About
I am a college Music Professor with over 18 years teaching in Higher Education. I have a background in BOTH Musical Theatre and Classical singing and vocal technique. In addtion, I have extensive experience with recording and live music performance. I focus much of my teaching in the area of science-based vocal pedagogy and encourage excellence in both performance and musicianship. The majority of my students are professional or pre-professional. I specialize in training singers and preparing them for professional work. I also coach students through the college audition process for Musical Theatre, Pop and Classical programs. I have a solid record of success with students gainings admission to some of the most prestigious programs in the country including NYU, USC, Berklee College of Music, Westminster Choir College, and Bard.
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Able to read music
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
We talk over the phone to establish whether it is a good fit. If I have space in my studio and it seems like a match, we schedule a consultation and go from there. If I am not a good fit for a client, I offer referrals to other REPUTABLE instructors in the area who could better suit the needs of the student. The goal for me is always to offer the best fit for each student/situation and that is not always in my studio.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
B.M. in Vocal Performance (and pedagogy training) from Westminster Chour College
M.M. in Vocal Arts from USC
Member National Association of Teachers of Singing, ASCAP, The Recording Academy, Pi Kappa Lambda
Acting training at the Stella Adler Conservatroy of Acting through NYU.
Studies with Seth Riggs (Speech Level Singing pop and Musical Theatre Technique)
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Email me for current rates and policies
How did you get started teaching?
I started teaching voice while in Graduate School at USC and continued teaching in Higher Ed post grad. I have held facutly posts at USC, Pepperdine and currently at California Lutheran University.
What types of students have you worked with?
Professional, Pre-professional, College, College-Prep (High School). Musical Theatre, Classical, Pop and Contemporary styles.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Do your homework and make sure your perspective teachers are qualified. They should AT MINIMUM have a bachelors degree in Music with specific training in Vocal Pedagogy (this is the scientific study of voice including anatomy and physiology).
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Know your goals going in and be sure that you are comfortable with the teacher that you choose. You want to be confident that your chosen teacher can help you meet your goals.