 out of 5 by sweet, and very talent teacher March 14, 2011
    Rated 5 out of 5 by An Amazing Instructor Before my lessons with Vanessa I never knew or had faith that anyone could ever truly teach someone how to sing. I thought either you were born with a natural ability or you weren't.. I was wrong!After a few lessons with Vanessa I couldn't believe my ears! I actually stopped in the middle of one of my notes saying "Is that me??!" :) February 14, 2011
    Rated 5 out of 5 by I love my lessons! My lessons are awesome! Vanessa is really a phenonmenal instructor. She has an upbeat personality and she is very passionate about teaching. With previous instructors I felt like I was just sitting there listening to the instructor. But, Vanessa gets you involved. As she is teaching you are singing along with her. Its awesome! Thank you Take Lessons for providing such a great teacher. August 26, 2010
    Rated 5 out of 5 by MK's MOM MK has learned a lot. She's gained some insight and likes her teacher very much. We greatly appreciate all that Vanessa has done for us. May 25, 2010
    Rated 5 out of 5 by Vanessa is AWESOME-Love her!!! Vanessa is totally awesome! My son and I love her. She is so full of energy and is always smiling. My son is very shy when he first meets a person, but with her beautiful personality, he started opening up by his second lesson. He is going into his 2nd month now and making much progress. Venessa makes his lessons very enjoyable. She is constantly complimenting my son when he does well and is totally patient when there are challenges. That is very important in building self confidence. She is by far, 5 stars!!!! Highly recommend her. May 25, 2010

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    Do you offer any discounts?
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