Practice Techniques and Musician's Mindset: Developing Confidence and Competence in Any Musician

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Studying music can be a great joy and source of profound fulfillment, but it can also be stressful and overwhelming. Learning how to balance workloads, develop practice habits that actually work for you, and also trying to avoid falling into the trap of comparing yourself to other artists can feel like an insurmountable task. Music also tends to lead the musician into perfectionism, and a feeling that no matter what you do, you're never really measuring up.

I am in the last semester of a Masters program in Vocal Performance. Throughout the 7 years I have studied voice academically throughout my Associates degree, Bachelors degree, and now my Masters degree, I've had to learn how to develop a more holistic approach towards my music studies, and strengthen my relationship to myself and my voice. In this class, I will share everything that I've learned in my journey, and tips on how to approach practice in a way that feels manageable, and yes, even enjoyable! We will discuss how to develop a mindset that can work FOR you, not against you. By the end of this class, I guarantee that you will feel happier as a musician, you will have a handle on how to structure practice sessions and tailor them to your specific needs, and you will feel confident as a musician, and perhaps also as a person.

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Über mich

Hello!

My name is Emma. I'm a Mezzo-Soprano based in New York in the last year of my master's degree in Opera. I believe that singing can (and should!) be fun, enjoyable, and fulfilling for anyone who wants to do it. I have a very holistic approach to voice, and I like to focus on building up confidence for any singer. In my lessons, we're always going to try to sing loud and proud. If your voice cracks? No big deal! If you make a mistake? It's not the end of the world! If you make an "ugly" sound? We can always fix it later. I will teach my students not to be afraid of exploring the full capabilities of their voice, and also not to be afraid of having fun while deepening your studies into this incredible art form.

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SUNY Binghamton, Masters in Opera, anticipated May 2026
University of Oregon, Bachelors in Vocal Performance, 4.0, June 2024
Portland Community College, Associate of Arts, 4.0, June 2021

Erfahrung / Qualifikationen

I have sung professionally with a number of opera companies. These include:
-Eugene Opera
-Cascadia Chamber Opera
-Tri-Cities Opera
I have also performed leading roles in 12 different productions, both with the aforementioned companies, and also with the University of Oregon Opera and the SUNY Binghamton Opera.

Alter

Jugendliche (13-17 Jahre alt)

Erwachsene (18-64 Jahre alt)

Unterrichtsniveau

Anfänger

Mittel

Fortgeschritten

Dauer

30 Minuten

Unterrichtet in

Englisch

Fachkenntnisse

Stimme (musik)

Klaviatur (musik)

Klang (musik)

Verfügbarkeit einer typischen Woche

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Online via Webcam

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20-24

Olga

5.0

(4)

Have you always dreamed:

of singing with freedom and resonance, with ease and flexibility?
of belting out your favourite rock ballad and spellbinding the crowd?
of having a huge range and expressive power that makes people’s jaws drop?

I can help you free your voice and find your true sound through my holistic teaching approach.

I will help you get back in touch with your breath and the freedom you once felt in your voice as a child.

I will help with any relaxation, placement, strain issues you may have and extend your range and give you resonance and power.

If you have any health issues that may affect your voice I can give you advice and guidance, special exercises , yoga routines etc - having suffered myself from GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease) and a resulting small vocal node in the past, and having dealt with various health issues - despite which I have managed to still work as a singer!

I can teach you to:

- Improvise and write songs.
- Develop your expression.
- Develop your technique without losing your own unique sound.
- Extend your range to at least 3 octaves (sometimes even 4!)
- Breath control and control of your entire range.
- Sing in a variety of techniques and styles- become a versatile singer!
- Basic guitar/keyboard skills if requested.
- Music Theory lessons upon request.

I have an acute ear for detail and upon our first session and hearing you we will be able to discuss your voice and how to move forward.

Denise

5.0

(4)

My name is Denise and I'm a professional singer with a singing master's degree from Catalonia's Music College (ESMUC) specialized in Historical Singing, Musicology and Music Education.
My experience runs mostly in early and chamber music, nevertheless I also have the experience and knowledge of popular musical styles such as Latin-American folk, jazz and musicals.
As a docent or vocal coach I've collaborated with different academic institutions and private artistic projects, focusing mostly on international students or social integration programs.

