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Opera Voice with Roberta D.

Meriden, Connecticut

4.7
(18)
Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 7+
Speaks Spanish, Italian
Teaching since 1995

    Polish Your Opera Repertoire with Expert Advice from a Stellar Coach

    I am classically trained and this music is my first love. I focus on technique. If you are already accomplished, I can help you fine tune your technique and learn or polish repertoire. If you are a beginner, I will give you the right start with a foundation of proper technique focused on safeguarding your instrument for correct use.

    Instructor details

    Location:
    Teacher's Studio
    Teacher's Studio
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    Edgemark Acres
    Teaches Online
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    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    5:30 AM-6 AM
    7 AM-9 AM
    12 PM-1 PM
    4 PM-6 PM
    Tuesday
    5:30 AM-6 AM
    7:30 AM-8 AM
    Wednesday
    2 AM-2:30 AM
    Friday
    5:30 AM-6 AM
    3 PM-6 PM
    9:30 PM-10 PM
    Saturday
    11 AM-11:30 AM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $40
    60 minutes
    $70

    About Roberta D.

    4.7
    (18)
    DURING COVID 19 ALL LESSONS ARE OFFERED ONLINE ONLY UNTIL FURTHUR NOTICE. STAY SAFE AND HEALTHY. Do you want to improve your voice? Do you want to sing for fun? Do you want coaching to sing in a band or record? Do you want to audition for plays and musicals, Regionals, or music school? Have you always wanted to learn to play the piano? Do you want to build confidence and improve your well-being? Then you have found the right teacher. I can even offer bilingual lessons (English/Spanish) I am classically trained with over 25 years professional singing/acting experience at venues across the country/around the world, including off Broadway, Carnegie Hall and the Sydney, Australia Opera House. I work full time as a musician performing, choral directing, and giving private voice/acting and piano lessons. My education includes Drew University, the Academia Real in Spain, Hart School of Music and private study. My teaching for voice & piano focuses on a foundation of correct technique. Vocal range, control, projection and tone quality will improve There is a focus on safeguarding the instrument through correct care and use. I accept voice students of all levels and beginner to intermediate piano students. I welcome all ages including adult beginners.
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    18 Reviews
    Cecilia
    Online
    I’ve been taking online singing lessons with Roberta since the beginning of COVID. She’s an excellent teacher and is very patient and kind. I highly recommend her!
    Posted Nov 22, 2020
    Colleen
    Student's home
    I love Roberta. She is so knowledgeable, professional and friendly...a wonderful combination to have in a teacher. She is patient and thorough. I would highly recommend her.
    Posted Jun 18, 2019
    Beverly
    Teacher's studio
    Roberta is everything you would want in a teacher. She is exceptionally talented herself and knows how to share her knowledge with others. She is especially very kind and nurturing in an environment which could be quite intimidating for a beginner like me. You can tell she truly enjoys teaching and gets excited to see her pupil learn. I have learned so much in a short time.
    Posted May 10, 2019
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    Experience

    Vice President

    Jan, 2016 - Present

    Meriden ArtsTrust, Inc

    The Meriden ArtsTrust, Inc. is a 501 (c)(3) non profit dedicated to music and music education. PLEASE CHOOSE US ON AMAZON SMILE! "Bringing the arts to everyone; bringing everyone to the arts"

    Co Founder and Co Director

    Jan, 2016 - Present

    MUSIC: Shared Experiences (M: SE)

    M: SE is the outreach program of the Meriden ArtsTrust, Inc. 501 (c)(3). Our programs include chorus and orchestra for all ages and the integration of all the humanities through music. Our Mission Statement: to promote the learning of the language of music in our communities; using music and the arts’ common bond, to promote inclusion, community, events, concerts, lessons in well-being and healthy music making, providing personal growth for participants of all ages. La música y las artes son para toda la vida y el vínculo inicial es una experiencia compartida. Music and the Arts & Humanities are for a lifetime and the initial bond is a shared experience! Se habla inglés, italiano, y español aquí.

    Soloist and Organist

    Jan, 2010 - Present

    Office of Radio and Television Archdiocese of Hartford

    Sing and play on camera for a live broadcast in a TV studio environment, averaging monthly appearances. Audience averages <100,000 tuning in

    Owner and Instructor

    Jan, 1995 - Present

    Music By Roberta

    Named in Top 10 Teachers in Greater New Haven in 2015 and 2016! Teaching 40+ students per week ranging from age 7 (readers) to adult. All levels and beginners of all ages welcome. Bi-lingual instruction offered (Spanish). Strong foundational technique and music theory taught to all. Vocal program includes auditioning, acting, staging, and scene work. Specialty in opera, Oratorio, Operetta, Sacred Classical, Contemporary Christian, Standards, and Broadway. Excellent record of successful student All State auditions and university music program acceptance. Performance languages: Spanish, Italian, German, Latin, English; some French, Hebrew, Chinese, and Russian. Student recital program and Cabaret shows, always presented at nursing homes, which include piano/vocal solos, full scenes, and group singing.

    Professional Pastoral Musician

    Jan, 1984 - Present

    Churches of Various Denominations

    Outside of my music studio, I have worked as a church music director for most of my adult life. I play the organ, sing, and direct adult and children's choirs.

    Certifications

    Secondary Ed Teaching Certification

    Jun, 1987

    State of CT

    Adult and child CPR

    Mar, 2017

    The American Red Cross

    Affiliations

    American Guild of Organists

    Jan, 1995

    The mission of the American Guild of Organists is to enrich lives through organ and choral music. To achieve this we: 1. Encourage excellence in the performance of organ and choral music 2.Inspire, educate, and offer certification for organists and choral conductors 3. Provide networking, fellowship, and mutual support 4.Nurture future generations of organists 5. Promote the organ in its historic and evolving roles; and 6. Engage wider audiences with organ and choral music.

    National Association of Pastoral Musicians

    Jan, 1998

    The National Association of Pastoral Musicians fosters the art of musical liturgy. The members of NPM serve the Catholic Church in the United States as musicians, clergy, liturgists, and other leaders of prayer.

    Languages

    Italian

    Professional Proficiency

    Spanish

    Native Proficiency

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