Top Singing & Voice Lessons in Seattle, WA

Master Your Vocal, Emotional, and Presentation Techniques and Material

Become the masterful Singer that you really ARE! Learn to bring out the natural beauty and power of your Voice, and to match your own unique personality and vocal qualities to complementing repertoire in order to show your voice and talents in their best light. We'll develop the repertoire that fits YOU. You'll learn how the Voice works and where it really comes from, and probably be amazed at the almost immediate widening of your vocal range and increased ability to sing long phrases.

We'll polish your audition pieces, and then video them to allow you to see what the judges will be seeing. Then we'll polish them some more as needed!

We'll work on stage appearance, and even on maintaining your "cool" under pressure.

You will learn to overcome self-imposed limitations, and to bring out all those vocal treasures that have been poking at you to let them out for a long time!

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I am happy to take students ranging from the "pitch challenged" to those working on professional recordings.

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

The vocal folds are the core of the sound, and must be given the utmost care and consideration. Proper hydration is essential. They are also muscles, that need strengthening exercises and time for them to change. This will improve your vocal endurance and range. As a highly trained voice teacher, I can hear if the vocal folds are behaving in a healthy and efficient manner. It is essential that your teacher understand how to care for these delicate components of the human voice.

Vocal resonance is how opera singers are heard without amplification. It can be enhanced through awareness and coordination of the various portions of the vocal tract. There are two main components that help magnify the sound. The pharynx, also known as the throat, and the soft palate. Having an open throat and lift soft palate not only help your boost the ...

Every student is unique with their own set of skills, so your lessons will be customized to suit your needs, and to develop your abilities in a personalized way. Lessons are focused and always supportive and encouraging.

Each lesson will begin with vocal warm-ups to prepare your voice to sing songs. We will work together to expand your range and to improve your tone quality, while we also build your repertoire.

Well-versed in many different genres, I will work with you to develop your voice to be able to sing opera, classical music, musical theater, jazz and/or popular music. Which ever style you prefer. Some people may want to take lessons for fun, and others may want to concentrate on preparing for auditions. If your goal is to audition for musical theater or opera productions, or for college music programs, I will help you prepare your songs of choice, and stage your selections in preparation for your auditions. I will work with you to achieve an entire package, helping ...

Javier is a New York City based actor, classically trained tenor, and voice teacher. Originally from Havana, Cuba, he moved to the United States with his family at the age of eight. He grew up in Miami, Florida where he discovered his passion for theatre and singing. In 2015 he moved to New York City to pursue a B.A in Theatre Performance/Musical Theatre at Marymount Manhattan College. Javier currently splits his time working between Miami, FL and New York. As a voice teacher, Javier is passionate and involved. He works with students of all levels across a variety of musical genres. His extensive knowledge of the voice allow him to tailor each lesson to the student's specific needs and vocal style. He is detailed, attentive, and most importantly deeply passionate about vocal technique. He has spent the greater part of his life dedicated to understanding the vocal instrument in order to guide his students on the path to their best voice, regardless of what style of music they sing!

Technique is the key to unlocking your success as a singer. Whether you're a pop star, rocker, rapper, belter, or screamer, a solid foundation and support system will increase your performance potential to their peaks. If you choose to work with me, I will help you achieve your goals by designing a lesson plan and strategy for you. I will teach you what you want to know and use your musical tastes to do it. This is a more general class, so I will be aiming to expand your exposure to new music and expand your general technique. Contact me to talk about your music preferences, goals, and to set up your first lesson.