Name: Working with an Accompanist (or a Track) at Auditions
Uploaded: 2021-04-08T23:43:04.000Z
Duration: 6 min 11 s
Description: Molly M. explains the do's and don'ts of working with a live accompanist at a musical theater audition in this video. She also mentions resources you may want to look into if you use pre-recorded tracks! Break a leg!

Molly M. explains the do's and don'ts of working with a live accompanist at a musical theater audition in this video. She also mentions resources you may want to look into if you use pre-recorded tracks! Break a leg!

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Have you been told you are too old to sing? Not talented? Tone deaf? Singing is for EVERYONE, and I can prove it to you. You'll leave your first lesson feeling empowered .

I am the teacher for singers who don't want a teacher to be teacher-y (but who still want to learn to sing good and stuff). I can teach you online  (but you'll miss out on my aging, sassy cats) 

I want you to laugh as you learn, and love love love the results you’ll get .  I understand what what it's REALLY about- expression and fun, not judgement . Vocal exploration that's 100% customized .  And that includes acting and speaking voice as well!

Singing lessons that are FUN and JUDGEMENT FREE!

BMus Millikin University, further studies Boston Conservatory . Coachings with professionals from Rossini Opera Festival, Metropolitan Opera, Lyric Opera of Chicago.  Rock vocals with Melissa Cross. Musical theatre with Sheri Sanders of Rock the Audition!, Vocal Instrument 101 training with Dr Shannon Coates. Dalcroze Eurythmics.  John Henny's Science of Singing course completion.  Estill Voice Level 1. Belting with Lisa Popeil. Teacher masterclass with Maestro David Jones. Previous member of NATS. One of only a few CoreSinging teachers in the USA, trained by  Dr.Meribeth Dayme ( author of the Singing Book) Neuro Vocal Method certified with Meredith Colby. 

In progress: Ultimate Music Theory Teacher certification

Former students from ALL walks of life, including many many beginners of all ages (have I mentioned I love beginners?)  Also: child Broadway actors, aspiring recording artists, scholarship recipients at top theater AND music theater programs, business owners, karaoke divas, film/TV actors, and even an American Idol finalist! 

Don't let piano scare you. I have a way of teaching beginner piano to ALL ages that is non intimidating and always always implementing songs that are actually ....GOOD (no "Hot Cross Buns" allowed)!

I especially love teaching beginner piano to teens and adults. It's never ever too late to learn and enjoy it- so jump in! I'll help with sight-reading, style, note reading, musical terminology and more.

I sing: opera, Broadway, classic pop and jazz, classic country, folk, and world music!

I TEACH: opera, art song, pop from every era, musical theater, country, worship music, choral music,  world music, rock, folk, jazz, R&B, gospel.....seriously, you name it, I teach it!  

No need to wait any longer to get started...haven't you waited long enough?


*** Lesson Details ***Online via  Zoom, FaceTime or TakeLessons Classroom, of course! 

*** Studio Equipment ***
Materials I use: Funky n' Fun Vocal Exercises, Estelle Liebling Vocal Methods, Bona and Dannhauser for sight-reading, Full Voice workbooks for young and serious singers!
PIANO PRONTO for pianists!  ***

*** Specialties ***
Beginner vocalists! Very shy singers. Very young singers. Lapsed singers, and seniors.  Post-menopausal voices, adolescent voices. Experience in working with those with learning disabilities,  anxiety,  special needs, and victims of abuse.I also love to give workshops! Beginner adult pianists.

Working with an Accompanist (or a Track) at Auditions

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I am known as patient, funny, and no-nonsense! An "un-teachery" teacher that uses plain language to get results for you VERY quickly.
Even in the first lesson, I'll get you making sounds easily. As you progress, you'll be amazed at the power and consistency that comes out when you work on your songs, and perform them!

My daughter's first class with Molly was terrific. She was high energy and engaging and did a great job. Even in our first class, she dove right in going through speech therapy exercises. I would recommend Molly to anyone looking for someone with solid technical expertise.

Molly does an incredible job with our Samantha.  She's only 9 and this is her first voice lesson - but she looks forward to her lessons - and comes out beaming afterwards.  Thank you for being so patient with Sammi, Molly.  She will most definitely be continuing her weekly lessons after this first 5-Lesson trial run.

Molly is energetic and fun while still being a very effective teacher. If you're looking for a low judgement, encouraging, and upbeat environment she's perfect. 

Great intro. Molly made me feel comfortable and I definitely learned from her. Looking forward to the next one!

I have thoroughly enjoyed my vocal lessons with Molly so far! I have only had three lessons so far and already feel a huge transformation in my voice. She is great at teaching and making you feel comfortable, especially as a newbie myself. Highly recommend taking vocal lessons with Molly!

Molly is an amazing person and instructor. She takes time to understand your personal needs and desired outcomes and makes sure you develop those areas. I’m very grateful and thankful for all her fantastic support. I noticed impactful improvement from day 1. Plus if you’re looking to have fun while learning, Molly is the right person to take lessons with.

