Top Singing & Voice Lessons in Peaks Island, ME

Sang for Barbara Streisand, Andrea Bocelli, and David Foster. Have worked in studios, Off Broadway Stages, toured internationally, and more singing. Teaching for almost 10 years. Work on a curriculum that fits the student. Makes goals to achieve appropriate vocal technique, build up a repertoire and more. Always have fun when you are learning.

Individual coaching for auditions, choirs, chorus, shows & solos. Focus on Breath Control, Breath Support & Perfect/Relative Pitch.

Vocal technique and song preparation will be our focus. We'll also cover how to play the guitar while singing.

This is a great lesson study for anyone who wants to sing(experienced or not).
Beginners would learn to approach their voices as instruments through breathing and use of their diaphragm. All classes would develop their ears through special exercises and harmony. More advanced singers the emphasis would be on stylings and nuances. I also try to develop them as an artist. All lessons are customized to the prospective students in addition to being a lot of fun. I've been teaching voice for about 15 years now.

I work with singers of all levels to find their healthy, core singing voice without imposing a particular style. The main thing is to learn healthy habits, including warm-ups, exercises, posture, breathing, etc. We can work on jazz, pop, punk, metal, folk, bluegrass, gospel, or whatever non-classical genre you would like to do.

My passion for singing grows every day, and I love to see how my voice students grow every week. I regularly work on my skills, just as any student should. Expect to put work into your craft. Like anything in life, practice makes permanent, and If you come with an open mind, and positive attitude, you will achieve great successes in my class.

I start with the fundamentals and make sure that you understand how to master the basic steps of the singing process, such as, posture and proper breathing technique, and apply them in your daily practice. As we work on the basics, we incorporate songs and genres of your interest.

You will learn to: read music, sight-sing, read various languages and styles of music, music theory, music history, and prepare for auditions or shows. This is my usual structure, but we may tailor lessons to your goals. Most importantly I want you to have fun, because being a musician is a very rewarding experience.

**Lessons are held in my home studio on ...

Vocal projection, breath control, posture, stage presence, vocalizing, intonation, phonetic pronunciation and performance.
Fully personalized class.
Each student has their own personal website which contains all their class materials, and it can be accessed anytime, anywhere.
You can study at your own peace using your computer, tablet or phone.
Classes taught in English or Spanish
* Clases impartidas en Inglés o Español.

Lessons on Singing will draw from Erik's vast experience as a music director and faculty member at New York University's famed voice program. Lessons can focus on a variety of areas including learning new material, preparing for auditions, refining performance, acting, and improving vocal technique.

I have been teaching voice for over 15 years, both in classroom and private lesson settings. I hold a Bachelor's degree in music with an emphasis in performing arts (such as musical theater) and a Master's in early childhood and elementary education, but I believe anyone can be taught to at least carry a tune-so all ages and skill levels are welcome. I fervently believe that a solid foundation in music theory and technique goes a long way, but I also know from experience that choosing to sing the types of music you love is essential to successful learning. I have been trained in classical voice, musical theater, and church music, but my passion is leading worship in the church and singing music of an acoustic folk or country style. As a professional musician I have done all of these styles (and more) many times over the course of my career. What that means is I have the experience to help you reach your goals, whatever they may be! Whether you have always dreamed of learning or are