Lesson Details
Lydia teaches
About
- Teaches students:
- Ages 18+
- Teaching since:
- 1990
I am a professional singer specializing in Gospel, Jazz, Blues, R & B with a classical training background. I am also a pianist, recording artist, songwriter, speech professor & etiquette teacher. I utilize all these skills to help my students become stellar singers. I have a B.A in Arts & Science, M.A in Communication & Training and another M.A in Education & Curriculum.
Voice students can expect to improve week to week in their vocal technique. Every voice has a unique timbre; I teach students to release built up tension and apply foundational techniques in order to unlock their own individual sound. I can help any student to sing with freedom, confidence, and expression. Additionally, I provide my students with training on song selection, soundscapes, stage presence and career building tools.
Whether you dream is to sing in public or to make singing your lifelong career; I am the person who will help you elevate yourself.
Experience
Speech Professor
Jan 2015 - PresentSpecialized focus on the art of public speaking and making connections between music and communications
Communications Professor
Jan 2009 - Present8 years a Communications Professor specializing in advanced public speaking, all facets of the communication process and showing the connection between music and communication
Director of Music
Aug 2005 - PresentIn direct cooperation with Priest in Charge execute all service music and prepare soloist
Professional Performer/Vocalist
Sep 1989 - PresentHave performed on national and international stages for over 25 years.
Education
M.A
Sep 2006 - May 2009Music
Aug 1978 - May 1981Languages
English
Certifications
Instruction, Curriculum & Training
Aug 2010Certified
Director of Music & Worship
Jun 2010After being the Director of Music & Worship for 5 years; I was presented with a certification from the Episcopal Anglican Church for master status
Awards
Faculty Marshall
May 2018Performance Award
Jun 2010Affiliations
Jazz Education Network
Jan 2009JEN was formed in 2008 to help bring together the jazz arts community. It hosts an annual conference with concerts presented by students and professionals, a student jazz festival, workshops, research presentations and an exhibition area with manufacturers, retailers, schools and other jazz related organizations. JEN also offers many educational programs, from an outreach program, to mentoring and scholarships.
+ Read MoreBMI
Jan 1997Broadcast Music Inc. was founded in 1939 by forward-thinkers who wanted to represent songwriters in emerging genres, like jazz, blues and country, and protect the public performances of their music. Operating on a non-profit-making basis, BMI is now the largest music rights organization in the U.S. and is still nurturing new talent and new music.
+ Read MoreAmerican Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers
Jan 1996The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) is a membership association of more than 480,000 US composers, songwriters, lyricists and music publishers. The ASCAP is committed to nurturing music makers throughout their careers.
American Society of Music Arrangers and Composers
Jan 1989A.S.M.A.C. is an organization whose mission is to promote the arts of Music Arranging, Composition, and Orchestration within the entertainment industry community and the general public. A.S.M.A.C.’s purpose is to provide its membership a place to make contact with each other to exchange ideas and information about the art of music and the music industry. A.S.M.A.C. seeks to educate and inform both the general public and the commercial arts community about the roles its members play in the creation of music past and present. A.S.M.A.C. also encourages emerging arrangers and composers in their development.
+ Read MoreThe Chicago Federation of Musicians
Jan 1987The Chicago Federation of Musicians is an organization of almost three thousand professional musicians. For more than 100 years, the CFM has been working to achieve dignity and just wages for our art. Our members perform in the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the Lyric Opera Orchestra, The Redwalls, the orchestras for Chicago’s Broadway shows. We represent musicians performing all styles of music: alternative rock, soul, classical, jazz, rock, country, pop, reggae, Christian rock, and others. Our members are active in recording commercials, television and radio programs and CD's, and perform for private and corporate parties locally and throughout North America.
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9 Reviews
Write a ReviewLydia is very patient with me she make sure that I hit the right notes I am so impressed with her and I'm working hard and doing very well
It was amazing! I definitely feels like she gets me and she's quite enthusiastic about my skills and future and that made me excited. This is just the first lesson, but I'm highly confident this is the best decision I've made.
She was amazing !! I love her patience and her ability to teach. BEST INSTRUCTOR EVER !!
Loved her class, she made me for comfortable while advancing the class at a good pace that covered my objectives.
Lydia is an AMAZING!!! vocalist and instructor. She makes it so easy and fun to learn. I look forward to working with her again. I HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend her.
Thank you so much for your expert training. I liked the conveniency of online training. Greatly appreciated!
I have never sung in public but it was always a dream of mine to be able to sing a solo in front of my family and friends for the holidays. I heard about Ms. Lydia through friends and asked her to teach me to sing. She gave me a free consultation to determine what my needs were and then set up a plan to help me reach my goals through the lessons that she gave me. Fast forward to last Christmas, I surprised my family by singing a ton of Christmas favorites and I am preparing to do the same this year. Thank you Ms. Lydia
+ Read MoreI am a quasi professional performer but wanted to enhance my skill set so I reached out to one of my favorite performers/instructors: Lydia Hamilton. Lydia is an exceptional teacher and she designed my curriculum to fit my needs and it the results were outstanding!
+ Read MoreAwesome experience