Lake Elsinore, CA Singing Lessons

I've been teaching singing and vocal performance for over four years. I utilize the Kodaly method for vocal performance, starting at the basic level of tonal scales (major, minor, harmonic, melodic, etc.) and Solfege application to serve as a foundational base; rhythm syllables such as "ta" and "doo". Additionally, foundational breath control is applied, as it is very important for the singer to learn how to control their breath and support their sound. From there, repertoire mimicry is applied, or what I call "phrase building," as it is important for any singer to be able to effectively create vocal phrases.

Finding your real voice, free vocalizing, harmony, blending, improve usable range, the mixed voice. The first steps to mastering vocal freedom are the building blocks for vocal success. Whether the student is a child or an adult, with little or no training, it is my goal to make singing an enjoyable and freeing experience. Singing with complete vocal freedom and confidence can seem very elusive. Surprisingly, it's not as elusive as one might think! The steps to vocal freedom are within reach and most students experience a measure of freedom within the first lessons. Using a systematic method incorporating learning technique and songs the student loves to sing makes learning more fun and gives the student a greater appreciation of music as a whole while encouraging a passion for music that lasts a lifetime.

I teach all ages and most styles. Healthy techniques, breathing, hitting notes accurately, expanding range, enunciation, song selection, song styling and microphone techniques.
I have been teaching both privately and classes for 24 yrs. I use combined curriculum from Musician's Institute and Los Angeles Music College.
My goal is to enhance what you already have and help you to reach "your" goals.
Some of my students are getting better roles in musicals, on the road touring with their band, solos in choruses and choirs, making money as singers around town, recording CD's and getting into the music programs at the universities of their choice.

Learn to sing and have fun doing it! I follow your lead! After conducting an initial knowledge assessment, your lessons will be individually catered to your strengths and weaknesses so that we can build up your vocal skills and confidence, and help you wow crowds!

I have been teaching and singing professionally for over 25 years. In the lesson, I always start with warm-up vocalizing. Then, we work on songs, depending on the student and type of voice and interest; and always including music theory, the foundation. Each student is unique; so I customize the lessons and repertoire to suit each student. Even if someone cannot match pitch, I have had great success. We work on improving tone and expanding range as well as song interpretation.

I have a lot of knowledge and experience in understanding the art of singing. I've studied with some of the best voice teachers out there and have many exercises and even will help you to glean some insight on some of the physiological components of singing- breathing, chest voice, head voice, mix voice, and falsetto that will in turn expand your range and enhance your overall tone.

First you find your voice, then you discover your style.

Finding your voice means learning how to operate it in an efficient and effective way, without affecting it with style from the outside.

First lessons have to do with learning about and coordinating releasing a free tone, breathing, supporting and understanding how your specific voice works.

Second lessons have to do with putting all of that together and expanding on it to produce pleasing and healthy sounds from top to bottom, bottom to the top, and every note in-between.

And, of course, along the way we apply all of that new knowledge, skill and training to songs.

Advanced students keep your technique in good shape, enhance your existing technique and further hone style and presentation.

Performance. Technique. Traditional, conventional training.

Exam and evaluation opportunities for interested school-aged singers. MTAC Certificate of Merit, Royal Conservatory Music Development Program, others.

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I have been singing professionally for almost 18 years now, plus done quite a bit of vocal recording. My experiences range from choirs to bands to a capella singing in a series of different environments. I try to work with each person to explore their strengths, plus increase their discipline.

Hey there! My name is Sophia Crain. I have been professionally trained in Classical, Musical Theater, Country/Pop, and R&B for the last ten years. I am currently working towards my Bachelor's degree in music education, and hope to open my own music academy one day.

Singing has always been my passion and now I want to help others. Let me help you channel your inner super star!

I specialize in:
•Performance Confidence
•Growing range
•Overall essentials of proper singing
•Country music
•Musical Theater
•Pop music

But can help you with anything you desire musically!

I have been singing all over the Inland Empire at different country bars in a band, as well as all over Las Vegas.

I am wonderful with children and teenagers and are always my favorite to teach. Your child will love singing lessons and get over their nervousness and fear very quickly.

A normal lesson starts with warm ups, then strengthening techniques as well as many exercises to help problem/ weak areas, ...