PRIVATE VOICE LESSONS
WELCOME AND CONGRATULATIONS.
Taking the step to further your gift in music is something to be celebrated and proud of. Our favorite artists, legendary musicians, and iconic entertainers ALL trained professionally and continue to do so to this day! There is always something new to learn in music and always a new way to learn it. The best singer is one who never stops studying and absorbing new techniques, ideas and knowledge!
Thank You.
For trusting me with your talent and skills. I vow to give 100% to the development of your gift and ensure an honest, trusting relationship as we both embark on this new journey! Please understand that all of our sessions are a free-flowing no-judgement zone, free to make mistakes and try new things!
More About Me.
My professional experience started when I was employed for two and a half years as the Private Voice Instructor and Summer Choir Director at The Artists Collective. The Artists Collective was founded in 1970 by Jackie McLean, an Alto Saxophonist, Composer, Educator and Community Activist. Jackie was also one of the few musicians to be elected to the DownBeat Hall of Fame in the year of their death. The Artists Collective has been cited by Harvard University as one of six exemplary Community Arts Centers in the nation and has received numerous awards on the State and National level for its work with youth and their families, including the 2010 National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award presented by former First Lady, Michelle Obama. After working at a non-profit after school facility in Hartford Connecticut for a year, I relocated to Los Angeles where I was an instructor at Encore Music for 4 months before deciding to do free lance vocal coaching, live shows and film scoring full-time. I’ve been successfully making a living as a full time musician for a total of almost three years now!Voice Lesson ReviewS
Previous Voice Lesson Students
INFORMATION ON PREPARING FOR YOUR VOICE LESSON.
Please bring room temperature water, an adjustable waist belt (not mandatory), a prepared song to sing acapella and positive energy!
What We Like.
Room Temperature Water, never cold.
Herbal Teas (Green Tea is a popular choice)
“Throat Coat” Tea sold at Whole Foods and other organic markets
Honey - one spoonful to coat your throat
Singers Spray (sold on Amazon and Whole Foods)
Waist belts or back supporters for breathing exercises
A Belt, Waist Trainer, Back Brace or Anything that can be worn snugly like the photo above will work. Again not mandatory but will greatly improve breathing exercises and vocal techniques.
What We Don’t Like.
Lipton Tea or Black Teas because it will dry your throat
Salty Foods
Freezing cold water makes everything stiff
Dairy Foods (especially cheese) causes mucus which effects singing
Smoking
Drinking effects your ability to hear the tones of music clearly and may effect your pitch
Singing in a really cold room
Think about using your diaphragm 24/7 365
Our ability to engage the abdominal muscles, the musculature of the lumbar spine and the muscles making up the pelvic floor in an efficient way, has a direct effect on what happens to the diaphragm. This is our motor when it comes to singing in a powerful, controlled way. Power does not mean volume. Just because you have a soft voice does not mean you do not have power. We all should be singing with as much power, support and control as possible.
Performance Videos to check out
Recommended voice lesson schedule is 45 minutes-An HOUR per week.
However duration varies depending on students prior skills, future goals and learning ability.
I Look forward to your next lesson!
Feel free to email me if you have not booked your next session or have any questions or concerns! BrittneyCrushmusic@gmail.com
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IMPORTANT PAYMENT INFORMATION
Please note that all voice lesson payments are to be made monthly on the 1st of every month for those with custom packages or at least 48 hours in advance of the next upcoming session.
PAYMENT LATE FEES
There will be a $10 late fee applied every 7 days a payment is received late (late fee will be applied on the 8th day.) Communication ahead of time is advised for situations as such. Payment plans are accepted on a case by case basis.
Cancellation Fees
All students are encouraged to cancel class at least 48 hours in advance of scheduled sessions. If class is cancelled with less than 24 hours advanced notice or student is a no show, there will be a $10 charge included in the next scheduled session. First time waiver is applied as long as there is a minimum of 1 hour advance notice given.
CLASS LATE FEE
There is a 20 min grace period for in person and virtual lessons. Time is not made up due to students tardiness. First time waiver is applied upon first incident as things do come up.
After 20 mins, a $10 late fee is applied to the next payment session (If there is no next session, then the late fee is paid in person.) If student misses more than half of class time due to tardiness, session is subject to be canceled as you may be effecting other lessons scheduled afterwards if we continue. IE: If lesson is only 45 minutes long and student is already running 30 minutes late, class will be cancelled. Feel free to ask any questions or express any concerns regarding fees.
