About
I provide tailored lesson plans for each students’ individual needs. To do this I work with each student to get to the root of their musical goals and then create a lesson plan based on those goals. Every student is different and my passion is taking the time to figure out the best way to assist students in their musical journeys. I have taken voice lessons for over 14 years. I have been a songwriter my whole life and have played piano for many years. For more information on my background go to https://www.jacquelinesavageau.com
With vocal lessons, I love helping students to free their natural voice through a combination of easy vocal and breathing exercises that should be repeated and worked with often to help the techniques become habit. I want you to become the most fully embodied performer possible and that always starts with a healthy foundation of basics in my opinion!
With songwriting, I love to help students express themselves using their own words and ideas! I want to help you craft your own musical story. Songwriting is my passion and I would love to share that passion with you.
With piano, I can help you as a beginner or intermediate player by learning basic music theory and technique.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
My typical process would be to first identify the student's goals for taking lessons and then map out a lesson plan based around those goals. I will also take the time to learn the students strengths and weaknesses and identify the best ways to help the student develop their weak areas and continue to strengthen the skills they already possess!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I graduated in 2018 with a Bachelor of Arts in Theater Arts from Clark University in Worcester, Massachusetts! I have studied singing and vocal for 14 years with teachers Brenda Thompson, Silvia Irving, Julie Krugman, and Marishka Wierzbicki. I also participated in a semester long study-away program at The American Conservatory Theater in San Francisco, CA where I studied Voice & Diction, acting, and physical theater. My main area of expertise is in Musical Theater. I have acted and sang in 10 productions, my favorite role being Eponine in Les Miserables! I have recently begun studying Contemporary Comercial Music and Pop! I'm excited to continue learning alongside my students!
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Singing: $60/hour, $40/ half hour
Songwriting: $60/hour, $40/half hour
Piano: $50/hour, $30/half hour
How did you get started teaching?
Began teaching to my friends and then began using Lessons.com!
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with folks in middle school, high school, and adults.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
My original song "I am Enough" was featured on an NPR blog post for the most recent Tiny Desk Concert Competition! Check out the article here: https://www.npr.org/sections/allsongs/2019/04/11/711066307/here-are-the-tiny-desk-contest-entries-we-cant-stop-watching-this-week
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Find out your prospective teachers' background and past experience. Have an intitial conversation/lesson with that teacher to be sure they can help you reach your musical goals.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
- What is your goal when deciding to take lessons?
- What aspects of singing/songwriting/piano do you need to work on, what skills do you need to strengthen?
- How much time are you willing to spend on daily practice: daily practice is critical for healthy habit building and steady progression?
- Where is your skill level, what are you comfortable with? What are you not comfortable with?
- What are your curiosities/passions outside of music?
- Do you have any creative outlets besides singing/songwriting/piano?