Pamela Thomas Vocal Studio

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About

If you are looking for a teacher with knowledge and experience, who offers a safe, positive and supportive environment - contact me!

I have over 30 years experience in singing and teaching, including 30 years with New York City Opera.

I can help you learn to sing correctly and beautifully as well as help you discover how to connect with and move your audience.

Learn to sing with confidence! Contact me at:

[email protected]

or look at my website: divapamela.com

Highlights

1 employee

24 years in business

Serves New York , NY

Payment methods

Cash, Check, Zelle

Specialties

Musical styles

I can make recommendations, Classical, Opera, Musical theater

Years experience

Student has no formal training, Student has 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

60 minutes

Student's age

14 – 18 years old, 19 – 25 years old, 26 – 45 years old, 46 – 65 years old, Over 65 years old

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Frequently asked questions

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

My teaching is based on the Swedish-Italian School and I use specific exercises for specific vocal needs. I know these exercises work because I've used them myself!

In an hour lesson I usually spend about half the time working my students through the exercises (and explaining what they do) and about half the time working on repertory.

If the student has an upcoming performance or audition - then we spend more time on the repertory.

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

I have a Bachelor of Music in Voice from Stetson University, DeLand, Florida.

I have a Masters of Music in Voice from Manhattan School of Music, NYC, NY

I have 30 years experience at New York City Opera - real time, stage experience.

I have over 8 years of study in acting, working with one of the top acting/directing teachers in New York.

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

For a 1 hour lesson I charge $65. I often offer a "get to know you" price of $55 for the first three lessons.

How did you get started teaching?

I have always taught in some way or another. My most recent focus on teaching came about because my voice teacher, David Jones, is an amazing "teacher of teachers" and holds teaching seminars all over the world. He encouraged me to teach more and I'm certainly glad I took his advice.

What types of students have you worked with?

I work with students from beginner to advanced in most genres: classical, opera, Broadway, and pop. I feel strongly that the technique of singing is the same, no matter what genre you sing in. The styles are different, for sure. But technique is technique.

Describe a recent event you are fond of.

I have participated in (and continue to do so) a concert/drama called "Defiant Requiem", conceived and conducted by a good friend and outstanding conductor/teacher, Murry Sidlin. This is the story of prisoners at the concentration camp called Terezin, learning and performing the Verdi Requiem as a way to defy the Nazis. I have sung all over Europe and in NYC and Washington DC in this concert/drama and it has been a thrilling and truly moving experience. If you would like more information on this amazing organization please check out the following websites: www.defiantrequiem.org or murrysidlin.com

What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?

I encourage you to read this interview I gave to Thumbtack.com where I discuss how to find the "right" instructor. Here's the link:

https://www.thumbtack.com/blog/singing-lessons/

Services offered

Singing