Bishop, VA Opera Voice Lessons

Do you love opera but not sure how to begin study? Let's get started with the very basics of classical and operatic technique so meet student requirements for conservatory or to study privately with a formal opera teacher. That's right! A very good opera teacher requires that, prior to study, each student has a certain knowledge of music and experience singing. I want get you to that place where you can confidently begin serious opera voice work.

Bel Canto Classical method. As with all vocal study we work breathing, posture, register placement and resonance. Beginning with English Reliquary and Barber/Copeland usually, then to Italian arias.

I can teach you technique involved with opera singing as well as help with auditions.

I love teaching. I go into every lesson with the belief that the student is there to learn; if they weren't interested in learning, they wouldn't be there. Because I have always had diverse musical interests, I create a stress-free atmosphere for my students by allowing them to pursue whatever avenues of music interest them. My degrees may be in Jazz Studies and Performance, but I have extensive experience with Classical and Popular music; I provide a unique perspective and enthusiasm to every student.

I am Collegiate voice instructor, who has had students in Broadway touring musicals, Tony award nominees, members of Opera companies, and local Community Theaters. I can teach both Bel Canto and Commercial Contemporary Music [CCM] as well as Lyric Diction. I speak fluent French and German as well.

I am passionate about teaching others music in a way that reaches them. Each person is different and has different needs when entering music lessons. My goal is to assess each individuals particular gifts and skillsets, see their potential as artists and musicians, and encourage and support them to grow towards their goals. I specialize in teaching voice, and have experience in classical, musical theater, and Jazz performance. I would love the opportunity to get to work with you, and help you to grow as a musician!

I customize unique and specific curriculums for each of my students individually!
I care to know my students ambitions, passions, goals, way of learning and personality in order to minister best to their needs and cultivate efficient progress and accomplishment! I encourage my students in their strengths, while assisting them in their weaknesses! I inspire my students to pursue their dreams, while pouring knowledge and practical application to get them there! I teach all genres of music and specialize in audition and performance preparation. I believe in a strong foundation of proper singing and vocal technique, while not forgetting that music should be a wonderful time! I believe singing and acting should be a joyful experience and one that will be a positive change in your life.

Learning music is a journey. It is a personal, emotional, and intellectual journey that I will accompany my students on. I will set expectations high for my students and how they go about achieving them is part of the journey. This will help students learn who they are and how they can use their voice.
Students will learn basic to advanced music theory, sight reading, pitch matching, breath support, and repertoire from classical to contemporary. Students will be expected to practice outside of lessons as well as in them.

This is what I went to school for! I love teaching voice and helping student's grow. Having performed many times, I know what it's like to grow and learn as a singer!