Voice Lessons Michigan

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Music, Keyboard

In the case of piano, my teaching methodology in centered on technique and music theory. It is imperative to learn the right hand positioning and posture, ensuring music reading skills and theory are developed through exercises focused on agility and coordination. As an instructor, I instill on my students respect for the piano as an instrument and the necessary dedicated time to achieve progress during the learning process. Vocal coaching is about the discovering and understanding of one's voice. Read More

Instruments: Voice

Methods utilized are rooted in finding natural and healthy ways to produce a vocal sound. This stretches to all ages, as voices can and will change throughout one's lifetimes for a number of reasons. By beginning with gentle exercises and warm-ups, we can establish the student's vocal abilities and range, allowing me to create a curriculum around each individual student that ensures that will be creating music in a healthy way. Read More

Instruments: Voice, Music

Stephen Barton (GRCC music department), Bill Bokhout (Opera Grand Rapids), Diane Koperski (GRCC voice program), Mary Zimmer (White Empress), Melissa Ferlaak (Plague of Stars), Pamela Moore (Queensryche), and many more. At the beginning of my career, I had low self-esteem and at time I did not realize how much that was holding me back from becoming the singer I am today. People may not realize that singing is a lot about confidence. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba, Classical Guitar

In the arena of voice I teach in the Bel Canto method focusing on building a strong musical and vocal foundation. That being said, in all instruments and styles of music that I teach I believe in tailoring the method to the needs and interests of the student. With all styles I believe in creating a solid foundation in reading and understanding music, as well as creating a strong and healthy technique as is pertinent to the instrument in question. Read More

Instruments: Voice

Cassidy has also been very involved in the West Michigan music business scene. She has promoted local musicians by designing posters, creating electronic press kits and booking shows with Michigan venues. Cassidy also founded 1202 Sessions, a promotional media service for musicians. Through 1202 Sessions, Cassidy has partnered with Carbon Stories, a media agency, to promote many local musicians by directing music videos, hosting concerts at Art Prize and putting on album release parties. Read More