Voice Lessons Tennessee

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Ukulele

My teaching experience starts back during my college days when I was challenged in my Vocal Pedagogy class to have one vocal student that I worked with throughout the semester. From there, I became a private instructor for both voice and piano starting with a total of six students and from there my studio grew. Since I dont have an at home studio currently, the basis of my studio has been either will travel to your home or online. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice

For all my students, I first ask the question: why are you taking vocal lessons? I want to know first and foremost my students' goals and what they like/don't like about their singing voice. Then I start with the basics: what is happening in your body when you sing, and why? First I like to start with singing easy 5-tone scales to discover the students' voice type, then I talk to my students about what makes their voice special. Read More

Instruments: Voice, Music

I will start new students, especially young students, with folk songs, games and exercises to train the ear, sense of rhythm, and acting muscles, prepare them to be able to read and understand musical notation, and encouragement to perform in a solo capacity when possible. As students progress in skill and expertise, we will begin learning songs with notation, continue developing sight reading and aural skills, introduce more challenging repertoire and foreign languages, deepen technical vocabulary and understanding, and prepare for audition opportunities. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Voice

For guitar, I usually start with basic music theory. Scales, learning the notes of the guitar, easy chords. Then I'll just start teaching you whatever you'd like to learn! Most of the time I teach songs. To me, it's the fastest and most fun way to learn guitar. For singing, first I will assess where you are at currently. Then I'll teach the basics of proper breathing technique, vocal exercises and warm ups, and then after you've gained more strength in your voice, we will start practicing with songs you enjoy and that fit your vocal style. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Nothing is more rewarding than seeing one of my students develop a passion for music ! Therefore its important that each student progress at his or her own pace. I encourage this by setting realistic goals for each student. Acknowledging accomplishments help fuel a students desire to progress. I tailor lessons to the students level as well as there interest in music. Many of my students have gone on to become professionals or involved in their church, school or community music programs. Read More