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Rebecca R.
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About Rebecca R.
Professional classical singer, writer, and music educator with over 10 years of teaching experience in all genres and styles including classical/opera, musical theater/ Broadway, pop, rock, R&B, and folk.
Welcome! Allow me to introduce myself...
After teaching students of all ages and experience levels over the past decade, I’ve harnessed a particular passion for helping teenage and adult students find their musical voices and fall in love with the art form. My teaching sphere has primarily revolved around voice, piano, music theory, and music history. However, over the past few years, I’ve also been training extensively in Alexander Technique and have been progressively incorporating these new pedagogical skills into my teaching studio.
I grew up immersed in music, taking voice and piano lessons from a young age as well as performing in local musical theater productions and choral ensembles. I received my Bachelor's Degree in music from Pepperdine University and subsequently went on to earn my Master's Degree in vocal performance from The Boston Conservatory. As a professional singer, I have interpreted a wide range of works from early opera to world premieres. Past performance highlights include Contessa in Mozart's LE NOZZE DI FIGARO, Manon in Massenet's MANON, Magda in Puccini's LA RONDINE, and Pamina in Mozart's DIE ZAUBERFLÖTE.
Originally from Southern California, I spent the past several years living in NYC where I taught as well as worked as an active performer. Throughout my time living in New York, I was lucky enough to sing at such notable venues as Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, the United Palace, and La Mama Experimental Theatre Club. I recently relocated to Portland, OR where I’ve continued to teach online singing lessons all the while enjoying the change of pace from New York :).
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Student's Home
I would give Rebecca 10 stars if I could. My daughter has been taking piano lessons with her for more than a year and she absolutely loves her! Rebecca is kind, encouraging, patient and a wonderful teacher. I cannot recommend her enough.
Student's Home
Stella was so excited for her lesson with Rebecca, she can't wait for the next one...she loved it!
Student's Home
The first session was great. Rebecca was warm, kind and natural. She wanted to form a solid foundation by asking my daughter about her interest, what she wanted to learn, the artist she likes and let her sing to have an understanding of her vocal skills. We are excited to work with Rebecca as my daughter loved her. Totally recommend her to both kids and adults.
Teacher's Studio
This rank beginner is really excited about learning to sing. In the very first lesson Rebecca gave me a way of visualizing that already improved the sound of my voice.
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Experience
Writer
Jun 2018 - PresentModern Singer
Modern Singer is an online lifestyle magazine written by singers for singers. I regularly contribute articles to the magazine on various singer-related topics, from health and well-being to career resources.
Voice & Piano Teacher
Aug 2010 - PresentRebecca's Private Music Studio
The beauty of the private studio is the ability to truly accommodate and tailor the individual needs and goals of each student. Over the past decade, my studio has grown from a few beginning voice and piano students to an incredibly diverse group of all ages, experience levels, and goals. With each student, I have not only encountered growth in his/her instrument but also overall confidence and success in many aspects of life, whether that be school, work, or other creative outlets.
Voice & Piano Teacher
Aug 2015 - Nov 2017Music To Your Home
As a teacher with Music To Your Home, I traveled to each student's home to provide safe, comfortable, and convenient learning experience for all interested in developing a musical education.
Voice & Piano Teacher
Oct 2015 - Sep 2017J&J Music Studios
At J&J music studios, I was the lead voice teacher for the entire student body as well as teacher of several of the piano students. My students at J&J ranged from 3 years old to adult and all experience levels.
Voice & Piano Teacher
May 2014 - Aug 2015Centre House Music
At Centre House Music, I taught both voice and piano lessons at the charming, family-owned and operated music studio and store in Framingham, MA. I had the pleasure of training students ranging ages 5-78 years old and beginner to advanced experience levels.
Teaching Assistant
Aug 2013 - May 2014The Boston Conservatory
As a teaching assistant for a large music history lecture class, I created a curriculum for a supplemental lab section ensuring full understanding of all subject matter that included listening quizzes, analysis of subjects not covered in lecture, and active class discussion. This position not only allowed for deeper exploration of music history but also better understanding of a wide range of music concepts, such as theory, performance practice, and technique.
Education
Master of Music (MM), Voice Performance
Aug 2012 - May 2014The Boston Conservatory
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Music
Aug 2008 - Apr 2012Pepperdine University
Languages
French
Limited Proficiency
German
Limited Proficiency
Italian
Limited Proficiency
Affiliations
Pi Kappa Lambda
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