My approach is flexible and kind.  Each person has unique needs, personality, background and goals.  Whether at the advanced or beginners level,  most students are motivated by the personal pleasure they get from singing or performing music.  Lessons help to develop technique and skill and for those wishing to perform, performance readiness.  I tailor my approach to each student's level or ability, talent and desires, collaborating with them to develop both their skill and their independence of artistic thought and approach.

Mine is a knowledgeable, productive and enthusiastic environment that includes respect for diversity and for interactive communication.  It fosters independence as students mature and provides a variety of repertoire that encompasses various styles and languages.

Singers are vocal athletes and artists. Therefore I encourage a healthy lifestyle, good diet, plenty of rest and physical activity to support the conditioning of the voice.   I work on developing solid technique as we explore enjoyable repertoire.  As a facilitator and mentor, I guide my students towards discovery to support their love of music.  I find joy in learning from and working with my students.

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Teaching is an organic activity. I attend conferences and workshops for inspiration. I stay up to date with new operatic and musical productions on the world stage. I share a collection of books and scores from my extensive personal library and provide supporting material to aid learning.   Lessons and/or coaching may be recorded.  Over the years I have done much research in voice performance, lyric diction, choral singing, conducting and music education.  All of this together with many years and types of experience place me in a very unique position as a teacher.

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