My main goal is to help the student discover her or his voice while enjoying making music.
No experience is needed, just bring your enthusiasm and favorite music.
Classes can be given either in English, Spanish, French or Deutsch.
There is no limit for styles, bring your favorite music and I will provide a safe environment for your personal and musical growth.

It will be a joy to listen to you.
Denise

Stefano

5.0

(4)

Get ready to take charge of your own musical journey with my classes! You'll have the freedom to choose what you want to study, how you want to learn, and which approach best suits your individual style.

Together, we'll create a personalized plan that will take you step-by-step towards your designated goals, with my unwavering support every step of the way. I'll teach you a variety of singing techniques and help you discover your own unique voice. No two singers are the same, so I'll adapt to your needs and provide personalized guidance to help you surpass your goals!

Are you ready to unleash your full potential and take your singing to the next level? Join my classes today and let's get started on this exciting musical journey together!

I strongly believe that the voice is an all-powerful instrument. It converts the invisible into the visible; it transforms emotions into sounds. The voice is subject to continuous evolution. It's a beautiful instrument that offers so many possibilities in terms of expansion.

Johanna

5.0

(4)

Concertist and teacher, Johanna studied piano solo at the Hochschule für Musik in Berlin Hanns Eisler and now continues them as a Master at the Royal Conservatory of Brussels.

A committed pedagogue, Johanna favors the expansion of the repertoires mastered by her students, and associates improvisation, harmony and knowledge of the context (historical and musical) to these courses.

She has taught at the Franco-German Music School in Berlin and at the Conservatoire in Rouen and now holds a class at the Ecole de Piano de Rouen.
Johanna pursues a career as a concert artist, she plays regularly in chamber music with her trio Hémisphères and as a soloist in various repertoires in France and Germany _Paris, Berlin, Rouen, Baden-Baden, Aix-en-Provence ... She plays in the Musique Dans la rue, Piano Demain, Jeune Talents, Piano Tremplin festivals, and received a special prize.
Graduated from the Hanns Eisler School in Berlin. She was a pupil of Stephen Arnold and Konrad Maria Engel. She is also a student of Frédéric Aguessy, and has benefited from lessons given by Jean-Claude Pennetier, Ralph Gothoni, Cécile Hugonnard-Roche, Anne Queffelec, Philippe Entremont, Yovan Markovitch, Isabel Charisius and Hervé Nkaoua.

In addition, she followed a course in conducting, analysis, harpsichord and accompaniment.
She is currently pursuing a Master's in choir conducting in partnership with the Sorbonne and a Master's in solo piano at the Royal Conservatory of Brussels.
She studied the physiological posture of the musician in Berlin accompanied by a solid practical training in the areas of kinesis management, relaxation, and breathing (Pilates, Alexander Techniques, Feldenkreis, School of Breathing, School of the back).
She can give lessons in French, English, German.

Maria

5.0

(4)

Hello! I am a professional opera singer, soprano, and current soloist at the Cologne Opera (Germany) bringing real-stage experience, performance psychology, and high-level technical discipline into every lesson. My background includes a Master of Music in Opera (Distinction) from the Dutch National Opera Academy in Amsterdam, a Master of Music in Vocal Performance (Distinction) from the Royal College of Music in London, and a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Pedagogy from the Moscow University of the Humanities. The combination of elite performance training and 8 years of teaching experience allow me to train my students at the highest standard and achieve measurable progress and great results.

I work with dedicated singers at every stage of development, from complete beginners to professionals. I can successfully prepare you for auditions and exams, build a reliable vocal technique and stamina, expand range and develop musicality and understanding of various repertoire demands. Together we can work on diverse repertoire - from opera and oratorio arias to Lieder and music theater depending on your needs and preferences.

If you’re serious about developing your voice with professional-level guidance - I am very excited to see you in my class!

