Ipswich, MA Singing Lessons

My first priority is to inspire and motive. Find out the students wants and needs, then tackle them head on. Exploring proper voice techniques and how to use the voice. Proper breathing technique. Learn music theory fundamentals and understanding the language of music so it can be applied to the voice. Phrasing, intonation and song building.

I have been teaching private lessons now for over two years. I specialize in teaching children and teens and am a student favorite at Take Lessons with a collection of wonderful reviews from students and their parents. I am a very thorough and patient teacher. However, I expect a MINIMUM of three days a week of practice from all of my students at a length of time equal to lesson length. Without adequate practice, the student cannot flourish in fine-tuning their skills and could ultimately end up disappointed. This is completely avoidable with diligent practice.
For my younger students (ages 6-11) I utilize the Little Singers series of text written by Gregory Blankenbehler. For ages 12 and up, I utilize The Contemporary Singer: Elements of Vocal Technique written by Anne Peckham, one of my most influential Berklee professors. In addition to these texts I incorporate the use of the Vaccai: the Practical Method of Italian Singing as well as many various traditional, jazz, pop, and r&b ...

I work with people in regard to singing lessons since 2004 in both academic settings and private face-to-face instructions. The lesson's plans and general direction that it takes during the course of study substantially depends on the student's interests and preferences. Along with main subjects that motivates students most in taking voice lessons ( such as learning new songs from the contemporary popular repertoire, for instance), I will offer my prospective students basic training in general musicianship; this would enable people to sing, read written music, and understand the very basics of music theory. With such advantages at their hands, my students will be able to expand their singing repertoire and to move, probably, to another styles of music for singing and enjoying it for the sake of people's personal aesthetical development.

Experienced Voice/Music teacher of 12 years available for eager students of all experience levels and ages! I structure my lessons so students learn what they want to learn, while also building a strong foundation of vocal and breathing skills. I specialize in folk, traditional and classical typically use Alfred or Hal Leonard books, and also have the following tools available to use during lessons:keyboard, guitar and small percussion instruments

I provide lessons to beginner-intermediate students who are interested in learning the proper singing technique for classical music, opera, and musical theatre. In lessons, I help the students build a solid technique, learn new repertoire, and prepare for upcoming auditions. I always incorporate basic ear-training, solfege, and sight-reading practice that will aid the singer in learning and understanding music. For students learning pieces in foreign languages, I will also introduce the student to IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) and help him or her to feel comfortable with diction in multiple languages.

I work with students to improve their musicianship as vocalists. We will work together to increase: sight reading ability; basic understanding of the keyboard; ear training (scales, triads, sonority); understanding of rhythms; vocal range; singing with ease; vocal flexibility; proper use of breath; interpretive skills; character development; diction; and much more as singing is a true embodiment of music.

The lesson will be divided into two sections; warming up and practicing songs. The warm ups will include breathing exercises and various scales and arpeggios. The aim of these exercises is to create a continuity of sound through practicing legato (sustained, connected singing) and portamento (sliding seamlessly between pitches). A focus will also be placed on pitch accuracy and intonation. The songs will serve as an extension of the exercises with an additional focus on diction and rhythm.

Whether it is classical, contemporary, or anything in between - the building blocks for the voice are all the same.

Craig, baritone, is an emerging vocal pedagogue. While still young in his field, he believes that the foundation for singing is the same no matter the genre. By observing what each students needs, Craig helps his students achieve their goals, while pushing them to discover new ones as well.

Craig is a Master's Student for Vocal Pedagogy at The Boston Conservatory at Berklee, where he is the assistant to the program's director. In 2016, he received his BM from Capital University in Vocal Performance, focusing on Opera and Musical Theatre. He firmly believes in challenging oneself to progress with singing.

Students will be able to work on their vocal range, new vocal techniques, and gain more confidence singing in public or in front of people.

I'm a Berklee graduate vocalist with Summa Cum Laude, experienced and trained in Jazz, Pop, Rock, R&B, Blues, with additional East Mediterranean/Middle Eastern Background. I have the respected CRLA Tutor certificate, so I will understand you and customize my teaching methods to you! I will help you build your own musical character, develop your voice, interpretations and improvisations with the support of music theory and ear training on the side! I'm super-excited to see my students be happy with what they achieve and be remembered well!