Chesterfield, VA Singing Lessons

I have been teaching piano, voice, guitar, and songwriting for over 10 years, and my students have gotten into music schools such as Berklee College of Music and Celia Cruz Music High School in the Bronx. Other accomplishments include wonderful performances, even from the shyest students, at Summer and Winter Recitals, building bands and performing regularly, being cast in Cirque du Soleil and off-Broadway shows, and becoming teachers themselves.
Within the first lesson you be will playing/singing and reading music, and as times goes by you will be able to choose your favorite songs to learn and perform. I specialize in several styles of piano (jazz, improvisation, classical), guitar (fingerpicking, acoustic), singing (all genres), and songwriting (jazz, contemporary). I offer recording sessions anytime during our lessons, which is extremely helpful for singing and songwriting students.
I don’t use one set of books – I tailor our lesson goals and needs to every student. Not every ...

With over 10 years teaching and performance experience, I can help you sing your favorite styles authentically, without strain and fatigue! My teaching is very much influenced by my certification in Somatic Voicework™ The Lovetri Method. It is a body-based method of vocal training which is based upon voice science and medicine, traditional classical training, and various bodywork approaches. If you're struggling in a particular area of your voice, I can help you work through those issues. I've worked with hundreds of singers, from beginners to aspiring artists, and I'm excited about helping you reach your goals!

Lessons are tailored to each individual student and their goals! As a professional musician and artist with years of teaching experience I can help you get to the next level.

I spent many years singing vocal jazz under the mentorship of Paris Rutherford-professor Emeritus UNT. Most recently with The New Collection in Dallas, Tx.
I can help you interpret, sing, phrase, stylize, and understand what jazz singing is!

I have been teaching Voice and Singing Lessons for 10 years and have performed in many different styles and venues. I instruct students from a classical style of singing to Broadway and Pop styles. I approach lessons from a classical and safe manner and help coach the student in ear training, and proper singing methods to protect the throat and vocal chords. I adjust my methods to each student to make a truly individualized experience for each singer. I plan professional student shows though out the year to give each student a practical application to their instruction!

No matter where you are starting from, I will take you where you want to go with your voice.

A Grammy award winning singer, Colleen has been teaching voice for over 10 years. She utilizes classical technique to train artists who perform both classical and commercial styles of music, including classical and opera, musical theater, R&B, pop, gospel, rock, alternative, country, musical theater and jazz.

She has been trained by the best teachers in the music industry.
Trained in contemporary technique by Seth Riggs, vocal coach to Michael Jackson. Colleen also studies with Linda Septien, vocal coach to Beyonce, Jessica and Ashlee Simpson, Demi Levato, Ryan Cabrera, Kidz Bop, Miley Cyrus and many more top stars.

Colleen has been trained in classical technique by Sherri Greenawald, director of the award winning San Francisco Opera’s Merola program.

Colleen performs throughout the bay area with Prime Time A Cappella, a seven person award winning pop and jazz a cappella group..

I have been teaching voice lessons for 12 years and have a master's degree in vocal pedagogy. I tailor lessons and song selections to your goals and needs as a singer. I place high emphasis on healthy vocal production, whether you belt musical theater, sing opera, or wail on rock ballades. With me, you will find efficient use of your body as your instrument, while learning to express your interpretation of your music. Message me to see if we might be a good fit!

My singing lessons are developed from a wide variety of performing experiences and music education background. I have been teaching voice for 12 years and specialize in opera. I have performed in various countries in Europe and taught in the United States and abroad. I hold degrees from Duquesne University and the Royal Conservatoire Of Scotland. I hope to work with your talent soon!

My students will learn the keys to a healthy, vibrant sound! I teach my students important and personalized vocal techniques and nuances that fit their range, style and skill set. My students will be able to produce a healthy, resonant and unique sound that fits their musical interests and personal strengths as a singer. I will guide them in choosing music and vocal literature that compliments them while appeasing their musical tastes and preferred genres. I will encourage them not only in the physical act of singing, but also the act of performing- as portraying the character or expressing an emotion is just as important as a beautiful voice! We will also dive into the important basics, such as breathing technique and exploring the vocal anatomy, as well as approaching more advanced topics about the singing voice, in order to make them a more well-rounded and knowledgable vocalist.