About
I have a BA in Music at UCLA and worked on a Masters in Vocal Performance at WSU. I toured nation-wide with a folk rock group and sang as a soloist while performing in front of thousands. My approach to teaching is unique, in that I offer classical training to build the voice while at the same time making the lessons fun and appropriate to the age and skill of my students. My students sing everything from opera to pop and rock. I also offer expert coaching for performance and auditions, since I directed musical theater for seven years. I also give my students the opportunity to perform before a live audience twice a year in Santa Monica at the MLK Recital Hall. Each showcase is unique and has a theme. Most recently a former student, Lana Condor, is starring in a Netflix movie" To All the Boys I've Loved Before". Very proud of her accomplishment. She truly gained a lot of confidence in studying voice with me.
I love helping each student discover notes they didnt know they have and a power that amazes them. I also love seeing the personal growth this training brings. I teach people of all ages, from 5 to 90's including Sylvester Stallone's mother who is going on 98!!
I also love helping my singer/songwriter students hone their skills.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Initial evaluation. Find out goals and how I can help the student achieve them. Go over the basics of singing including proper breath support and how to grow your range and power. The student would pick a song and use it an an exercise , achieving progress through some fabulous vocal exercises.
The student would get expert coaching on performance, esp preparation for auditions. Also preparing to perform in my two showcases a year in Santa Monica recital hall.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
BA in Music at UCLA. Masters in Vocal Performance at WSU. Toured nationally with folk rock group. Studying BelCanto method for 7 years. Have performed everything from opera to musical theater to pop and country. 35 years teaching experience .On the teaching faculty at Santa Monica Music Center.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
My basic pricing is $70 per hour. I offer packages of four at a 10 per cent discount or eight lessons ata 15 per cent discount. These can be 30 minutes , 45 minutes or an hour. Also for new students I offer a 50 per cent discount. That's an evaluation and hour lesson for $35!!
How did you get started teaching?
I developed my vocal studio when raising two children and wanted to work from home. I love the results I got from my wonderful teacher and love to pas on those treasures to others.
What types of students have you worked with?
A wide variety of students. Ages 5 to 65! Some want to sing for their own enjoyment some had ambitions in the industry some preparing for an audition in a musical play at school. I recently helped a student with her audition for a lead in Mamma Mia at her performing arts school. I was very proud when she got the lead in Mamma Mia what a wonderful victory for her and my method