Voice Lessons in West Miami, FL

Instruments: Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Double Bass Euphonium

The way I approach teaching music is very simple. I just think of each student as myself when I was their age and think how would I want to learn it if I were to learn it again. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Saxophone

I feel that mapping out individual progressions is very important.  There are basics that everyone benefits from, and from there work a plan for you!   Read More

Instruments: Voice

For beginning singers, I truly work on getting the support system working as early as possible. Because of the delicacy of the youngest voices, I believe this is the most fundamental aspect of singing. Range can be developed as the vocal mechanism develops, but this will all be made easier with a solid support structure. For intermediate singers, I work on freeing the voice and allowing the natural vibrato (or 'spin') to come through. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

My style of teaching is relaxed, patient and encouraging but goal oriented. I want  students to enjoy their lessons in a relaxed fashion while keeping them motivated to achieve their potential. I set realistic goals: short, mid and long term. This aids them not become overwhelmed with material or expectations. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Violin Cello Viola Bass Guitar Fiddle Double Bass Music Keyboard Acoustic Guitar

I am originally from upstate New York and earned both my BM and MME at SUNY Fredonia. I have been teaching private and small group lessons for over twenty years. I also have extensive experience teaching ensemble music in public and private schools in Buffalo (NY), Houston, Madrid, Spain and Chicago. I have also worked as an Adjunct Professor at SUNY Fredonia, Roosevelt University, and Lake Forest College. I have published scholarly articles on music teaching and learning and have presented at conferences worldwide. Read More

Instruments: Voice

This will help to warm up the voice so that proper vocal function can occur and it will also aid me in learning more about your particular and special instrument. Everyone's voice is unique and special and this is when we learn about how your voice naturally functions and what are your strengths etc In the repertoire section we will practice songs in various styles or the desired style that the student wishes to master. Read More

Instruments: Voice Clarinet Recorder

For the more advanced player, I introduce them to the "Rose 40 Etudes" book and prepare them for solo, and ensemble repertoire. The goal in every lesson is to keep it fun and engaging. I encourage all students in every level to practice regularly, and keep a notebook of their progress in lesson that they will use as a reference in their practice sessions. This will also allow me to monitor their progression to make adjustments as needed. Read More