Susan S. says, "I studied under Rogelio under a different school, prior to Academia Phonation Foundation.
I signed up for voice lessons September 2019, in preparation for returning to a choir. I don’t play the piano and was concerned I’d struggle learning music on my own. I hesitated as the school seemed geared toward children but was assured, they also had adult students.
The first evening I met with Rogelio I was immediately put at ease. He was eager to ensure I felt comfortable and got what I needed from our weekly lessons. We worked together weekly both focusing on my choir music trouble spots but also taking the time to find my solo voice. Unfortunately, we only had 5 months of in-person learning until COVID shutdown not only the school but my choir.
I hesitated to continue voice lessons but decided to give virtual learning a try. That turned out to be a great decision and Rogelio was very patient with the process. He pushed me out of my comfort zone and had me work on solo pieces I would never have dreamed of otherwise. I spent the summer learning “Oh Thou That Tellest Good Tidings” and “But Who May Abide the Day of His Coming” from Handel’s Messiah.
I am selfishly sad to know I will not be working with him much longer, but I’m excited for him to have new opportunities. It has been a blessing to work with him and I’m a better musician for it.
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