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Vocal Training with Kimberly H.

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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 13+
Speaks English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Latin - not fluent, but excellent diction coach in these languages
Teaching since 2002
Masters of Music in Vocal Performance

    About Kimberly H.

    5.0
    (13)
    Kimberly Harrison, M.M. is owner of Singing For Your Soul voice studio, winner of "Best Voice Lessons" and "Best Performing Arts Business" in Santa Monica, CA for 2014 (awarded by two separate institutions). Considering the high number and caliber of voice studios in Santa Monica, this is quite an honor! Learn more at www.SingingForYourSoul.com, Facebook.com/SingingForYourSoul, and http://www.yelp.com/biz/singing-for-your-soul-santa-monica. An accomplished musician, singer, and music educator, Kimberly's career spans the gamut of classical, pop, musical theater, Medieval, Renaissance, and world music styles. Kimberly’s holistic approach helps free the voice in singing, speaking, and life. She understands how revealing and scary vocal work can feel, and also how incredibly empowering. She approaches the voice as mind/body/spirit, helping clients build solid vocal technique, and, as needed, addressing stress, emotional challenges, breathing, posture, and unnecessary tension. Easy going, playful, and always gentle, Kimberly creates a safe space that’s appreciated by all, especially beginners or those struggling with anxiety. Clients say things like: “Kimberly is a genius,” “Saved my voice,” “Took my voice to a whole new level,” “My singing, speaking, and whole life have improved,” and “LOVE you Kimberly!”

    Instructor details

    Location:
    Teaches Online
    Teaches Online

    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    9 AM-5 PM
    Tuesday
    9 AM-5 PM
    Wednesday
    9 AM-2 PM
    Saturday
    9 AM-11 AM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $45
    60 minutes
    $85
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    5.0
    13 Reviews
    Nikki Christie
    I love Kimberly, and there’s no way you couldn’t. She has taught me a new way of seeing things, expressing myself, and even feeling, that’s brought a new perspective on the world that is so uplifting. Since day one my voice has grown and still continues to. I’ve learned wonderful approaches to breathing and vocal strengthening. With the tools she teaches not only comes an advanced voice, but in-depth knowledge of voice and sound, history, extreme confidence, and so much fun. I highly recommend Kimberly to anyone, either advanced or just starting out. I really can’t say enough about her – she’s an amazing artist, teacher, friend, guru & the cutest darn thing to laugh with. Truly an hour never feels like enough time. So, FYI: If you’re looking for a voice coach and came upon her name, then congratulations, because you’ve just struck gold.
    Posted Jun 18, 2015
    Mel Finefrock
    Online
    I've been singing for as long as I can remember. What I didn't know until last year is that I've had PTSD for nearly that long. And what I also didn't know ... was that my PTSD was affecting my singing. It's honestly been a toss-up whether singing has been cathartic or stressful for me, whether I've been proud or ashamed of my own voice. Given that I sing at numerous gatherings and have been encouraged to record an album, I figure I should love what I put out there as much as everyone else seems to before I take that kind of step. And so, I've been taking lessons with Kimberly, who's helping me to rewrite my own song, or rather to unpack those fears and beliefs and thought processes that've been dragging me down, not only as a vocalist but as an individual. That's the thing about singing. You can apply so much about singing to life at large--more, in fact, than I ever thought possible--and of course, the reverse is true. As such, it's important to find resonance in both, which I believe may be a lifelong, evolutionary process. I'm so grateful to Kimberly for her patience, compassion, wisdom, knowledge of PTSD, and friendship as I embark on this leg of my journey. She has a gentle heart and vivacious spirit, possesses excellent command of her expertise, and loves and works with you wherever you are. I'd recommend her to anyone, hands-down. I work with Kimberly via Skype. And even though I'm blind and can't see her onscreen, we still get a LOT done. If anything, we have to communicate even more effectively when she's teaching me a new warmup or breathing technique, in order to compensate for the fact that she can't show me things such as posture hand over hand. Together we come up with a lot of analogies that we can both understand and that might be applicable to others in future. We bond by sharing words, thoughts, and feelings, and when I work with her, I feel like I'm spending time with a friend. If you feel concerned about working online with a music teacher, I encourage you to give it a try. If you feel that undeniable connection with a teacher, then that's the person you're meant to work with, and now technology makes that possible!
    Posted Jun 12, 2015
    Elena Pinto
    Teacher's studio
    Three years ago I looked online for a singing teacher. I was excited about some songs I had written and was getting ready to record them for the first time. I was basically self-taught, so I wasn't sure if I had good technique etc. I was hoping with singing lessons I could reach another level. I was fortunate to find vocal expert Kimberly Harrison. A talented singer/musician, an intuitive teacher, and a wonderful human being; Kimberly has the unique perspective of an empathetic artist. She can easily place herself in her students' shoes at any singing stage they happen to be in. She then creates a joyful, comfortable space to learn, with her refreshing humor and open mind/heart. Her expertise allowed me to fill in the gaps. Her belting exercises strengthened my vocal chords so by the time I got to the studio I had better control and felt more confident. Good classes do make a big difference. My songwriting project is now an original band... we just finished recording another album. Kimberly was recently notified by Best Businesses that Singing For Your Soul was awarded Best Performing Arts Business in Santa Monica for 2014! I'm not surprised!
    Posted Jun 5, 2015
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    Experience

