The Arts — Essential Elements of Education

". . . the arts have been an inseparable part of the human journey; indeed, we depend on the arts to carry us toward the fullness of our humanity. We value them for themselves, and because we do, we believe knowing and practicing them is fundamental to the healthy development of our children's minds and spirits. That is why, in any civilization - ours included - the arts are inseparable from the very meaning of the term 'education.' We know from long experience that no one can claim to be truly educated who lacks basic knowledge and skills in the arts."

–National Standards for Arts Education 

Voice Lessons:

Private and semi-private lessons are individually tailored according to each student's unique abilities and goals.  A wide variety of issues are covered over time, to provide a student with comprehensive training, giving them the skills, knowledge and ability to reach their goals.  We start with vocal exercises designed to teach basic skills and techniques, then apply those skills and techniques to songs selected especially for each student.  Examples of topics covered are as follows (incomplete list):

Posture, breath management, vocal anatomy and healthy vocal function, support/anchoring, resonance, diction, voice qualities, vocal range, performance practices, song interpretation, role preparation, audition preparation, style and articulation, music theory, sight reading, basic piano skills.
Remote Voice Lessons via Zoom, Skype or FaceTime:
30 minute lesson — $30.00
45-minute lesson — $45.00
60-minute lesson — $60.00

Special Pricing for MURSD Afterschool Program  students) taught remotely during Covid19 Pandemic:
30-minute lesson — $25.00
45-minute lesson — $37.50
60-minute lesson — $50.00