Voice Lessons for All
The Andrea Saposnik Voice Studio is proud to offer lessons in a variety of formats to fit each student’s particular needs and learning modalities. We offer lessons both in an in-person format at our studio, or virtually via Zoom, FaceTime, or Skype.
In-Person Lessons
In-person lessons begin with stretching, breathing exercises, and a healthy warm-up. Students are guided through an exploration of the styles and songs that they are naturally drawn to, while also being encouraged to broaden their horizons with additional repertoire that complements their individual voices and skills. Students will also hone their sight-singing, music theory, and dramatic interpretation skills through exercises tailored to their age, skill level, and personal learning modalities.
As members of our in-person studio, students are provided numerous opportunities to perform at studio classes, recitals, community service venues, and local festivals. In addition, we often invite professionals in related fields to offer workshops on topics such as stage fright, acting, and auditioning.
Our teachers have extensive experience preparing students for NYSSMA and other competitions and auditions, and they are skilled in teaching songs in French, German, Italian, and Spanish.
If you would like to learn more about our in-person studio offerings, please contact us for information.
Frequently Asked Questions
for in-person students
I'm an adult, and I don't necessarily want to be a professional singer, but I love music. How can voice lessons help me?
Voice lessons can be beneficial to amateur adults on numerous levels. Benefits include nurturing your love of music, strengthening your speaking voice, improving your health with proper breathing techniques, increasing your confidence, and helping you hit those high notes when singing karaoke with friends!
Many people also take voice lessons to strengthen their participation in worship services, community choirs, and theater programs. All ages can benefit.
My child is very musical. What are some of the benefits of voice lessons for children and teens?
Voice lessons help students learn to read music, develop their musical ear, and gain confidence in themselves.
Studies show that children who study music benefit from improved cognitive development, improved language skills, stronger social skills, and an overall better mental capacity, as music helps to stimulate and develop neural pathways for a lifetime. Through practice and repetition, children improve other areas of their learning, including focus and concentration.
Additionally, through learning to collaborate with others, children build valuable social skills that benefit them into adulthood. Lessons are not only a fun way to express themselves – they become a necessary cornerstone in their development.
Is it true that young children should not take voice lessons?
Voice lessons are not only safe for children who sing, they are essential. It is imperative that young people learn to use proper breathing and vocal technique to remain healthy and free of vocal injury.
In addition, voice lessons help young people develop self-confidence and pride in themselves.
Virtual Remote Lessons
Remote lessons are taught via FaceTime, Zoom, or Skype. No fancy microphone, headphones, or other equipment is needed! All that is required is one device to connect on (such as a laptop or a tablet with a camera) and a second device to play an audio track (such as a phone). The teacher will supply the audio tracks or help you find one on YouTube.
There are several advantages to remote lessons, including the fact that no travel is required, students can meet on-the-go before an audition or performance for assistance with warming up, and students do not need to be local residents.
Many students find remote lessons to be both beneficial and rewarding!
If you would like to learn more about our virtual studio offerings, please contact us for information.
Frequently Asked Questions
for virtual students
Do I need a big fancy setup with an expensive microphone to take lessons remotely?
Not at all! No fancy microphone, headphones, or other equipment is needed. All that is required is one device to connect on (such as a laptop or tablet with a camera) and a second device to play an audio track (such as a phone).
Your teacher will be able to see and hear everything they need in order to instruct you.
I heard that remote lessons aren't as effective as in-person ones. Is this true?
Nope! Virtual remote lessons are just as effective as in-person lessons.
In addition to the fact that students can now take their teacher on-the-go to auditions or performances for help with warming up, it can also be easier for teachers to view jaw and tongue mechanics with a close-up view that otherwise would not be afforded by in-person lessons.
All of our virtual students find remote lessons to be both beneficial and rewarding.
How do you accompany students when they're singing a piece if there's a delay?
For virtual lessons, teachers do not provide live accompaniment because of a timing delay. Instead, your teacher will supply an audio track.
My child is very young. How do you work with a young student virtually? What is the youngest age that you're able to teach in this way?
We engage children online by making lessons feel like a natural part of their world, through strategies such as interactive repetition and learning games. Students as young as five have benefitted from our online teaching.
What are some of the performance opportunities that you offer your virtual students?
We offer Zoom studio classes on a regular basis for virtual students to sing for each other, and Zoom recitals that are open to families and the public.