My Rates
35
Recitals Held
I encourage my students to sing in church for a real worship service, or other actual events like Christmas programs and school performaces. Recitals are not a part of my studio at this time.
In-Home Lessons?
No
Education & Training
BM Voice Performance, Wheaton College (IL) Conservatory of Music. MA Voice Performance, Montclair State University where I studied with Teresa Kubiak of the Metroplitan Opera.
Honors & Awards
I sang the role of the Sand Man in Hansel & Gretel at the Easton State Theater. I have sung with the Aspen Music Festival Opera Chorus, and The Wheaton College Concert Choir.
Performance Experience
I am a professional soloist and sing often in church worship services in NY/NJ/ PA/VA/GA/TN/IL/FL. Other events include: solo praise concerts, weddings, funerals, dedications and fund raisers.
Teaching Location
Studio at home
Years Teaching
20
Rate Time Period
per 45 Minutes
References Available?
No
MTNA Certified?
No
Personal Statement
I do not take many students. An audition is required. Mostly I welcome students who have a sincere desire to develop their singing talent for service in the church and further advanced study. I was blessed to have had very good teachers who taught me natural production. Once the voice is freed to sing without tension the real unique sound of each singer can be heard. With free vocal production, a singer can sing any style of music they wish. I sing gospel and pop and enjoy all styles of music, but the basic underlying technique is nourished by classical music studies. I will encourage you to find balance, tonal integrity, and freedom of expression in your singing. My goal has always been to be able to express the passion and or integrity of a piece as it speeks to the heart of the listener. Music is a language, especially for singers who use words. You will learn to use language as musical expression in singing as well.
Newsletter?
Yes
Teacher Type
Individual
Styles Taught
Classical, Other
Levels Taught
Beginner, Intermediate