Samantha R
5.0
(7)
Instruments: Voice
Styles: Classical, Pop, Musical Theater, Opera
Samantha R
5.0
(7)
Instruments: Voice
Styles:
Classical, Pop, Musical Theater, Opera
Where I Teach:
Ages Taught: 6-80
I have always been a student of the world. I am exceedingly curious, driven by my love of learning and philosophy that you should never stop learning. Through 10 Plus years of private lessons, training at West Valley College, my personal experience as a Performer, and my insightful nurturing approach to learning, I am an Ideal teacher for Kids, Teens, Beginning Adults. I’ve been singing for as long as I can remember. At this point, I can’t imagine doing anything else - singing and teaching are my greatest passions! I have been preforming in musical theatre since the age of 5 and have many opportunities in both the bay area and New York.
My teaching experience has been with All About Theatre Company since 2017. Teaching Kids-Teens how to sing, dance and act. I have been teaching private voice for the least year over zoom since the pandemic. Encouraging regular practice and developing a personal vocal exercise routine for every student is something I do for every student, every voice is unique so there is no one size fits all here. I help encourage a students passion in the area of music they are interested in while exposing them to other genres that might help them achieve there vocal goals. If a student isn't having fun in their lessons, then I'm not doing my job! My students are encouraged to enter competitions, recitals and audition for community musicals, so they can feel good about their accomplishments and stay motivated to learn. I'm always looking to bring on new students of all ages!
For beginning students who are children, I typically start with Hal Leonard's Essential Elements , kids musical theatre collection and daffodil, violets and snowflakes. We work on Breath control, pitch and tone resonance, diction, and reading music Once the student has progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I will begin to introduce solo repertoire appropriate for their first recital performance. For adults, I try to find out what the student is interested in, and guide my instruction accordingly to keep the lessons engaging and fun, no matter their ability level. Other things I work on with students are audition coaching, expanding reptiore, acting through song, overcoming audition anxiety, building dream roles and so much more
Learn to sing with balance, ease, power, and connection. Develop a personalized vocal exercise routine that addresses your needs, and watch your voice progress to new heights. Prepare your auditions so that you can feel confident on the big day, knowing you've done the work. Overcome performance anxiety, and allow your talent and skill to shine through. With a foundation of healthy technique, find a voice that is uniquely yours. Tackle any genre, build repertoire that's a perfect fit for you, and embrace what makes you YOU! When working on musical theatre songs, dive into character work and acting techniques that honestly connect you to your material in lasting ways. Acting THROUGH songs
Emily P.
Samantha is such a joy to work with! She is very experienced, knowledgeable, and patient. She takes the time to understand my needs as a student and performer, and invests herself in the material I bring to her. Samantha is an excellent coach, performer, and mentor!
Lauren
One of my many favorite things about lessons with Samantha is that she allows me to branch out and work on a variety of different styles and techniques! She understands my vocal issues and helps me build on the weaker parts with so much care and patience! She’s also an amazing confidant, always positive and kind, and has given me lots of helpful college audition advice!
Nick
Samantha has been a huge help and resource for me during the college audition process. She has guided me in developing and connecting to my pieces, and overall making sure I am as prepared as I can possibly be! I’m so thankful that we could get through this hectic process together, I don’t know where I’d be without her!
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