    Artist's Way Facilitator

    Jan, 2012 - Present

    Singing For Your Soul

    Facilitator of Artist's Way Workshops, in which participants explore their relationship with creativity, free themselves of blocks that hold them back from full self-expression, and learn to bring more richness and creativity into their daily lives. For people from all walks of life.

    Pro Voice Teacher

    Jan, 2012 - Present

    Lauri’s List Premier Community for S.Cal. Vocal Pros

    A consortium of top professional singers and voice coaches in Los Angeles, CA.

    Voice and Piano Instructor

    Oct, 2008 - Sep, 2011

    South Pasadena Music Conservatory

    Voice and piano instructor for all ages and levels.

    Voice Teacher

    Feb, 2008 - Sep, 2014

    Lori Moran Music

    A consortium of top singers and professional music instructors in Los Angeles.

    Owner

    Nov, 2006 - Present

    Singing For Your Soul Voice Studio

    Singing For Your Soul is a number of things. 1. It’s my holistic voice practice, where I assist clients in finding and freeing their authentic voices. 2. It’s how you feel when when your voice and presence express who you really are ~ your soul sings! 3. It’s how I personally strive to sing, perform, teach, and live and 4. It’s a community of people who are pursuing lives in which our souls soar and sing. If you feel called, join us!

    Workshop Leader

    Nov, 2006 - Present

    Singing For Your Soul

    Facilitator and producer of numerous workshops and retreats, including Vocal Power Retreat, Find and Free Your Authentic Voice, Radiant Performance Bootcamp, Overcoming Anxiety, student recitals, holistic health workshops, and more.

    GTA Music History and Music Theory

    Aug, 2004 - Jun, 2006

    Lamont School of Music

    Graduate teaching assistant for music history and music theory classes at Lamont Music Conservatory.

    Associate Voice Teacher

    Jan, 2004 - Jun, 2006

    Steve Spencer Music

    Associate voice teacher for a top Denver, CO music studio.

    Education

    Bachelor of Music

    Aug, 1996 - Jun, 2000

    College of the Holy Cross

    Masters of Music in Vocal Performance

    Aug, 2003 - Jun, 2006

    Lamont School of Music

    Certifications

    Program Graduate

    May, 2012

    The Mastery of Self-Expression

    An intensive 3-day personal development seminar designed to help participants dig deeply, move through emotional blocks, and fully open to their authentically expressed selves. The course was created and led by Dan Fauci, founder of The Actors Institute and producer of the hit T.V. series "Frasier."

    Breatheology Certified

    May, 2015

    Breatheology

    In-depth training in the science and application of numerous advanced breathing techniques for enhanced physical and mental well-being. The course was created by Stig Severinsen, Founder of Breatheology, Author, PhD in Medicine & 4x Freediving World Champion.

    CPR Certification

    Apr, 2015

    CNT Training, Ann Arbor, MI

    Posture Enhancement Coach

    May, 2013

    B3 Equation

    Granted through one year of personal training studies with movement & posture coach Brian Glaspy, champion body builder, dancer & trainer.

    Awards

    Music Teachers Association Scholarship

    Jun, 1996

    Music Teachers Association

    Best Voice Lessons in Santa Monica, CA

    Apr, 2015

    Santa Monica Business Recognition

    Best Performing Arts Business in Santa Monica, CA

    Jan, 2015

    Best Businesses

    Brooks Music Scholarship

    Aug, 1996

    College of the Holy Cross

    Affiliations

    National Association of Teachers of Singing

    Feb, 2010

    Founded in 1944, National Association of Teachers of Singing, Inc. (NATS) is the largest professional association of teachers of singing in the world with more than 7,000 members worldwide.

    Broadcast Music Inc.

    Mar, 2011

    One of three United States performing rights organizations, along with ASCAP and SESAC. It collects license fees on behalf of songwriters, composers, and music publishers and distributes them as royalties to those members whose works have been performed. In FY 2013, BMI collected more than $944 million in licensing fees and distributed $814 million in royalties.

    Languages

    but excellent diction coach in these languages

    Limited Proficiency

    English

    Native Proficiency

    Spanish

    Limited Proficiency

    French

    Limited Proficiency

    German

    Limited Proficiency

    Italian

    Limited Proficiency

    Latin - not fluent

    Limited Proficiency

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