Lesson Details
Laura teaches
About
- Teaches students:
- Females 10+ and males 12+
- Teaching since:
- June 2001
Music is definitely the universal language, and there isn't a genre I don't love; it's important to me that that aspect be brought to lessons, as well! From humble New Jersey beginnings to an opera career, I've seen the power of what music can do!
Whether it's opera, musical theater, folk, rock, or just public speaking, anything YOU love to do, I would love to teach you! Having taught all ages and levels, from first graders to adults, from someone who's never sung a note in his or her life to semi-professionals, I cater my lessons to what YOU as a student need and are interested in.
Lessons shouldn't be a chore - I like to foster an environment you look forward to being a part of! I also think that music, like any sport, is hard work, and takes seriously practice; even hobbies take concentration and application! I understand and can work with many schedules and work loads, but I expect my students to put at least half the effort into their lessons that I do!
Experience
Voice Coach and Instructor
Jan 2004 - PresentAs a voice teacher in my own studio, I've striven to make every student comfortable in a challenging environment! I've taught everyone from professional opera singers preparing roles to pop recording artists preparing their albums, from children learning to sing for the first time to adults with vocal health issues. I've also taught in rented studio space, in students' homes, and in my own home teaching studio.
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Sep 2010 - Aug 2014Education
Master of Music
Aug 2006 - May 2008Bachelor of Musical Arts
Aug 2001 - May 2005Languages
English
French
German
Italian
Awards
Elaine Malbin Soprano Competition
May 2015The American Prize
Aug 2014Marie E. Crump Vocal Award
May 2010Affiliations
Sigma Alpha Iota (ΣΑΙ)
Apr 2002Sigma Alpha Iota is a professional International Music Fraternity for women. Formed to uphold the highest standards of music and to further the development of music in America and throughout the world, it continues to provide musical and educational resources to its members and the general public.Sigma Alpha Iota operates its own national philanthropy, Sigma Alpha Iota Philanthropies, Inc.
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8 Reviews
Write a ReviewLearning to sing for the first time, Laura makes it fun and comfortable! Would highly recommend.
Laura is a special teacher and a special person. My child started out at age 12 with a passion for singing and needed to learn technique and discipline. Laura gave her that along with supportively connecting her life to her art, all through middle school and through a well-known performing arts high school. I can’t praise her highly enough.
+ Read MoreLaura Kay has been my voicd coach for almost 10 years, when I lived in Ohio and then I moved to NYC and was so glad she ended up moving here for her career as well. I had tried a few voice teachers here in the City and none of them were as good as Laura.
She is an objective teacher and uses multiple methods of teaching depending on the student's needs and this is very hard to find.
I am now a recording artist and never hesitate to contact Laura for emergency situations whether I need to record a complicated song or do a challenging showcase.
Plus she is funny, makes you feel comfortable! Not only you learn a lot but you also have a great time.
Awesome teacher! patient, knowledgeable, & creative
I'm a complete beginner, could barely sing in tune. I decided to take lessons for fun. but whoa was i surprised at the progress I've made with Laura in just a few short months. She has catered to my individual needs, and has made my learning experience fun. She works at my pace so i never feel rushed or bored. She teaches singing lessons in a way anyone can understand. Her background in opera means she can sing and teach her students amazing vocal range. She taught me anything is possible with hard work and dedication! I've learned so much with her, it's hard to put it all in a short review. Pick her and you won't be disappointed! Thank you Laura!
Great teacher
Laura is a really good and nice teacher. She is patient to answer all of my questions.I improved a lot in a short period of time with her tips on singing. She's not only just teach you how to sing, she also talks some histories of music and different examples or even her experiences to me. She can make an exercise into a fun way to do. I learned a lot from her and I gain more confident on singing. I'm always looking forward to take lessons with her. She's such a great singer and vocal coach!! Laura is a great choice for those of you who want to learn singing in a comfortable, no pressure and fun environment. ^_^
Good teacher. Nice person. Very busy lady.
Fun and Helpful
Laura gives very helpful tips and exercises that help me improve on my breathing as well as control the different registers of my voice. I've learned a lot with Laura as my teacher and she makes the experience enjoyable for the both of us. One thing that would maybe improve our weekly lessons would be more warm up time before the actual singing, in order to get my voice ready and controlled even more for the lesson. Overall, Laura is a great vocal coach!
newbie
laura is a wonderful teacher. professional yet warm, patient and very encouraging. her "you can do it" attitude makes one want to go home and practice. i look forward to each class with her.