Opera Voice Lessons in Seattle, WA. Amazing Teachers.

You can learn to sing almost any style of music, and OPERA is no exception. Once we find your real voice and teach it how to come out in full, resonant, well modulated tones. then you can use that vocal power to sing any style of music that you love and want to study. Operatic singing is more of a mindset than a "natural gifting". Granted that the operatic repertoire makes exciting demands on the voice, vocal/physical/emotional stamina, and acting ability, but those are all learned skills that other mere mortals have learned and mastered with a little help from coaches and mentors like me, who have learned them from others who have paid their dues in this wonderful profession, and been willing to pass them on to aspiring singers. All too often those hopefuls have been told that only a few "specially gifted ones" can ever attain to such heights, and thus ensues a lifetime of unfulfilled dreams. DARE TO DREAM! If you've ever even thought about it, you're "IT" ...tagged!, so let's do it!

I do require that my in-person voice students show proof of vaccination or we will conduct lessons via my no contact setup on my covered porch.

Operatic Singing includes Classical Voice Training, Acting, and Language Coaching. As a working professional in this field I offer the most up to techniques based science.

Alignment is the basis a great technique. Each person is different, and knowing how to help them release unwanted tension is critical.

Vocal resonance is how opera singers are heard without amplification. Having an open throat and lifting the soft palate not only help your boost the harmonic spectrum of you voice, but also prevents you from pushing or over-singing.

The articulators, the lips and tongue, must be trained independently through exercises that coordinate awareness and motor skill.

The most important part of the voice is emotion. Anyone can sing words, but if you don't know what they mean or how to express them they become nothing but ...

35 + yrs playing/teaching experience
Classical
Fun mixed with work

“I was blown away by the things you were saying - and feel as if Amanda learned in that one hour more than she’s learned in a year of voice/piano! I only wish we had known you a year ago! Your enthusiasm, experience and passion are amazing!
— Kathy Horrigan, Parent

If you are looking to keep the music going during this shutdown, consider online singing lessons!

I've taught singing for over a decade and I direct singing groups ranging from elementary, middle, and high school through young adults and senior citizens.

Nothing makes me happier than helping a singer become more confident and expressive in their voice.

I've been teaching students around the world over video chat for years, and while it's not the same as in-person, there are many advantages.

Due to the shutdown, my schedule has opened up considerably and I have many openings for new students.

Ease of scheduling and lack of travel are obviously a bonus, but one of the big advantages to online lessons is you get ...

Classically trained, I know how to explain technique, breathing, and expression to people young to old. I'm great for if you are a beginner or if you have been around and want to expand your singing and performance.

Hello! I graduated in 2020 with my music education degree, taught a year in a public school, and decided that private lessons are my favorite! Learning with me will be an individualized experience focused on training your voice to do what you want it to, as well as getting the most out of your natural abilities. We'll learn good practicing techniques, how to keep your voice safe and avoid strain, and how to find YOUR sound.