Singing with Rachel R.

Thanks for checking out my profile! I would love to help you discover, strengthen and improve your voice. Here's a little bit about me: I attended Syracuse University where I received a bachelor's degree in vocal performance. I then traveled down south to get my Master's from Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, TX. I served as Administrative Director for the Gregg Smith Singers' Adirondack Festival of American Music in Lake Placid, NY and performed with the all-female a cappella ensemble, The Mandarins, for whom I was director and vocal percussionist, as well as a Varsity Vocals award-winning soloist and arranger. I've played the role of Marcellina in Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro, as well as lead roles in Anything Goes, Me and My Girl, Annie Warbucks and Oliver. I have performed with the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, traveled internationally with the Southwestern Jazz Combo and have been a featured artist on the FEBC radio station in Seoul, Korea. For the past few years I have judged many singing competitions in Pennsylvania, New York and New Jersey. I'm currently Director of Music Ministry at Mount Bethel Church and a vocal instructor for a large studio specializing in opera, musical theatre, jazz and church music. *** Lesson Details *** During our time together we will focus on discovering your voice. By using a variety of warm-ups and exercises we will build a firm foundation of technique and gain an idea of your potential. From there we will find songs that will train your voice and inspire you. With a variety of offerings to choose from, we're sure you'll be happy working with us. Classical: Art Songs, Opera & Oratorio Sacred: Traditional, Spiritual, Contemporary Christian Musical Theatre: College Audition Prep, Legit. & Belt Commercial Music: Pop, Jazz, Country, R&B Musicianship: Principles of Music Theory, Sight Singing We offer curriculum in all vocal styles with regard to the individual's age, level of experience and personal goals. Look around our website and if you have any comments or questions, please feel free to contact us. We will have a great time and learn a lot together! *** Studio Equipment *** The teacher's home studio is in a side apartment attached to the home. The room includes an upright piano and seating for parents. *** Travel Equipment *** I can bring a keyboard and CD player. All we need is space. *** Specialties *** Church Music, Musical Theatre, Jazz, Opera, Performance.