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Aria is one of the most patient and understanding people that I have ever met. While studying voice with her, we have worked on a variety of pieces written in English, French, German, Italian and Latin. Textual interpretation was a key component in learning these pieces and allowed me to truly connect with the music. Learning to sing with legato phrasing was an additional component that is just as important since singing a musical line in a graceful, connected style also truly connects one to the music. Our vocal pedagogy has included: how proper singing technique is accomplished, intervallic accuracy, line phrasing, breath control, articulation, diction, vowel shape and range extension. We have also worked on implementing the technique of appoggio breathing. Keeping your chest high is important when singing softly because there must be no relaxation of the tension in the abdominal muscles. When it comes to tonal quality, Aria has also worked with me on resonance so I am able to sing with a quality of sound that is deep, full and reverberating. Music has always been an important part of my life and I am grateful to have Aria as my vocal coach in order to further develop my voice.

Very kind and uplifting personality. Lessons personal and tailored just to you!

Aria is not only a highly skilled musician, she also has a high level of emotional intelligence and compassion which makes her a joy to work with. Her teaching, for me, was fruitful for the mind and the soul.

Aria is an excellet teacher. She not only loves music, but understands it. She quite talented at sharing that knowledge with her students, helping them to grow musically. She is great with scheduling--accommodating extra lessons as necessary and able. Her work with my daughter is stellar. She has helped her prepare for multiple auditions and performances. I highly recommend her.

She pushes me! It’s because she knows I can do it and knows I’m up for the challenge. I she also uses our time very wisely. She’s very helpful when it comes to learning brand new material, especially when I’m struggling with it (French German, etc).

Aria also is open to many ideas her students have as well as music selections.

Her way of coaching and guide shows her passion for both sacred and secular music! I’d recommend Dr Aria in a heartbeat :)

My voice teacher is a natural teacher who also has a great depth of knowledge. As a 70 year old singer, I wanted to keep singing my best. Aria has identified any problems, and strengths and weaknesses and has the right exercises and song choices that play to those. I am very happy about my choice of AriaSound as my vocal coach and studio.