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Hello, I'm Jake, a voice and piano teacher originally hailing from Nashville, Tennessee. I recently moved to New York City after completing a master's degree in Musical Theatre Music Directing at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. I have 15+ years of experience as a professional vocalist, pianist, music director, arranger. and conductor. From demo and session work in Nashville, to singing in prestigious cathedrals in Ireland, to conducting orchestras for musical theatre in California, North Carolina, and the U.K., I am excited to bring my passion for music education to a new group of students. 

My teaching philosophy centers on engaging each student at their current level of development and isolating what specifically motivates them to pursue music - focusing on their strengths while developing them holistically as musicians and artists. In addition to technique and performance skills with their voice or the piano, I also incorporate musicianship-building units including aural skills (ear training), sight reading and sight singing, music theory, and music history into each lesson.

I look forward to working with you and continuing your unique musical journey.

This course will first distill down what makes a Broadway singer an excellent vocal performer. Secondly, through the use of video and audio examples of A-list performers, technical "breakdowns" of vocal process and musicality, and live exercises and technique-building warm-ups, students will learn what it takes to sing and perform at the levels seen in today's top theatres.

Topics covered include:
- Anatomy: Larynx, Vocal Folds, Diaphragm, Lungs, Bronchial Tubes, Pharynx
- Laryngeal Relaxation and "Sigh" placement
- Tongue Relaxation and Tall Vowels
- Bright vs. Dark Sound
- Singing with Dynamics
- Resonance: Chest, Head, Nasal, "Mask"/Frontal
- Vocal Control and Agility
- Singing Legato Phrases

How to Sing Like A Broadway Star

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Worked on demos and sessions for up-and-coming singers/songwriters as a pianist, vocalist, and arranger.

Session Musician

Experience as a backup singer, choral singer, and soloist with various vocal ensembles in Nashville, Tennessee and Knoxville, Tennessee.

Vocalist

Vocal Coach and Audition Prep for Musical Theatre, TV and Film, and Commercial Music.

Vocal Coach

Private lessons in Voice and Piano for students from beginner through master's degree. Lesson trajectory and style tailored to suit each students' interests and goals.

Voice and Piano Instructor

Over 20 shows as music director, conductor, associate music director, and keyboard player. Theatres include Pacific Conservatory Theatre (PCPA) in California, Clarence Brown Theatre in Tennessee, Lees-McRae Summer Theatre in North Carolina, and the Boiler Room Theatre in Tennessee.

Music Director

- Experience with singers of all backgrounds and styles
- 15+ years experience as a professional vocalist, choral singer, vocal coach, music director, and conductor
- Specifically tailored "lesson trajectory" for each student based on their interests, previous experience, and goals
- Flexible hours and scheduling
- Responds quickly by phone, email, or text
- Happy to negotiate lesson payment

Very impressed - both fun and professional!

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