Opera Voice Lessons in Beverly Hills. Amazing Teachers.

I am so excited to sing with you! I know how to help you improve tremendously while providing a fun, light-hearted environment. The areas I can provide most expertise include but are not limited to:
-audition prep
-expanding repertoire
-healthy vocal techniques
-practical warm-ups & warm-downs
-sight reading
-acting techniques & methods
-character development & analysis
-proper placement for your range and desired vocal styles or genres

Jan has a Bachelor's degree in Opera from Combs College of Music. Jan can teach Opera all levels. Jan has many awards for Opera.

My instruction of voice will focus on proper breathing techniques and healthy vocal production. I will help the singer navigate and expand their vocal range comfortably. I am a strong believer in the bel canto technique and will assign Mozart arias to train the voice. I am happy to introduce the student to repertoire that is appropriate for their voice. However I think it is very important for the student to do a lot of listening and research on their own to find repertoire that they want to sing.

I will also teach basic music theory and sight reading skills

Singing has been my passion since the age of 4. The voice is very special - it empowers us to live the lives we desire, communicate with others, and express ourselves. It is my mission to help others discover and develop their voices, thereby freeing them to use it as they choose.

Beyond the functional voice, I teach performance skills, musicianship, music reading, foreign language diction, phonetics, and so much more! I have a Bachelors in Music Education, a Masters in Performance, and a performance resume ranging from jazz to opera.

I love working with singers of all ages and experience levels. I know how to engage with children and adults alike for a productive, enriching musical experience, so whether you are a sings-all-the-time 2nd grader, a recreational karaoke buff, a devoted choral singer, or an operatic baritone, you have a place in my studio.

I love teaching. I go into every lesson with the belief that the student is there to learn; if they weren't interested in learning, they wouldn't be there. Because I have always had diverse musical interests, I create a stress-free atmosphere for my students by allowing them to pursue whatever avenues of music interest them. My degrees may be in Jazz Studies and Performance, but I have extensive experience with Classical and Popular music; I provide a unique perspective and enthusiasm to every student.

Come sing with me! My name is Stephen and I’ve made Philadelphia and the surrounding area my home now. I am a professional performer primarily singing musical theatre, opera, and classical voice. I have traveled the world singing professionally and now want to bring that experience to help you grow your talent! I have 5 plus years experience working with performing arts students in the surround area music directing, teaching privately and prepping for auditions. I take a natural approach to singing and technique catering it to the each individual student creating a plan for what they personally want to accomplish. Please feel free to contact me if you have any other questions.