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Individual training

The point is to bring you closer to accomplishing exactly what you WANT to accomplish, vocally and artistically, right? Your time is precious, and so are the contents of your pocketbook; let's spend them wisely.

Musical style and proficiency level aside: whatever goals you are struggling to reach, 1-on-1 instruction is generally the most common and most efficient method of vocal training, because the lessons are tailored specifically to enhance your pre-existing strengths, to tackle the trouble areas where your vocal technique needs the most work, and to take the most direct route possible to helping you become the singer you want to be.

Beginner? Taking that first step can be VERY hard, even a little scary. Working 1-on-1 with someone you feel comfortable with; someone who you feel "gets" you, makes a HUGE difference. There's no judgment, here... everyone starts somewhere. The goal is to help you grow, and to have fun in the process.

Advanced? At one time or another, we've all gotten to a point where we like the way we sound, but we ultimately aren't completely happy with where we are. We KNOW we can do better, we just don't know exactly HOW to. Every developing singer (and we're *ALL* developing, no matter what level we're at) needs a little guidance sometimes to help them make it to next level. The trick is to choose a guide who will understand where you're at, and will know how to help to grow from there.

Professional? Maybe you're getting ready to record an album or go on tour. Maybe you're preparing for an audition or an important upcoming performance. Maybe you just want learn more about how to take care of your voice in general, or maybe you just want to work out a few kinks. Whatever your situation, 1-on-1 training can be a great way to learn more about your instrument, and how to get the most out of it you can, as well as preparing you for whatever comes next.

Group lessons

When people have similar goals in common, training together in a small group can be a GREAT way to go. Group lessons can have as few as two people training, or as many as 20! And it can be very economical, because everybody shares the cost. Whether it's just a few friends looking to become better singers together a nd save some money doing it, or an ensemble working on a particular project, training together is a great way to go.

Members of the same band? Train as a unit, and really get those band vocals together.
Members of the same choir or singing group? Cast in the same musical? Train together on the material you have in common.
Friends who share an interest in both training their voices and saving money? Group lessons are a ton of fun, and are extremely affordable.

Clinics

Some people can't afford regular 1-on-1 voice training, and don't have anyone to take a group lesson with. Clinics are a GREAT alternative.

Clinics are a set of intimate classes/workshops in which a small group of people meet and work on important fundamentals of voice training. The sessions are organized so that both the skill levels and the goals of the participants are comparable. They are a fantastic alternative to ordinary voice lessons because not only are a wide array of fundamentals taught, but the members of the classes work together as a unit to help each other improve. It's a fantastic way to get some solid training under your belt, while not breaking the bank.

A wide assortment of subjects are focused upon in vocal clinics:

Proper warm-up/warm-down exercises
Correct breathing
Range expansion
Improving vocal stamina
Tension elimination
Enhancing resonance (developing volume and control without extra effort)
Ear training and pitch improvement
Vocal hygiene (how to care for your voice, what foods/drinks are great for it, what's not)
Conquering performance anxiety
Singing in a variety of styles
Songwriting and phrasing
How to sound great when sick or physically compromised
Vowel shaping, diction, and articulation
Preparation and interpretation of a new piece
And much, much more

Whether you opt for 1-one-1 lessons, group lessons, or clinics, the idea is the same: this is collaboration; we work together to get you to where you want to be.