♪ The Lessons:

When you come to your first lesson, I will teach you my unique series of vocal exercises that will ease you into singing and train your body to sing with proper alignment, natural breathing and relaxed (but supported) production. The exercises consist of nonsense words such as "zee-nah-ee" and "hung-ah" and are designed to train the voice and get you accustomed to singing with correct usage of the muscles of your throat and body. You will be given a free practice CD to take home with you to use as a guide when you practice technique between sessions. Once the exercises (that double as a vocal warm-up) are completed, the remainder of the lesson you will sing the song of your choice utilizing the techniques practiced in the exercises. If you do not know what sort of songs to choose, I can help you and also provide piano/vocal sheet music (copies) as needed. We will use either live piano accompaniment, karaoke arrangements and/or other pre-recorded material as accompaniment when you are singing songs or arias. Normally we will stay on one song or aria for several weeks, working only with piano accompaniment at first until you are completely comfortable with the material. I will provide you with instruction regarding the most efficient way practice between sessions with the Vocalization CD. I will always guide your progress and help you in every way I can while you are learning. Once you get to know me, you may find that I am an easy going and friendly person, but I will always urge you to work hard on whatever your goals may be.

♪ Payment Methods:

Once you have set up your regular weekly lessons, payments will then be on a month-to-month basis. Monthly payments will be due on the first lesson of the month for the upcoming month. If you must pay by the lesson, that is fine.

Payment methods accepted are cash, check or PayPal*. Click on Pay On Line to pay through PayPal.

* Please note I do not offer monetary refunds for any reason at any time.

♪ Current rates (subject to change):

30 minutes / $35.00
45 minutes / $55.00
60 minutes / $70.00

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For more information, please call 925-484-9634 or e-mail sing4me@jsvocalstudio.com