Voice Lessons in Islip Terrace, NY

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Cello Viola Drums Bass Guitar

As a multi-instrumentalists, I use a cross disciplinary approach even when a student is only learning one instrument. I do make use of method books for beginners, and the specific book depends upon the instrument, but I have my own methods and materials which I utilize in my lessons. Building a repertoire is encouraged, and I use the material to assist in instructing in theory and musical communication. My students are taught to be self-sufficient, by way of practice, study, and cultivating an "ear." Read More

Instruments: Voice Trumpet Drums

For the past 13 years I've been teaching private lessons in my studio as well as at students homes. I encourage regular practice on a consistent schedule especially for younger students, as it tends to help them progress and gain a passion for the instrument. In my school-aged students, I implement the NYS Common Core curriculum into lessons to ensure they are in alignment with learning vocabulary as well as critical thinking of music. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Keyboard Acoustic Guitar

I teach both voice and guitar. As an instructor of voice I start with Breathing exercises, posture, and ear training. I take methods from "The Singing Book" by Maribeth Dayme Cynthia Vaughn. With children, I gage how well their grasping the fundamentals before learning songs. Once we've gotten their we move forward to learning about different techniques. What I enjoy most is getting to know my student. Often times students show / tell me what their interested in learning, as each student is a different learner! Read More

Instruments: Voice

I have always had a passion for teaching! I come from a family of teachers, and I knew from a young age that I wanted to teach. My senior year of college, I took two semesters of vocal pedagogy and I was instantly hooked. I love the science behind how the voice works, and am fascinated with how that applies to each individual. This new-found passion led to me pursuing my Masters degree in not only performance, but vocal pedagogy as well. Read More

Instruments: Voice

I am a passionate and motivated instructor who loves working with students of all ages. I am passionate about developing and strengthening the voice as well as a student's musicianship. In 2012, I graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a Bachelor Of Music degree in Vocal Performance. I have performed nationwide in the genres of both classical and blues. I have had the opportunity to perform with various choirs at Carnegie Hall in New York. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

Most recently I made my Kennedy Center Center debut singing the leading role ofUSMC Philipin the new Opera Fallujahby Tobin Stokes Heather Raffo.In the opera FallujahLaMarcuss sensitive and vulnerable portrayal is riveting. His vocal command will have you hanging onto every note- DCMTA Adding to my numerous appearances, I've performed a broad array of oratorio and sacred works including Kodalys Te Deum, Malcom Archers Requiem, Handels Messiah, Haydns Missa Sancti Nicolai, Mozarts Requiem, and a recital January 11, 2013 in Dallas, Texas. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

Having received an excellent, unique, and non-standard musical education on piano and voice in Russia, I got inspired by my teacher to share the knowledge , skill sm and love I have to music with others. My tutoring on piano includes proper playing techniques, musical hearing, sheet music reading, development of musical intuition. My tutoring on voice includes musical hearing, proper breathing, proper sound production. I've been performing since age 4, both on piano and voice. Read More