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Types of Lessons
Types of Lessons
Voice: Private 1-on-1
Voice: Private 1-on-1
Personalized, one-on-one voice lessons tailored to your unique needs and goals. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced singer, these lessons focus on vocal technique, musicality, and performance skills in a supportive and goal-oriented environment.
Alto Saxophone: Private 1-on-1
Alto Saxophone: Private 1-on-1
Surprise! I also play the alto saxophone.
Focused, personalized saxophone lessons designed to build foundational skills. These sessions emphasize tone production, basic technique, and tuning, providing you with the tools to improve your sound and play with greater control and precision.
Rates and Packages
Rates and Packages
Voice Lessons
Voice Lessons
Half Hour ~ $40
Half Hour ~ $40
A 30-minute lesson is great for a focused, efficient session, covering one or two key areas such as basic technique, short repertoire, or specific skills. Expect a more concise approach, ideal for students looking to work on specific issues or with limited time.
Forthy-Five ~ $50
Forthy-Five ~ $50
A 45-minute lesson provides a bit more time for a balanced approach, allowing for both technical work and more detailed exploration of repertoire. Expect to dive into multiple aspects of your musical development, with time to refine technique and expand your musical skills.
Hour ~ $60
Hour ~ $60
An hour-long lesson allows for in-depth work on technique, repertoire, and performance preparation. Expect to focus on broader goals, refine your overall musicianship, and apply what you've learned to more advanced pieces or techniques, with ample time for feedback and application.
Alto Saxophone Lessons
Alto Saxophone Lessons
Half Hour ~ $30
Half Hour ~ $30
Same as 30-minute voice lesson description above.
Forty-Five ~ $40
Forty-Five ~ $40
Same as 45-minute voice lesson description above.
Hour ~ $50
Hour ~ $50
Same as 60-minute voice lesson description above.
Payment Schedule Options
Payment Schedule Options
Package 1 ~ Weekly
Package 1 ~ Weekly
To make lessons more accessible and manageable, we offer a convenient weekly payment plan. Payments are due before each lesson to ensure your spot is secured. This allows you to pay in smaller, more regular installments while staying on track with your musical progress. Please note that lessons cannot begin without prior payment.
Package 2 ~ Monthly
Package 2 ~ Monthly
The monthly payment plan offers flexibility and convenience for consistent lessons. Payments are due at the beginning of each month, covering all scheduled lessons. This plan helps streamline your commitment; lessons will not be conducted without payment. Also, there is a slight reduction in per-lesson.
The initial lesson is only $25! And it is scheduled for 60 minutes with a meeting included!
What to Expect
What to Expect
Lesson Structure
Lesson Structure
Typically Structure of Voice Lessons
Typically Structure of Voice Lessons
Warm-Ups
Technical Work
Repertoire
Musicality and Performance Practice
Wrap-Up and Feedback
Keep in mind that the skills listed below can't be mastered in a single lesson. Developing them takes time and consistent effort, and it's up to the student to help guide the focus based on their individual goals and interests.
Technical Skills
Technical Skills
Breathing
Phonation
Posture & Alignment
Diction
Style (dependent upon the piece)
Meaning of Compisitions
Music Literacy
Music Literacy
Learning how to read music
Stylistic expectations are there for different composers and artists
Artistic Interpreations
Artistic Interpreations
Being able to display different emotions while performing
Language and Diction Skills
Language and Diction Skills
Learning how to work with vowels:
Open versus closed
Vowel modification
Differences between spoken and sung vowels
Learning how to work with consonants
Single versus double consonants
Approaches to make specific constants easier to sing
Differneces between spoken and sung consonants
Healthy Vocal Habits
Healthy Vocal Habits
Keep in mind this section is about personal advice, not medical advice from doctors
Dietary habits
Exercise habits
Sleeping havits
Performance Preparation
Performance Preparation
Memorization of pieces
Understanding the emotional meaning of compositions
Application of those emotions
Exercises include:
Mental practice
Working in front of a mirror
Expectations of the Student
Expectations of the Student
Expectations from the Teacher
Expectations from the Teacher
Commitment to come to your voice lesson each week
Making time to practice between lessons
For your own benefit as well as to be as productive as possible during voice lessons
Having a respectful and kind attitude
Willingness to learn and grow upon your skills
Growth Mindset
Growth Mindset
Your voice does not change drastically in a week. It takes time for it to grow.
Ways to help grow include:
Knowing what you want to work on each week
Focusing on areas that are causing challenges during practice
Reaching out when you need help
Being open to constructive criticism
Listen to different artists and analyze what they are doing
Vocally
Physically
Emotionally
Open Communication
Open Communication
Share your goals, challenges, and interests to help guide the focus of your lessons.
Email or text when callenations or opportunities arise.
For students under 18: A parent or guardian should be included in the communication loop. This ensures that everyone is aligned on scheduling, lesson goals, and progress. Open communication between the student, teacher, and parent/guardian helps create a supportive learning environment.
Self-Care and Vocal Health
Self-Care and Vocal Health
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