Olivier

5.0

(4)

Singing and making music are a lot of fun, but not the easiest thing... no matter which level you're at. For this, one needs energy, concentration and, above all, patience. But who succeeds in making progress finds that it's the best feeling ever to make music while using you best potential. That's what I can help with.

You sing all the time, but you want to improve your technique? Or you're a complete beginner and you want to get a taste of this intriguing music world? You're already singing in a band but you feel like your voice is getting tired easily, or that you need some tricks for finding notes? Then I can definitely help you, no matter your age or your style of music. My goal with this course is that you find your hobby easier and even more fun than it is already.

I'm currently finishing my master's degree in opera singing at the MUK and I use my knowledge to sing pop, jazz, funk... and so on, accompanied by my guitar/keyboard. I'm looking forward to getting to know you!

Davide

5.0

(4)

Singers like Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, and Frank Sinatra have left an indelible mark on American popular music through their jazz vocal stylings, fusing a conversational delivery with rhythmic and melodic improvisation. This course is tailored for each student to teach the unique characteristics of jazz singing and how to apply these characteristics to create your own sound. You will learn jazz phrasing, how to integrate good technique into jazz song styles, and how to sing with a number of time feels and grooves.

The course focuses on jazz vocal technique and delivery, including use of vocal inflections, dynamics, articulation, and interpretation, and how to improvise through rhythmic and melodic phrasing. The course then will go deeper into jazz improvisation expanding the musical vocabulary of scat studying syllabels, rhythm, and melodic ideas.

In this course we will apply these concepts to jazz tunes in various tempos and grooves, including ballads, medium swing, fast swing, and bossa nova. You'll move on to learn important considerations for effective stage presence and use of the microphone, too.

Ana

5.0

(4)

These classes are designed for students with different knowledge of piano, from beginner to intermediate - advanced. Normally I use the Faber Piano Adventures method, useful for all ages and levels, but another method can be chosen depending on the learning style of each student. We start with pre-reading, introduction to the staff and reading of scores. You will learn in a fun and effective way how to read music. Also, comprehensively, you will learn about music theory and ear training. Additionally, you are free to propose songs of your liking, to learn them along with the method.

Eman

5.0

(4)

My name is Eman, I'm a certified Voice & Speech Therapist at Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt.
Working at Demrdash Hospital & Ain Shams Specialized Hospital as a Voice & Speech Therapist.

I trained as a voice therapist and also completed advanced training in the Alexander technique, the Smith accent method in voice therapy.

In addition to, I've completed my Bachelor and Master's studies at "Child Education" specialized in Speech and Language Disorders at Faculty of Early Childhood Education, Cairo University, Egypt.

Recently, studying PhD in Speech & voice disorders at Faculty of Early Childhood Education, Cairo University, Egypt.

I offer online via zoom and webcam sessions (have flexibility to change schedules if it's necessary) for:
Voice therapy sessions for (Adults & Children) patients who have voice disorders due to:

1- Organic causes: physiological voice disorders that result from alterations in respiratory, laryngeal, or vocal tract mechanisms.

A) Structural: organic voice disorders that result from physical changes in the vocal mechanism, such as:
- Polyps.
- Vocal Nodules.
- Edema
- Cysts on the vocal cords, growths that aren't cancer.

B) Neurogenic causes: organic voice disorders that result from problems with the central or peripheral nervous system innervation to the larynx that affect functioning of the vocal mechanism, such as:
- Vocal tremor.
- Spasmodic dysphonia.
- Vocal fold paralysis.
- Vocal cord paralysis or weakness.

2- Functional causes: voice disorders that result from inefficient use of the vocal mechanism when the physical structure is normal, such as:
- Vocal fatigue.
- Muscle tension Dysphonia or Aphonia.
- Diplophonia.

Jan

5.0

(4)

Hi everyone,
Do you want to learn how to sing but don't know where to start? Have you been singing for few years already but lost your motivation and you feel stuck? Do you want to take your singing skills to higher level? Would you like to learn how to scat and improvise? Do you want to know what is the theoretical background behind the music you love so much? I can help you with all of that.

