Opera Voice Lessons in Portland. Amazing Teachers.

My vocal experience spans over a decade, between musical theater, classical voice, rock bands, and many other styles. I'm passionate about sharing my experience and skills with a new generation of musicians. As a private teacher, I am committed to working together with students of all ages and skill levels to help them achieve their goals, whether they want to be hobby musicians or go pro.

I believe music is intrinsic to our humanity, and my teaching philosophy is based on the satisfaction that comes from taking pride in one's hard work and dedication to their craft, and ultimately the joy that music fills our lives with. Each of us have our own unique voice to contribute-- I'm here to help you be the best you!

Hi! My name is Melanie and singing has been my #1 passion since I was a little girl! I just graduated with my master's degree from the Peabody Conservatory and I am eager to start working with students! Lessons with me will guide you or your child through understanding the basics of singing. We will work on music theory in addition to singing songs because that is where I believe the fundamentals of singing lies! I'm very familiar with classical art song, opera, and musical theater. Please reach out if you have any questions or if you'd like to set up a lesson with me!

I have studied classical voice from the age of 13 with instructors from The Metropolitan Opera. I have sung classical arias in Italian, German, French and Latin.

In our lesson, we will focus on the three pillars of singing: Alignment, breathing, and relaxation. We will work on classical vocal technique through simple exercises. I have exercises for people of all vocal ranges and types. I will adapt my lessons to your specific needs.

We will select the perfect music for you to work on, and I will accompany you on piano. If the music is in a foreign language, I can work on pronunciation with you. If needed, I will record piano tracks for you to practice in between lessons.

Feel free to reach out with any questions. I can't wait to get started!

My voice teachers included an acclaimed European opera star, a Broadway veteran, and a Hollywood singing sensation, so I learned to sing by working with the best of the best! Whether you are looking to break into Broadway or create a foundation for opera, I have experience in not only training the voice to create healthy powerful consistent sound, but also getting your foot in the door to book that job or get into that music or theatre program. I am proud to work with my students to achieve goals while keeping a healthy growth mindset that will keep them motivated in your work. Can't wait to get started with you!

I have been teaching voice for 17 years now. I have taught to students aged between 17 - 60 and also have worked with children aged between 4 - 14 and helped them get into children choruses in opera houses as well as preparing them later for conservatory auditions.As i am also a biodynamic breathwork trauma release system therapist , miyofascial energy release massage therapist and holding meditation workshops , i have a deeper understanding of body pressure , tension release . I also use human voice to release trauma combined with breathwork and use breath and bodywork to use voice as a whole instrument. Through these techniques i can also help you find a real connection with your heart center and work on your music through these techniques. Great singing comes from being the song itself , staying in the flow , releasing and freeing yourself with the air , while you are balanced in your body and in the spine. It is all about feeling yourself more comfortable in your being and to be ...

As a voice teacher, my intention is to guide my students in understanding all aspects of their musicianship – as a singer, student, and artist. My teaching rests upon a foundation of pedagogy that employs not only traditional techniques of bel canto singing, but also a scientific understanding of the voice as part of the human anatomy. In order to teach these concepts effectively, lessons are structured based on the personality and needs of each individual student. With extensive background in the study of interpersonal communication, my priority lies in creating a learning space where the student is able to explore and create music in the most comfortable and effective manner.
Throughout the series of lessons, I hope to establish and monitor the student’s technique, in order to ensure healthy and efficient production of the voice. Further, I aim to influence the student’s growth as they navigate the world of being a musician in the 21st century by helping them understand their ...