Baker Voice And Piano Studio

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About

I have a great deal of experience working with teenagers to adults. I have coached many singers to prepare them for auditions in theater, but also teach general vocal technique and both beginning and advanced vocal skills. My knowledge of repertoire is extensive.

In addition to teaching music K-12, I taught conducting and voice at Aquinas College, and directed three vocal ensembles. In the late 1980s, I competed in a state-wide university based vocal competition, and placed first in the adult category.

I have many years of experience in church music ministry as well, and developed worship teams in addition to directing traditional choirs.

i love teaching both piano and voice! I was a music educator for many years, and continue to serve as the assistant director of the Grand Rapids Women’s Chorus in addition to my private teaching. I love the individual personalities of my students, and enjoy working with all of them. Each singer is unique and deserves an individualized approach!

Highlights

Hired 2 times

Serves Grand Rapids , MI

Specialties

Years experience

No formal training, No formal training; some self-taught experience, 0 – 2 years experience, 2 – 4 years experience, 4+ years of experience

Able to read music

Student can read music

Lesson length

30 minutes, 45 minutes, 60 minutes

Student's age

5 – 10 years old, 11 – 13 years old, 14 – 18 years old, 19 – 25 years old, 26 – 45 years old, 46 – 65 years old, Over 65 years old

Student has instrument

Students who have a piano, Students who have a keyboard

Interested musical styles

Classical, Pop

Photos and videos

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Frequently asked questions

What is your typical process for working with a new student?

I establish goals, inquire about experience, and begin with or review the basic building blocks of good piano technique.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

I have a BS degree from the University of Wisconsin that included an area of concentration in music.

I acquired a second bachelor’s degree in vocal performance from Aquinas College.

I did graduate work in voice at Western Michigan University, where I studied with Marian Pratnicki.

I earned a masters in the Art of Teaching while employed in the Forest Hills Public School system. I taught for nearly 25 years, and ended my teaching career as a middle school choir director at FH Northern Middle School.

Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.

currently I charge $25 per half hour.

How did you get started teaching?

I began teaching immediately after I graduated from the University of Wisconsin. Years later, after getting my Vocal performance degree from Aquinas College and completing my teacher certification requirements, I student taught in Forest Hills and was hired for the following school year.

Services offered

Piano

Singing