Passaic, NJ Opera Voice Lessons

I am an active professional classical/opera singer with six years of teaching experience. My students include a range of levels and ages who vary in musical aspirations and sing in many different styles, including opera, art song, jazz, blues, pop, and musical theater. My students have gone on to sing on Broadway, pursue music and theater degrees, compete and win competitions. Many of my students also study piano or guitar in order to increase musicianship and independence in study. Students are given every opportunity to become well-rounded, performing musicians when studying with me. I am a friendly, open-minded, enthusiastic musician who loves teaching others!

With students who have a classical focus, I spend considerable time developing a firm technical foundation. Lessons are adapted to the needs of the student on a weekly basis so that the knowledge gained is cumalitive. I believe that it is essential for a classical singer to be wholly aware of how their voice functions, and to have the tools necessary to gain full ownership of their singing.

My lessons are fun, engaging and productive. We will work together to improve your:

*breath support
*passaggio
*vowel formation
*jaw, neck, shoulder and/or tongue tension
*posture
*pitch
*dynamic range
*musicality

O sole mio! Opera is one dramatic death scene away from classical singing. It involves acting! Are you dying to learn Violetta's death scene for your recital? I'll help you get the most out of the music and dialogue.

Voice lessons for a student interested in studying Classical Voice by way of Opera Arias and Art Songs

I am a professionally managed opera singer and have prepared singers for careers on the opera stage for the past 13 years. In addition I run a regional opera company and have heard thousands of singer audition for me over the last 6 years. I bring the breathe of that knowledge to singers who want to learn how to sing opera. Naturally each singer is different and we will address what areas need to be improved and then what repertoire is appropriate but I find the techniques: Stamina, Volume, Range, Consistency and Appogio (Support). In addition the performance aspect of the operatic art goes beyond just great singing, and I will bring my expertise and experience from both sides of the audition room to help you be the most competitive singer possible.

I take the time to get to know each student, their favorite genres of music, their experience singing, and assess their ability at the beginning of the first lesson. I incorporate breathing techniques and anatomical understanding from the start, ensuring that my students will be better prepared to sing comfortably and correctly. I keep the atmosphere light, allowing for personalities to shine, and most importantly, I give them tons of encouragement reassuring them that they are among family. One of the most important aspects of a voice class, is to make your student(s) feel comfortable, cheer each other on, and respect one another as individuals with individual gifts.

My students learn VERY quickly and build a solid singing technique. I taught my 19 year old daughter to sing as a youngster and she is now one of the best young opera singers in New York. She studies with Marlena Malas, who is the most famous teacher in New York City, but constantly calls me to help her work through various technical issues. And I can help you the same way.

I teach all voice types, male and femaleand genres from begiiner to professional levels.

Experienced teacher of 7 years with both a Bachelors and Masters in Music Education and Performance. Specializing in beginner/intermediate and advanced voice students! All ages welcome. Lessons are customized and catered to the needs/goals of each student. You will be learning to sing with ease and vocal freedom. You will also be building a strong foundation of breath management and vocal technique, note reading, music theory, ear training, confidence building, and audition training and preparation. Let's get started!