Elm, PA Singing Lessons

I've been consistently teaching singing, for 4 years, however I did teach singing while studying in college, and I have been a student of voice since the age of 3.

The books that I teach from and use for vocal development are:

1)The Contemporary Singer: Elements of Vocal Technique (Berklee Guide) by Anne Peckham
2) Vaccai: Practical Method of Italian Singing (for Soprano or Tenor & Mezzo Soprano & Baritone)
3) The Vocal Real Book
4) & DVD: Berklee Workshop Vocalists with Donna McElroy

(*note: my students are NOT required to purchase any book/cd materials)

*** Lesson Details ***
What a student may expect from this teacher:
Within 3-6 months students shall a have a good grasp on the foundation of their instrument/ craft; have a controlled sound; singing what he/she hears; stronger, more defined tone; be able to sing through at least one song; have expanded range; confidence; and of course tackling personal goals set within the lessons.

My Goal is to facilitate ...

Singing lessons are so much fun! You choose what you want to sing. I have a large repertoire of classical pieces, theatre tunes, gospel, rock, pop, country, you name it. My goal is to help you sing what makes you happy while coaching you on good techniques to keep your instrument healthy.

I have been teaching Singing for about 10 years. My lessons involve warm ups, exercises, and technique to start the lessons. I like to get to know my students and once we determine what we are working on, we choose songs together that they would like to work on. We set up a plan or what they would like to work towards and create a vision together. My teaching style is laid back within structure and creative! I like to help students find their own individual voice and style.

My degree is in Vocal Music Education. I teach you the techniques and skills needed to sing Classically. I also work on stage presence, Theory, Site-singing and Music Reading. I help you to develop the stamina to sing in a healthy manner so you can successfully keep singing your whole life long! I also teach many different genres of music such as Broadway, Gospel, Pop, Country, and others.

My experience teaching voice spans six years and I have helped my students develop their performance and interpretation skills. My students have learned to sing their favorite songs for special occasions or recreation, sing as a soloists or part of a choir.

In our first lesson, we'll discuss your private goals and develop a plan for their realization. Within the first few weeks, we'll work on specific skills and techniques in order to achieve your goal. From the beginning, you will have a chance to practice your skills and work on music that inspires you. If desired, you'll have an opportunity to sing at an annual recital or other performance opportunities. My selection of materials depends on your skill level and personal goals and ranges from pop songs, classical arias to a custom set of materials.

I have worked with students of all ages and abilities, from absolute beginners to advanced students, young children to senior citizens. I am very interested in working with ...

I have experience in college audition preparation, school musical audition preparation, PMEA district regional and state audition preparation, church and worship performance. I have been performing for over 12 years in choirs, musicals, solo opera performance, and church worship.

While I have been classically trained, and that is how I approach most lessons, I have also had success in teaching students in worship style technique. I seek to help you gain confidence in performance, and knowledge of your own unique voice and basic music theory and vocal pedagogy. I love working with students of all ages. I can't wait to meet!

As a voice major at Brigham Young University I memorized a 300 page Italian opera in 10 days. Learning songs efficiently and focusing on having fun with the music is my focus.