As a voice teacher, I aim to cultivate a deep respect for the artistry of music-making and ignite passion for the journey of becoming an artist. In my studio, artists will explore their musical interests and collaboratively identify their vocal strengths and weaknesses.
Lessons include developing vocal coordination across all registers and dynamics, mastering rehearsal preparation, stage-crafting techniques, and exploring music theory and history.
Open-Door Policy & Communication
Our studio has an open-door policy, welcoming guardians of youth artists to attend and participate in lessons, including repertoire selection. All communication regarding youth artists will go through the guardian directly. Preferred method: text/call 563.581.8422.
Trial Lesson
Prospective students can expect a 45-minute trial appointment where they should prepare 1-2 songs and bring two copies of the lyrics and/or sheet music. Trial lessons cost $35.00 and must be paid at the time of booking to secure the spot. During the trial appointment, we will discuss vocal goals, studio expectations & policies, and have a 25-30 minute lesson. Trial Lessons are non-refundable and require 24-hr notice to reschedule.
If both teacher & student decide to continue, future lessons will be scheduled.
Essential Materials
1. Practical Theory Complete
2. Notebook & Pencil w/eraser
3. 3-Ring Binder
Attendance Expectations & Cancelation Policy
In our vocal studio, artists have the option of weekly 45-minute or 60-minute lessons. Please arrive early, as lesson end times are firm.
There's a 24hr cancellation policy due to limited availability.
Lessons canceled without 24hr notice via text/call to 563.581.8422 are considered missed with no make-up available.
Lessons canceled with 24hr notice may be eligible for a make-up based on availability and teacher discretion.
Payment
Lessons are paid in advance on a monthly basis and are non-refundable. Payments can be made via Venmo, CashApp, Cash, or Check.
Lesson Rates
45-Minute Lessons are $35.00/lesson
60-Minute Lessons are $45.00/lesson
APP Recommendations
Tunable
(Chromatic Tuner, Tone Generator, Metronome, Practice Session Recording)
Ella
(Sight Singing App: Voice Pitch Analyzer & Trainer)
Tenuto
(Written Music Theory App: Music Theory Tools)
EarPeggio
(Aural Music Theory App: Ear Training Game)
Chet
(Aural Music Theory App: Ear Training Game)
forScore
(Virtual Song Portfolio for Sheet Music)
Anytune Pro+
(Virtual Music Practice APP)
BOOKS
Complete Vocal Fitness, A Singer’s Guide to Physical Training, Anatomy, and Biomechanics
by Claudia Friedlander
The Naked Voice, A Wholistic Approach to Singing
by W. Stephen Smith with Michael Chipman
The Diagnosis & Correction of Vocal Faults, a manual for teachers of singing & for choir Directors
by James C. McKinney
Practical Theory Complete, A Self-instruction Music Theory Course
by Sandy Feldstein
Acting Techniques for Opera
by Lizbeth Abeyta Lucca
Song, A Guide to Art Song Style and Literature
by Carol Kimball
Art Song, Linking Poetry and Music
by Carol Kimball