About
I offer a "boutique" music lesson experience with special attention to each student's individual needs and goals-you are not just another number in a large music school.
My education (three degrees in Piano Performance from USC, plus years of vocal study), performance experience (international tours as an accompanist) and teaching experience (both university and private) give me a unique perspective. I am also involved in theatre, which gives depth to my coaching.
I use technology to work on both the audio and visual aspects of performance. Lessons are structured to include both technique and repertoire. I also offer Skype lessons for long distance clients.
Re: singing lessons, I combine the functions of three separate professionals: voice teacher, accompanist, and coach. It costs a lot less to hire one professional instead of three!
Please see my 37 5-star reviews on www.pianovoice.me.
I look forward to working with you!
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I first ask them to sing or play something, to assess their level. If they've never sung or played before, that's OK! We also have a conversation regarding their musical goals. Once we begin training, I use technology to work on both the audio and visual aspects of performance.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
My BM, MM and DMA degrees are in Piano Performance from USC. I also studied voice with noted USC professors. As a choral accompanist (university and community choirs) I've toured Europe, Canada and Australia.
Being involved in theatre, I also emphasize the dramatic aspects of interpretation and stage deportment.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
60 minutes=$120, 45 minutes=$90. 30 minutes=$60 (recommended only for children; it's really too short of a time for adults to cover both technique and repertoire). I recommend that students take one lesson (paid separately) in order to try it out; after that, payment is due on the first lesson of the month, for the month.
What types of students have you worked with?
All ages and levels of piano (Classical) and voice (Classical and Broadway), plus vocal coaching and accompanying. I recently began teaching sight-reading classes. I also specialize in audition preparation.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Recently two of my students received scholarships; one was accepted into grad school at NYU, the Old Vic, ACT and Juilliard. He’s going to Juilliard on a scholarship. He’s an actor who had never sung before studying with me.
I also coached a 13-year old in FL (by Skype) to prepare audition songs. He received a full Fine Arts scholarship to a private HS. He had never sung before our lessons.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
The worth of music--it's not a "frill" or "add-on" but a deep human need.