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Singing with Val K.

Chicago, Illinois

4.9
(42)
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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 16-55
Speaks Russian, French, Italian, German
Teaching since 1999
MM Vocal Performance/ Vocal Pedagogy

    Polish your singing with a professional voice teacher and music producer

    I've been teaching singing for over 20 years now and you can check out some of my students' work on my YouTube channel. I've been working with some new and upcoming artists signed by Columbia Records and Warner Brothers!

    Instructor details

    Location:
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    S. Michigan Avenue #
    Teaches Online
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    Teaching Hours

    Wednesday
    4 PM-5 PM
    Friday
    1 PM-3 PM
    Saturday
    4 PM-5 PM
    Sunday
    3 PM-5 PM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $35
    45 minutes
    $60
    60 minutes
    $70

    About Val K.

    4.9
    (42)
    My name is Val and I am an expert in teaching voice. I have been enjoying helping singers and musicians for over 15 years and so very proud to have clients who have already climbed to #1 on Billboard charts and are successfully developing their careers with major labels such as Columbia Records and Warner Brothers. Besides teaching voice, I have an extensive expertise in instructing piano, music theory and ear training. I also teach sound production at Harold Washington College, and have experience in orchestration and arrangement using a variety of software like Pro Tools, Cubase, etc... I work with a variety of domestic and international talents, composers, musicians and bands, and help them to further their projects to the new heights. My teaching philosophy is based upon an individual approach. I assist my students with discovering their artistic potential and guide them to overcome obstacles to make the most of their training. I provide my students with the technique that would last them a lifetime and build up skills that are necessary for a successful career. I have established connections in the music industry and keep expanding my networks, so that I can best help my students to find the best platforms for further development of their careers. I welcome motivated students who would dedicate their focus on polishing their craft to the highest standard in a great learning environment! So, whether you are an experienced musician or just in the beginning of your educational journey, I perhaps, can help you to advance you potentials and/or bring your skills to the next level! I am currently based in Chicago, but I have coached and performed in the past in Moscow, Paris, Barcelona, Dubai and New York. I base my technical approach in classical school, while effectively applying it to a wide variety of musical genres including Pop, R&B, JAZZ, Rock, Musical Theatre, and Gospel. *** Lesson Details *** Convenient location, great studio, fun working atmosphere. Online lessons. *** Studio Equipment *** Piano, CD/Tape recorders, Copier/Printer, Stereo and Recording Equipment, Music Library, Internet, Humidifier, Mics and Amplifier, Fridge, Coffee Machine, Fresh-Filtered Water, A/C *** Specialties *** Voice and Vocal Coaching: Pop, Musical Theatre, Classical, JAZZ, Soul, R'N'B, Rock. Theory of Music, Ear-Training, Piano. Sight-Reading Technique, Studio Recording, Russian Classical Repertoire, Russian Diction.
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    4.9
    42 Reviews
    Sabrina
    Teacher's studio
    With Val i don't hap to look no farther Which was a worry for me but no more worry, when i first Saw Val i Know he would be the Coach for me look at that out going face what Stand out is Val know and do Studio and theater per-formance in Person and on-line, before Class i heard Val do a on-line Class i ask him then he told me he Sound great i throught some one else was in his Class as i went in i saw nobody Come out , i throught to my self i want Val to teach me what he teach to that on-line student, what i need is to be able to do a full range voice then Come back into my Chest Voice. my lesson With Val today i see he Can take my Voice where it need to go i did a full range with Val and it was what i was looking for in a Vocal Coach, i have Confident in Val he Know what y're Voice need and With out a doubt he will get u there, ty val
    Posted Aug 28, 2021
    Maurice
    Online
    Has adapted well to my unorthodox & rebellious learning style.... Definitely feeling the support
    Posted May 26, 2020
    Mike
    Teacher's studio
    I'm a beginner and Val was very patient. He started me out with some great basics for me to practice and enforced that I should make it fun!
    Posted Feb 22, 2020
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    Experience

    Voice Teacher and Vocal Coach, Producer

    Jan, 1999 - Present

    Private Studio

    Val's Music Studio helps young artists to master their craft and take it to a professional outlet.

    Education

    MM Vocal Performance/ Vocal Pedagogy

    Jan, 1996 - Dec, 1999

    Roosevelt University

    Awards

    Crescendo Award

    May, 1998

    Bel Canto Competition, Chicago

    Affiliations

    American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers

    Feb, 2009

    The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) is a membership association of more than 480,000 US composers, songwriters, lyricists and music publishers. The ASCAP is committed to nurturing music makers throughout their careers.

    Languages

    German

    Professional Proficiency

    Russian

    Native Proficiency

    French

    Professional Proficiency

    Italian

    Professional Proficiency

    Private Lessons

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