Singing and piano lessons for all ages and levels. Whether you have never had any training before, or want to prepare for an audition or show, I welcome everyone!
I have my Bachelor of Music and have over 12 years teaching experience, as well as 20 years performing experience.
* Vocal Technique
Posture, Proper Support, Breathing, Register Blending, Range Finding, Control of Vibrato & Resonance, Easy High Notes, Power, Vocal Beauty, Speech Improvement, Innovation in Belting and Commercial Voice, Accent Reduction, Voice-Over Coaching, Ear Training, Theory
* Vocal Style
Precision and Authenticity in Pop, Rock, Country, R&B, Jazz, Musical Theater & Belting
* Performance
Gesture, Choreography, Anxiety Reduction, Lyric Interpretation, Audition Preparation, Mic Technique for Live Stage Work
* Vocal Health
Anatomy, Rehab, Voice Preservation for Touring Professionals, '8 Shows a Week' Protocol
Voted Runner-Up Best Vocal Coach in Vancouver, in the Georgia Straight "Best Of" edition 2007!
My teaching studio is located in Gastown:
-2 blocks from the Stadium Skytrain
-4 blocks from the Waterfront Skytrain & Seabus
-on major bus route
Testimonials "I started taking piano lessons ... after a year and a half of lessons with Jill, I have successfully passed my Grade 2 Royal Conservatory ... Jill is a talented and relaxed teacher that helps you learn at a pace that suits you ..." View Testimonial
"Jill made me feel so comfortable from the moment I met her ... In a few short weeks my range and power had noticeably improved, not to mention my confidence ..." View Testimonial
"Music washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life" - B.Auerbach
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