I offer singing lessons in jazz (especially), but also classical, pop... you name it. Bring your favourite music pieces and I will help you to sing them. In addition, I can help you with better understanding of music theory. If you are also interested in composition, I am the right address for you. Every student is unique, this is why I will do my best to find out what is the best and the most fun process for you to learn and improve fast.

Alexander

5.0

(4)

Are you looking for a passionate singing teacher? Search no further!

With over 15 years of singing experience and a completed bachelor's, master's, and postgraduate degrees in classical singing and opera, I could be your ideal choice! I've already gained experience in professional concerts and opera productions in Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands!

In addition to classical music, I am also no stranger to light/pop music, so you can certainly always enjoy that! My lessons are aimed at a positive and supportive learning environment. Together we explore the basic principles and solve challenges in a relaxed and attentive atmosphere.

Whether you are a beginner or want to refine your singing talents, I am happy to help you achieve your vocal goals.

Don't hesitate to contact me! I hope to see you soon!
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Are you looking for a passionate singing teacher? Look no further!

With over 15 years of singing experience and a completed bachelor's, completed master's degree and postgraduate in classical singing and opera, I could be your ideal choice! I have already gained experience in professional concerts and opera productions in Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands!

Besides classical music, I'm no stranger to light/pop music either, so you're certainly always welcome to bring that to a lesson as well! My lessons focus on a positive and supportive learning environment. Together we'll explore the basics and solve challenges in a relaxed and attentive atmosphere.

Whether you are a beginner or want to refine your singing talent, I am happy to help you reach your vocal goals.

Definitely don't hesitate to contact me! Hope to see you soon!

Tomiris

5.0

(4)

I offer piano lessons for adults and children, tailored to your goals and preferences. Each lesson lasts 45 minutes. Lessons are conducted in English, German and Russian. I teach piano at home in Vienna’s 3rd district and online on a beautiful Yamaha piano.

I have a full class of 13 students. Each semester, I organize a recital. If they wish, even my online students can take part through a live stream :)

I am an award-winning pianist in international competitions, a graduate of the Moscow Conservatory named after P.I. Tchaikovsky (BA), and currently a student at the Anton Bruckner University in Austria (MA).

I have developed my own teaching methodology, which varies depending on the student's age, skill level, and preferences. With extensive teaching experience for both adults and children, I have completed pedagogical practice and a piano teaching methodology course at the Moscow Conservatory. I teach beginners from scratch, prepare school students for exams, competitions, concerts, and entrance exams. Additionally, I teach solfeggio, music theory, ear training, rhythm development, hand positioning, and stage performance skills. I work on both classical repertoire and any pieces the student desires. I create custom arrangements for my students, including simplified versions of difficult pieces.

My online setup makes the lessons feel just like in-person: I use a tripod to demonstrate my hands and provide an online screen display for sheet music. After each lesson, I send video tutorials for clear, visual examples.

Graciela

5.0

(4)

An expert with international experience as a singer offers:

Classical singing, bel canto, musical and pop.
Beginner courses (30, 45, or 60 minutes)
Early childhood education and music fundamentals in individual or group lessons (30 min)
Coaching for experienced singers.
Preparation for aptitude tests,

Every voice is different and needs individual guidance, which is why my courses are right for you!

I look forward to seeing you!

Veronika

5.0

(4)

I am a passionate violinist with experience in ensembles, orchestras, and solo performances. For me, music means expression, connection, and growth. In my lessons, I want to share this joy, address each student's individual needs, and help them develop their technique, sound, and musicality with enthusiasm.

My lessons are aimed at beginners and advanced students who want to deepen their technique, musicality, and expressiveness. I place great emphasis on sound quality, intonation, posture, and musical understanding. Each lesson is individually tailored – with patience, structure, and inspiration. The goal is to awaken a joy of making music and foster personal growth.

Andreas

5.0

(4)

I am a multi-instrumentalist with many years of stage experience as a clarinetist and guitarist, choir director and trained elementary education teacher.
In our lessons, the focus is on the individual: We learn at your pace, oriented towards your goals, needs and musical interests.
It's important to me to explain complex concepts simply and to work with manageable, practical exercises. This way, we develop joy, confidence, and passion for music step by step – whether you're a beginner or an advanced player.