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Lance R.
Garland, Texas
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Your own personal Ph.D Professor of Music
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Take lessons from a Ph. D of music! I've studied vocal performance for 15 years now, singing and teaching all styles. Aside from my performing experience, I've carefully studied the anatomy and physics of singing well, and how to get that knowledge across clearly in a one-on-one session. In these lessons, I guarantee that you will notice improvements quickly, no matter what style of music you want to sing.
About Lance R.

Dr. Lance R. is a Professor of Music offering private lessons online and in the Dallas area. He received his B.M. and M.M. in Vocal Performance from the University of South Florida, and a Ph. D in Music Theory, with a related field in Vocal Pedagogy from the University of North Texas. His greatest expertise are as a vocal coach for all styles, and in training general musicianship skills. He also offers lessons and coaching for saxophone, piano, songwriting, and voice therapy. Lance offers a comfortable learning environment for students of all levels, from those who have never sung, picked up a saxophone, or touched a piano in their lives, to active performers looking to reach that next level. *** Specialties *** Musicianship Skills and Ear-Training Lance has years of experience teaching students how to become fluent music readers and to easily navigate difficult musical passages. Vocal Technique Development Lance has specialized training to detect and correct anything that may be getting in the way of a healthy, musical singing sound. Disclaimers: Reschedule requests made within 24hrs may be allowed, subject to availability. Same-day cancellations and no-call/no-shows will result in being charged for the scheduled lesson. In-Person Lessons: We recently adopted two puppies! They are crated on the opposite side of the room where lessons are held. They may need to be let outside during sessions. Your patience is appreciated. There is also a cat and another dog, but they keep to themselves on the other side of the house.

Teaches all skill levels

Teaching since 2010

Ph. D in Music Theory

Teaches ages 8+

Speaks English

Has background check

Instructor details
Subject: Gospel Singing
Broadway Singing
Country Singing
Gospel Singing
Music Performance
Music Theory
Opera Voice
Piano
Saxophone
Singing
Songwriting
Speaking Voice
Teaches 10+ subjects. Different subjects may have different prices.
Location:
Teacher's Studio
Teacher's Studio
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Ripplewood Dr.
Teaches Online
Teaches Online
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Pricing
30 minutes
$44
45 minutes
$59
60 minutes
$74
New Student Special
First 3 lessons
$30
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As a complete beginner, I started taking vocal lessons 6 months ago with Lance. In that time I have greatly increased my vocal control, pitch, placement, range, ear, and confidence. He has been extremely patient and provides a comfortable environment for trying new things out, which has been invaluable for progress. He also has imparted on me some of his great musical background which has helped me more deeply understand and appreciate the music I am performing. I look forward to continuing lessons with Lance and seeing progress towards my musical goals.

Posted Mar 21, 2023
Teacher's Studio

Lance gave me good basic tips for the alto saxophone, as this is my first attempt at playing an instrument. He was kind, professional & encouraging. I’m looking forward to working on my homework.

Posted Feb 28, 2023
Teacher's Studio

He’s awesome! Super patient and knowledgeable.

Posted Feb 26, 2023
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Adjuct Faculty
Aug 2019 - Present
Dallas College
Professor of Music at Dallas College. I've been teaching a "music appreciation" class for years now, where I introduce students to dozens of different musical styles and teach the history of their development.
Teaching Fellow
Aug 2013 - May 2016
University of North Texas
As the instructor of record, I managed two undergraduate classes in Aural Skills, courses dealing in sight-singing, ear-training, and musical dictation. In this class and in the time since then, I have trained many students that you might have called "tone-deaf" to sing in tune and with confidence.
Ph. D in Music Theory
Aug 2012 - Mar 2020
University of North Texas
Masters in Music
Aug 2011 - May 2012
University of South Florida
Bachelors in Music
Aug 2007 - May 2011
University of South Florida
English
Native Proficiency
Online Teaching Certification
Oct 2022
Dallas College Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning
Certification to teach online courses through Dallas College, demonstrates familiarity with online resources and online engagement strategies.
Accessability Training
Feb 2020
Dallas College
Awarded for successful completion of the Dallas College Accessibility training courses.
Society for Music Theory
Aug 2012
The Society for Music Theory promotes the development of and engagement with music theory as a scholarly and pedagogical discipline. We construe this discipline broadly as embracing all approaches, from conceptual to practical, and all perspectives, including those of the scholar, listener, composer, performer, teacher, and student. The Society is committed to fostering diversity, exclusivity, and gender equity in the field.
Barbershop Harmony Society
Aug 2008
It’s music in a very pure form created with nothing but human voices coming together to create a rich and satisfying texture that is pleasing to the ears and invigorating to the soul. Barbershop allows you to find your voice and be a part of creating something that is greater than the sum of its parts.

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Instructor details
Subject: Gospel Singing
Broadway Singing
Country Singing
Gospel Singing
Music Performance
Music Theory
Opera Voice
Piano
Saxophone
Singing
Songwriting
Speaking Voice
Teaches 10+ subjects. Different subjects may have different prices.
Location:
Teacher's Studio
Teacher's Studio
SEE MAP
Ripplewood Dr.
Teaches Online
Teaches Online
Work hours
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$44
45 minutes
$59
60 minutes
$74
New Student Special
First 3 lessons
$30