Teaches online

Teaches all skill levels

All ages

Speaks English, Japanese

Teaching since 2013

B.F.A Jazz Vocal Performance

Learn jazz voice with a touring performer!

I'm a professional singer, composer, and arranger with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Jazz Vocal Performance. I've toured throughout the United States and several countries in Asia. I teach all ages and welcome beginners. My lessons are customized and catered to the needs and goals of each student. My students can work on vocal techniques and improvisation (e.g., scat singing, melody changing, etc.) over their favorite songs. If they would like, I can help my students build a solid foundation in music theory, composition, and arranging. I've taught older students who have a passion for jazz and also younger students who are exploring the many wonderful aspects of this music. Above anything else, I'd like to make sure my students are having fun and expressing their love for singing!

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Teaching Hours

Monday

7 AM-12:30 PM

Tuesday

7 AM-12:30 PM

Wednesday

7 AM-8 PM

Thursday

7 AM-2 PM

5:30 PM-8 PM

Friday

7 AM-8 PM

Sunday

8 AM-10 AM

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Pricing

45 minutes

$55

60 minutes

$65

90 minutes

$85

About Aya I.

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Aya is a New York-based vocalist and composer specializing in Jazz. Originally from Japan, Aya moved to NYC in 2013 to pursue a B.F.A in Jazz Vocal Performance. She developed her sound and style by studying with Steve Wilson and Carolyn Leonhart. In 2017, Aya graduated from The City College of New York under the Kaye Scholarship with Degree Honors Magna Cum Laude. Her 2018 debut album, Day by Day, was produced by the Grammy award-winning saxophonist Wayne Escoffery. Day by Day is a culmination of Aya's experience as an artist and reflects the pursuit of her dreams in NYC. Alongside her original compositions, it also includes her favorite jazz standards with her own arrangements. Soon after her album was released, Aya returned to Tokyo to continue composing and performing Jazz for audiences throughout Asia. In 2019, Aya completed tours in Japan, Taiwan, and Paris. She moved back to NYC in October and now performs regularly with a diverse group of musicians.

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8 Reviews

Hiroko

Online

I really enjoyed my lesson with Aya! She is very knowledgeable and patience. I appreciate that she explains why the exercises are helpful and how I can improve.

Posted Apr 4, 2021

Natsu

Online

Aya is an awesome teacher! She is very encouraging and I feel comfortable taking on new vocal challenges in front of her.

Posted Apr 2, 2021

Gustavo

Online

Been taking lessons for a couple of months now. They are super great! I love practicing all the stuff I learn during the lessons. They're one of the funnest parts of my week!

Posted Feb 19, 2021