Lessons & Classes

  Private Instruction

Personalized, private instruction is available from any of our staff of certified Speech Level Singing teachers.  Tuition is determined by the individual teachers, and is generally based upon their level of experience and education.  Please contact the individual teachers for their rates and scheduling.


  TVS's Kathy Kennedy Featured in SF Chronicle!

Voice Coach Kathy Kennedy Helps People Sing

Edward Guthman, Special to The Chronicle

Kathy KennedyPaying the bills on a pop singer's income is a rocky road. That's what Kathy Kennedy, a Bay Area music veteran who sings with Big Bang Beat and the Soul Delights, discovered.

In 1995. Kennedy became a voice coach to supplement her performing income. She sees students at her home in the Berkeley hills, and also at the Voice Studio on Potrero Hill, which she co-owns with singer Katie Guthorn. Kennedy is single, and was born and raised in North Oakland....

Read the full article on SFGate.com


  NEW! Bass Lessons at The Voice Studio!

Private Bass Lessons with Paul Olguin @ The Voice Studio!!!

Paul OlguinProfessional bassist for Maria Muldaur, Shana Morrison, Mazzy Star, Victor Krummenacher & many more!!

Learn to play in clean, safe environment with
easy freeway and bus access!

To book your lessons contact Paul:

650.303.5291
PJOlguin@comcast.net
www.PaulOlguin.com

or The Voice Studio:

415.648.4088
info@thevoicestudio.org

Private Bass Lessons are $50 per half hour, $90 per hour


  Classes

8 - Week Intensive
Combined Level I & Level II Class:

Jan 15th - March 4th 2011
Vocal Technique & Performance:

Dear friends and singers,

I am honored to present the next series of Group Vocal Classes starting Jan 15th! Registration has started and we are looking forward to hearing from you soon! To register for the class or private lessons with Alexys, click the Enroll button (above) sign up and pay online or you may please send a reply via email to alexy@alexysparis.com and reserve your spot.

Group vocal classes at The Voice Studio provide you with the highest standard of group vocal instruction, solid, long lasting results in a professional and fun environment.

Group Vocal Class - Jan 15th - March 4th 2012
8-week class intensive "Vocal Technique & Performance"

Unique Instructions: A combination of Speech Level Singing® Technique and Vocal Performance with Spiritual Emotion
Level I: introduction to vocal technique and performance
Prerequisite: Ability to sing a song in tune
Level II: application of technique and performance skills in a more advanced way
Prerequisite: Level I or workshop "What is SLS?" and performance experience

Sundays (8 sessions):
Wk 1.Jan 15th, 4:00pm-6:00pm - Vocal Technique & Solo Performances
Wk 2.Jan 22nd, 4:00pm-7:00pm - SLS Vocal Technique & Solo Performances
Wk 3.Jan 29th, 4:00pm-7:00pm - Mic Tech/Stage Presence/Touching & Audience, Solos
Wk 4.Feb 5th, 4:00pm-6:00pm - Group Performance Song(s) & Solo Songs
Wk 5.Feb 12th, 4:00pm-6:00pm - Group Performance Song(s) & Solo Songs
Wk 6.Feb 19th, 4:00pm-6:00pm - Group Performance Song(s) & Solo Songs
Wk 7.Feb 26th, 4:00pm-6:00pm - Group Performance Song(s) & Solo Songs
Wk.8.March 4th, 7pm (Performance Showcase)

Registration Fees:
•Basic 8-Week Vocal Technique & Performance Package: $350 (incl. registration fee)
•Advantage 8-Week Vocal Technique & Performance Package: + 2 Half Hr Private Voice Lessons $430
•Premium 8-Week Vocal Technique & Performance Package: + 4 Half Hr Private Voice Lessons $490

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Vocal Technique & Performance Class Description

Every class begins with stretching the body and breathing exercises to get the body prepared for singing. Then Speech Level Singing® (SLS) vocalises are applied to the voice as warm-ups for proper vocal functioning in the SLS methodology. Each student receives a pre-recorded compact disc of SLS vocalises for daily practice during the weeks. (However, students who are studying privately should use their private lesson CDs, as the vocal exercises given there are a more appropriate "prescription" to cure any bad habits and advance the student. Private lessons are encouraged to achieve the fastest vocal development.) After group warm-ups, each student sings solos of their choice and receives constructive and supportive feedback from classmates and the instructor to improve technique, style and overall performance. The class is always very supportive and the instructor makes sure all are sharing constructive and honest feedback towards the goal of improvement.

The second and third classes of the series are very important. In week two, a one-and-a-half hour lecture and class discussion is engaged regarding the voice's functionality and why the Speech Level Singing Technique® is very successful. The topic is entitled "Getting To Know Your Vocal Instrument." Utilization of certain SLS tools is covered to explain how the technique enhances vocal tone, strength, ease, range, agility, vibrato, confidence, and achieves vocal balance, making it easier to sing. In week three, a one-and-a-half hour lecture and class discussion is engaged regarding Mic Technique, Stage Presence & Vocal Performance. The topic is entitled "Using Your Spirit In Vocal Performance". Secrets are given in how to touch an audience with emotion. Please be in attendance for these two weeks...


“The Voice Studio”, 1399 18th Street (corner of Missouri St), San Francisco, CA 94107.



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