Katherine Mallon-Day Voice Studio

Katherine Mallon-Day Voice Studio

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A versatile voice is a healthy voice. Regardless of the musical style in which one sings, my goal is to balance healthy singing with expressive singing, to find the inner meaning and emotion in the music and to help the singer find in his/her voice the means to express that meaning. I believe that a good teacher is also an active performer, as well as an advocate for her students. I strive to offer a supportive and challenging environment.

There is nothing better than hearing something beautiful and expressive emerging from a singing student, and to feel that I helped the singer find it. I enjoy the one-on-one learning environment, the opportunity to focus on that person's needs and to help him/her make music an integral part of life.


Highlights

Hired 1 time
Serves Paoli , PA

Payment methods

Cash, Check, Venmo

Details

Musical styles

I can make recommendations, Classical, Jazz, Pop, R&B, Rap, Country, Opera, Musical theater, Gospel

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, Student cannot read music

Lesson length

30 minutes, 45 minutes, 60 minutes

Student's age

11 – 13 years old, 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

When we first meet, I like to begin with some gentle glides and simple scale patterns to loosen up the voice and get the singer used to the room and me.  We may discuss some concepts about relaxing and discovering a more efficient breathing process.  I usually invite the new student to sing something s/he is comfortable singing (can be acappella), just to let him/her show me how s/he expresses a song.  We might also use something familiar like "America, the Beautiful."

I have a BA in Music from the University of Pennsylvania, a Teaching Certificate in Music from Temple University and two Masters in Music (Vocal Performance and Music History) from Temple University.  I have been teaching in my home studio and at Settlement Music School in Philadelphia for about thirty years.

My fees are $40/30 minutes; $50/45 minutes; $60/60 minutes.

When I was in graduate school, my voice teacher recommended me to replace his wife (also a voice teacher) at Settlement Music School.  It was a good fit, and I have enjoyed working with voice students of all ages and musical experiences ever since.

I have students who are in late elementary school through high school, as well as adults ranging from early twenties through eighties!  Yes, one can still improving singing abilities in later years.  With these students we have worked on classical, musical theatre, jazz, pop, folk and rock musical styles.  I have students who are working toward careers in vocal performance and musical theatre, as well as those who want to improve their singing for personal satisfaction, to join a choir, or regain some lost vocal flexibility.

Throughout the year, I invite small groups of my students of similar age to my home studio for  "Sing-in," an informal opportunity for them to share what they have been working on and to gain experience in performing, i.e. memorizing, dealing with nerves, expressing the meaning and feeling of a piece.  We also work on duets to help them sing with others successfully.  During one of these Sing-ins, one of my students sang a trio with her two young daughters.  It was delightful!

Take more than one lesson before making your decision whether the teacher is a good fit.  The first lesson involves so much about getting acquainted not only with the student's voice, but also personality, goals, fears, etc.  It takes a while to see what the teacher has to offer.  Take some relevant questions to the first lesson; think of it as a bit of an interview.

What am I happy with about my voice?

Where do I feel most vulnerable; what do I hope to gain from lessons?

How much am I willing to commit to practicing to make the skills become habits?

What do I want to do with my singing (enjoying singing in the shower is a valid goal!)?


Services offered

Singing