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Philosophy
As a voice teacher, my mission is to empower singers of all ages and experience levels to discover their most authentic, healthy, and sustainable sound. I believe that every voice is unique, and that effective vocal development arises from a foundation of evidential pedagogy, functional understanding, and respect for the instrument’s natural design. My teaching is deeply rooted in voice science, vocology, and principles of long-term vocal wellness—prioritizing longevity, adaptability, and informed self-awareness in every stage of a singer’s growth.
Singing is an athletic art, requiring finely tuned coordination across multiple systems: breath, phonation, resonance, articulation, and the physical structures supporting them. Just as athletes develop strength, alignment, and neuromuscular precision, singers must cultivate efficient technique and body awareness to perform with ease and consistency. I work with students to build this integrated coordination step by step, creating habits that allow the voice to function freely rather than through force or strain. When the body is aligned, breathing is efficient, and phonation is balanced, expressive singing becomes not only easier but inevitable. Technical coordination is not separate from artistry—it is what unlocks arresting, emotionally compelling expression.
Central to my philosophy is the belief that healthy technique is not a stylistic limitation but the gateway to artistic freedom. By helping students understand the biomechanics and acoustics of their own voices, I aim to demystify singing and replace guesswork with curiosity and empowered exploration. I draw from current research, functional training, and established pedagogical models to ensure that our work is both scientifically grounded and personally meaningful. My approach is adaptive, holistic, and student-centered, always honoring the individual voice.
“Singing is the ultimate form of expression where the body, mind, and soul converge. It demands the athleticism to execute vocal acrobatics while conveying authentic emotion” - Billy Porter
Working with Children and Teens
Working with young singers requires a specialized and developmentally sensitive approach. Children and teens are not “small adults”; their voices, bodies, and cognitive processes are still maturing, and instruction must support healthy growth without imposing adult expectations or techniques prematurely.
With younger students, I emphasize playful, exploratory learning that supports natural vocal development: imagination-driven exercises, age-appropriate repertoire, movement-based activities, and accessible language that fosters healthy coordination without overloading technical terminology. The goal is to cultivate flexibility, joy, accurate pitch, musical curiosity, and healthy vocal habits that will carry into adulthood.
With adolescent singers, I am especially attentive to the rapid physiological changes of the developing voice—growth of the laryngeal structures, registration shifts, breath changes, and evolving resonance capabilities. I guide teens through these transitions with patience, reassurance, and carefully selected technical tools. Rather than forcing the voice into a premature “adult” sound, I help students build sustainable technique that supports both the volatility of the changing voice and the emotional intensity that often accompanies this age. My approach balances functional training with mentorship, helping teens develop confidence, self-awareness, and a positive relationship with their own vocal identity.
Because singing is both physical and deeply personal, I integrate musicianship, body awareness, mental well-being, and artistic identity into our work. My aim is not only to train the voice, but to nurture expressive communication grounded in healthy, efficient technique. Ultimately, I strive to cultivate independent, self-directed singers who can assess their own vocal needs, make informed technical choices, and carry forward a lifetime of healthy vocal use—on stage, in the practice room, and in daily life.
By grounding teaching in science, honoring each singer’s individuality, understanding vocal development across all ages, and fostering a supportive learning environment, I strive to inspire voices that are not only beautiful and expressive, but resilient, sustainable, and truly one-of-a-kind.