Teaching philosophy

I am continually amazed by the voice. Each person is like no other and is always changing and growing — and so is their voice. Singing is a powerful path towards self-discovery and exploring what we’re capable of. Voice lessons also teach discipline, allow one to express oneself more freely, and are just plain fun!  My own music teachers were essential to my growth as a musician and a person. As a teacher myself, I strive to help my students grow in technique and musicianship, but my deepest hope is for my students to find their true voice, to be brave and use it, and to shine! Whatever your experience or your goals, I create a safe space for you to play, explore, and express yourself.

How it works

If you are curious about lessons for yourself or a family member, I invite you to schedule a 45-minute trial lesson at half-charge. This is an opportunity for me to learn about your hopes and goals, for you to learn about my teaching style, and to walk through a sample lesson to see if we might be a great fit for one another. All lessons are taught from my home, unless other arrangements are made.

Lessons are paid for on a weekly or monthly basis, mutually agreed upon by the family and teacher. To make lessons as accessible as possible, I offer a sliding scale. Please inquire by email if you would like to learn more about remuneration, cancellation policies, and more.

Testimonials

“Stephanie has been great for me! She is passionate and encouraging and alway makes me feel good about what I’m doing and this builds me a confidence to explore what I can really do. She is always attentive to what I’m doing and always explains in a very easy way why we are doing it.” — Jana, 22

“Stephanie has been wonderful with my daughter. They definitely made a connection quickly. Stephanie is an incredible talent and I am so fortunate to have found her. Most of all, she's warm, caring. She really got to know and understand my child quickly.” — Mother of Luka, 14

“Stephanie is a wonderful voice instructor! I can already notice a significant difference in the way I approach singing. She allows you to bring your goals to the table and meets you exactly where you're at. Her price is beyond reasonable and she has been nothing but responsive and punctual. Definitely give the trial lesson a shot, you will not regret it!” — John, 25