Top Singing & Voice Lessons in Richlandtown, PA

I have been teaching voice for more than ten years. I teach a classical technique which can be applied to any style of singing. I am on the faculty of two universities as a voice teacher, and also have private studios in three locations. I am primarily interested in helping serious students prepare for auditions, competitions, and conservatory admissions. Please see my website for more information about my work.

Lessons are tailored according to a student's age and experience. Materials selected are based on student need or interest and teacher recommendation.

To be able to sing smoothly from your lowest note to your highest note regardless of how you feel is one of the many skills you gain from good vocal technique. Whether the high notes are challenging for you or the lower notes are challenging, singing on pitch, vocal strength or vocal consistency is an issue this can all be fixed with proper and healthy vocal technique. What I teach works quickly students usually hear of feel a difference on their first lesson.
Sounding good when you sing is not the only important part to a long singing career. To be able to do what you love throughout your life it is important to sing in a healthy way also. To be able to sing when you are healthy and rested is easy to some people however singing when you are tired, sick, stressed, fatigued or you have just stained your voice is another matter. Good vocal technique gives you the tools to sing in whatever physical shape your body is in. If you have vocal problems such as soft or hard nodules, pre or ...

I can give you exercises and tricks to help you expand your range, sound clearer and stronger, and find your voice and what it is capable of. How to sing into a microphone, what other kinds of equipment people use and effects to help bring out the best sound in your voice. Experienced with Live performance and recording.

I have been working as a professional musician since 1987. In that time, I've played many roles alongside a wide range of established and emerging talent, from around the world, including band leader, accompanist, music producer, composer, arranger, co-writer, teacher, coach and mentor. Along the way, I have continued to pursue my passion for education, teaching private music lessons to amateurs, professionals and hobbyists from all walks of life.

I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Music Theory & Composition, as well as one year of graduate studies towards my Masters in Education with an emphasis on Vocal Music.

Learn proper Vocal production technique, and work on developing an age and level-appropriate repertoire for audition and performance purposes.

As a professional opera singer and recitalist, Rachel uses her first-hand experience in the business to guide her students and to teach them healthy vocal technique. Her students find her to be energetic, warm, and one of her biggest goals is to make her students feel more empowered when they leave than when they arrived. Music is a transformative art form and she hopes to enrich her student’s lives.

Learning proper singing technique is essential for the health of singers of all ages and genres. And YES! Everyone can sing! Rachel personalizes each lesson to her students' needs and provides a safe and fun atmosphere that is essential to creative learning. Musicianship, better intonation, breath control, support, tone quality, freedom of sound, and a love of music are all topics covered in voice lessons.

Do you want to learn how to sing Broadway (belt), Pop, Jazz, Gospel or R&B? I teach a cross between Belle Canto and the Riggs Technique which gives the voice a full rich sound. I also teach Performance, vocal anatomy, coaching for local competitions, and upcoming auditions, as well as vocal technique.

Fluent in all genres.

Have you ever wanted to sing your favorite show tunes or classical pieces like the pros? Or, do you have a role in a show for which you want to prepare? If so, then come take private voice lessons with Michael Kiesling. No prior experience required! I teach beginners as well as aspiring professionals and those preparing for a specific production. My philosophy is that everyone can sing with enough time, passion and willingness to learn. As a performer I have over 16 years of experience in the musical theatre and opera worlds. I have performed roles on stage and off for various companies. I have also taught students of all ages and backgrounds.