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Age: 10-18
Teaching since 2014
Bachelor of Science in Music
About Ellen W.
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As Abbe' Dimnet once said, "Children have to be educated, but they have also to be left to educate themselves."
I aim to teach my students not only how to sing, but how to practice and be independent musicians. Practicing what they learn in the studio will help them gain good habits, making singing and performing more effortless. One of the hard things about learning how to sing, is learning to use muscles you can not see. This is why kinesthesia is important! It helps the student learn how everything feels, so they can produce free, open, resonant sounds.
I teach my student music theory and ear training. This prepares them for auditions and helps them become leaders in their group ensembles.
I also aim to teach my students artistry! Music can be a powerful influence in our lives and society. It is important for a student to learn to connect with their music so they can be better performers.
Last, I am a member of NATS. This allows me to continue my education on the voice and gives me new insights from other great teachers and vocal scientists around the nation. By being a member of this association, it also allows me to give my students opportunities to compete in competitions and get feedback from other great teachers.
I grew up in Centennial, Colorado and started playing the violin in 4th grade. I developed an interest in singing in middle school, and started voice lessons when I was 16. I have been singing ever since!
I graduated from Brigham Young University-Idaho in April 2009, with a Bachelor degree in Music Science. I emphasized in vocal instruction.
I am happily married to my husband, Kevin. We own a dog, named Rocky! My students love Rocky!
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Jordan
Student's home
Ellen is an amazing teacher. She is patient and kind with my daughter works with her to become excellent. She is a very good teacher.
Posted Oct 19, 2017
Marianne Tomarelli
Teacher's studio
She is incredible, fantastic! My daughter and I love her! She's very sweet and a great teacher. She connected with my daughter and my daughter loves her lessons. Absolutely recommend her!
Posted Jun 22, 2015
Lara
Teacher's studio
Ellen is excellent! She has listened to our daughter and helped her to learn several songs on the violin which is what she wanted. She is actually practicing almost daily! Ellen plays alongside her so she can get a feel for the notes and how they sound. I like the way she teaches. She encourages and praises our daughter all the time.
Posted Oct 29, 2014
Experience
NATS member
Oct, 2015 - PresentNational Association Teachers of Singing
I am a member of NATS which allows me to stay current with research and teaching methods for singing. It also allows me to give my students opportunities to perform in competitions.
Soloist
Mar, 2015 - Mar, 2016Lamb of God Oratorio by Rob Gardner
Private Voice Teacher
Feb, 2014 - PresentEllen W.
Enjoy teaching students how to create beautiful music!
Colorado Saints Choral
Jan, 2014 - PresentCommunity Choir
Perform sacred music. Performed the part of "Martha" in "The Lamb of God" Oratorio by Rob Gardner 2015
Private Voice Teacher
Mar, 2009 - May, 2009Ellen W.
Taught voice lessons to students before my husband started Grad-School in Philadelphia.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Music
Jul, 2005 - Jul, 2009Brigham Young University-Idaho
Awards
First Place in Classical Division
Apr, 2005NATS
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