Voice Lessons Illinois

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Trumpet, Trombone, Ukulele, Recorder, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba, Music, Keyboard, Acoustic Guitar

Hello! My name is Mark and I am excited to be your next vocal coach, instrumental or general music instructor. I graduated from Western Michigan University with a degree in Music Education in 2014. While at WMU I had the privilege to study classical voice and vocal jazz, and even perform in the WMU Bronco Marching Band. Following my graduation I spent a few years performing as a production singer for Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, Illinois, Silver Dollar City in Branson, Missouri, and also for Carnival Cruise Lines. Read More

Instruments: Voice

I have studied vocal performance for many years, and continue to add to my own technique. I have been in many productions and love sharing my knowledge with students. I got my Bachelor of Science degree from Indiana Wesleyan University, and am finishing my Masters of Music at the Chicago College of Performing Arts. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Voice

2014-Girls Rock! Chicago-Beginner’s Guitar Instructor/Intermediate Band Coach   2013-Howard University Concert Choir, Section Leader   2012-2013- SASSY, Howard University Vocal Jazz Group, 1st Soprano, Section Leader     Private Instruction, Vocal Coaching: 2 years for Independent artists of various genres My experience as a teacher is less formal than most, I began consulting my fellow Chicago musicians on their vocal placement, their breath control and annunciation in the studio. However, after an experience teaching young artists with Girls Rock! Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Music

For adults, and older beginners I begin with Piano Adventures for Older Beginners or Adults. I believe teaching theory in tandem with technique is crucial, and have found that my students do best when they understand the theoretical underpinnings of a new work they are learning. VOICE: The voice is my principal instrument and I prefer to take on only serious students no younger than 13. A first lesson always begins with a discussion about how the voice works, how do we sing, and what makes up all the parts of the body engaged in that practice. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Trumpet, Trombone, Bass Guitar, Recorder, Euphonium, French Horn, Keyboard, Acoustic Guitar

I start my students with a single lesson where I gain a knowledge about the student's musical abilities and personality. I don't generally start with a single method book, because I believe that in individual lessons, the methods used should be tailored to fit the student. I will pull from Essential Elements, Accent on Achievement, and Standard of Excellence, as well as writing and devising my own warm ups and methods. Read More