Singing
The study of voice is a personal journey toward self-expression. The oldest known sheet music dates back to a hymn found on a Syrian clay tablet from 1400 BC. Human beings have been producing sound since time began. Through much trial and error, we have learned there are healthy and unhealthy ways to produce sounds.
At The Studio, using CCM (Contemporary Commercial Music) methodology mixed with classical basics, we emphasize personal development of the solo singer. This means focusing not only on the functional work of singing but also the interpretative reasons for a song as well. Vowels are wider and more forward (Musical theatre “speak style”), open (in contrast to choral blending and closed vowels for classical singing) and a “mixed voice” or “one voice” with no audible break in registers is the goal. Our equipment includes three performance grade acoustic pianos: a Steinway Baby Grand in the upstairs studio, a Sohmer Upright in the lower level and a Bluthner-Irmler piano in P.K.’s home studio; standing and hand held microphones; and professional portable equipment for singing engagements. We have live professional accompaniment for our singers during performances, and make recordings of accompaniment for practice on each song once it is chosen. Music is chosen based on the interests, appropriate age, vocal results desired and the abilities of the singers.
What We Teach
"At The Studio, using CCM (Contemporary Commercial Music) methodology mixed with classical basics, we emphasize personal development of the solo singer"
"Our equipment involves three performance grade acoustic pianos, including a Steinway Baby Grand in the upstairs studio"
Singer's Contract
“Use what talents you possess; the woods would be very silent if no birds sang except those that sang best”
Before you sign up for lessons, we will ask you to sign our Singers Contract. This is an agreement to make sure you, the student, are understanding what is expected, included or not included. The contract covers things like who pays for sheet music, accompanist time and practice requirements. We are looking for people, regardless of ability or familiarity with singing, who want to learn healthy singing and will be serious about their approach to it.
Serious singers make great singers!
We offer several options for students interested in singing, dependent upon the age of the singer:
MUSICAL THEATRE I (Ages 9–12) introduces students to the exciting world of musical theatre through the three essential disciplines of acting, singing, and dance. Acting is the heart of the class, with students building confidence through improvisation, character development, theatre games, scene work, and creative exercises that encourage imagination, collaboration, spontaneity, and authentic performance. Students learn to create believable characters, communicate emotion, and tell stories both individually and as part of an ensemble. Singing is explored in a fun, supportive group setting through engaging musical theatre repertoire. Ensemble numbers incorporate expressive movement and choreography, while students develop musicianship through rhythm studies, blending vocal tone, sight-reading, scale exercises, and ear training. For those who are interested, opportunities for featured solo singing lines are often available within group performances. Throughout the year, students gain confidence as performers while developing strong acting, vocal, and stage skills. When appropriate, students may also rehearse and perform one-act plays and other theatrical productions.
MUSICAL THEATRE II (Ages 13–17) continues exploring the exciting world of musical theatre through the three essential disciplines of acting, singing, and dance. With a greater emphasis on acting and performance, students deepen their skills through improvisation, character analysis, scene study, monologues, theatre games, and creative problem-solving. Students learn to develop believable characters, strengthen emotional connection, respond truthfully to scene partners, and communicate stories with confidence and authenticity. Group singing remains an important part of the class through dynamic musical theatre repertoire performed with expressive movement and choreography. Students continue to develop vocal technique and musicianship through rhythm studies, blending vocal tone, sight-reading, scale exercises, and ear training. Featured solo singing opportunities are often available for those who are interested. Throughout the year, students refine their acting, vocal, and performance skills while gaining confidence as well-rounded musical theatre performers. Students may also rehearse and perform one-act plays and other theatrical productions, providing valuable stage experience in both acting and musical theatre.
VOICE LESSONS FOR YOUNG SINGERS (under age 12): Rhythm, blending tone, sight reading, musicality, ear training and repertoire are emphasized, along with interpretation, movement and acting of songs.
VOICE LESSONS OVER AGE 12 are taught with age-appropriate technical instruction and with emphasis on purity of tone within the CCM style. Projection, emotional expression, musicality and proper breath control are emphasized, along with ear/pitch training and interpretation/acting of songs.
Classes We Offer
Private Singing Lessons
$35 for a 30 minute lesson
$50 for 45 minutes
$65 for one hour
For weekly singing lessons at The Studio: $5 discount per lesson/week for any student who takes any additional dance class per week at The Studio.
Please contact the Studio for information on available times.
Summer Musical Theatre Camp
School Year
N/A
Summer Session
July 20-24, 2026. Ages 8-13 / 1-4pm.
$300
Experience the wonderful world of Musical Theatre! For three wonderful hours daily for five days, immerse yourself in the three principle art forms that make up “Musical Theatre”! Start fresh each morning with a daily dance technique class beginning with an authentic ballet barre, move to floor stretches and exercises for flexibility, and finish with different dance styles in across-the-floor combinations. The next hour, sing your heart out with a group voice lessons and learn age-appropriate musical theatre songs straight from Broadway, along with choreography to compliment it and (if desired) opportunities for solo singing lines. Have a short 10 minute break to grab a snack, and then it’s on to a whirlwind improvisational acting class, where you have a blast using your own creative brain to make up your “who, what and where”!
Musical Theatre, Ages 9-12
School Year
Thursdays: 4:30 – 5:30 pm
$704 total / 4 equal payments of $176
Summer Session
Not Currently Being Offered in the summer; please see one week camp in July
Musical Theatre for ages 9-12 is an introduction into the three performing arts that make up Musical Theatre (dance, voice and acting). Focus is on improvisational acting to be able to free up the actor onstage in spontaneous situations for both comedy and drama, using experiences within the student’s life and imagination as well as specific techniques for creating the who, the where and the what. Students will play multiple parts and be required to change characters quickly and within the same play. Singing/voice is also taught in a group setting with opportunities for solo lines within each song and choreography is used when putting together song and dance numbers. Although dance is not taught in this class, students are strongly encouraged to take a separate ballet dance class (preferably at The Studio!) to be able to understand and implement basic musical theatre choreography.