Molly is SO wonderful! I can't believe how much I learned in such a short period. She's truly a gem of a person and teacher. Highest possible recommendation. Thank you, Molly!

Molly is what a teacher she be !
Friendly, her teaching style is a student's dream.
1st she very knowledgeable in many different. Things regarding music and theater too many to name.
2nd she knows how teach in a style. where if you do A, B and C you will be able to learn what she a teaching you .
3. She know's when praise you when you are doing good things and when to give you constructive criticism IN A POSSATIVE WAY... so you can improve your skills which is a very great thing  which also helps you build your confidence up !
4. If i could give her 10 stars i would

Molly is an outstanding teacher, very supportive and gives helpful feedback to help me progress.

Very welcoming teacher.  She allows you to make mistakes and feel very comfortable while you learn.  Molly has great energy while teaching and appears to love teaching her students since she is so involved in the material being taught.  Loved her as my first ever voice teacher.  Recommend her especially for new beginners in learning to sing.

Molly has a gift for teaching, especially children. My 6 year old daughter loved her first online acting class. Molly had a wonderful way of introducing new concepts in a fun and engaging way, at my daughter's level, and kept her interest the entire time.

Great teacher, puts you at ease, makes lessons so much fun! highly recommend

I have been a instrumentalist for the past 8 years and recently wanted to improve upon my vocal skills, within the first one hour lesson with Molly I could not only hear but feel the difference in my voice and tonality. I've had a lot of private music teachers and she was was by the the most energetic and fun teacher to work with. She gave me skills to take back and work on, I look forward to working with Molly again!

Molly is the best improv instructor I have worked with and in the top 1% of all teachers I've ever had. She transformed me from a nervous, struggling improv actor to someone who's much more confident in my skills. Molly is very efficient, knows how to focus you on what's important, and is super friendly and encouraging to boot. I highly recommend Molly to anyone looking to improve their improv acting skills.

How did you do with Molly M's first mixed voice video? Ready for more? Join her in yet another simple, effective, FUN vocal exercise that will continue to take your mix to great heights!

ANOTHER Exercise for a Reliable Mix!

Ever wonder how to get an EASY mix that doesn't strain? One that is POWERFUL and healthy, too? Molly M will  get you started with a simple exercise you can stick with forever!  Oh yeah: and as an added bonus? It's kinda fun!

Create a Powerful Mixed Voice  in One Easy Step!

Create a Powferul Mix in One Easy Step!

In this singing video, vocal instructor Molly M. will show you two more simple exercises to find forward resonance to help you build your mix/belt! Be sure to watch part one as well so you have four solid exercises to help you practice and build. 

Part Two of Finding Buzzy Resonance (and Mixed Voice!)

Ever wonder WHERE you should be feeling your sound when you vocalize? Hint: it's NOT in your throat! In this video, singing teacher Molly M. shows you how to FEEL your sound with a few simple exercises. 

Getting Started With Buzzy Resonance 

In this video, Molly M. shows actors how to do the "drawl" AND the "hard 'r' " American Southern Accents with a few practice words and sentences! 

Getting Started with the American Southern Accent!

In this video, Molly M. shows you how to use your lower body to easily and quickly sing higher and louder notes with more confidence!

How to Anchor For High and Powerful Notes!

In this video, Molly M. shares three NON singing activities you can practice when you're not feeling up to vocalizing! These three things will leave you feeling super accomplished! 

Three Things To Practice When You Can't Sing!

In this video, Molly M. shows you how to feel for effective vocal placement using a humming sound, as well as how to use simple humming when working your voice in general! 

Essential Humming Exercises for Every Day Use!

Have you ever wondered if you can belt? This simple but essential exercise will prove that yes, YOU can do it, too! Join Molly M. for a fun and easy exercise that will get you making a sound you will love.

The Most Essential Belting Exercise There Is!

In this video, Molly M. outlines what a singing practice session looks like in detail, from preparing the body to practicing performing...and everything you can do in between! Follow these suggestions and you'll have structure while keeping it fun. 

How To Have FUN Practicing Singing!

In this video, Molly M. will walk you through three super simple things you can do to ease out the tension in your face, jaw, and throat! These exercises can be used in vocal warmups OR your songs for more free, powerful singing ! Let's bust that tension!

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Working with an Accompanist (or a Track) at Auditions

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ANOTHER Exercise for a Reliable Mix!

Create a Powerful Mixed Voice in One Easy Step!

Create a Powferul Mix in One Easy Step!

Part Two of Finding Buzzy Resonance (and Mixed Voice!)

Getting Started With Buzzy Resonance

Getting Started with the American Southern Accent!

How to Anchor For High and Powerful Notes!

Three Things To Practice When You Can't Sing!

Essential Humming Exercises for Every Day Use!

The Most Essential Belting Exercise There Is!

How To Have FUN Practicing Singing!

Three Tension Busters For Better Singing!

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