Throughout my life, singing & playing instruments have always been inspiring, connecting, and grounding activities for me. My love for music was always the light, and in the ninth grade, I decided that I was going to be a music teacher. The connection & guidance that music provides in my life greatly informs my teaching methods and philosophy today. I teach holistically, through mapping the body & bringing awareness to the sensations of singing. We will explore how our bodies experience sound and create a mindful technique where we improve the efficiency of your instrument, from the inside out. Singing is art and athletics fused — how our instrument feels is very important. The voice, like any other instrument, is just a mechanism, and once you understand the mechanism, you can use it to make whatever sounds you want!

Lessons are based in the physiology & science of the voice; we will create vocal “tools” for your individual toolbox, rather than a set of standardized exercises relevant to only a few genres. I always start from the bottom up - connecting to the body, the breath, and then the voice. This allows us to explore many vocal colors and shapes, coordinating our instruments for maximum control and artistry! I believe that music, particularly singing, is a powerfully healing but also vulnerable experience, and always keep that in mind during our lessons. I am gender affirming and trauma informed, and teach through the lenses of accessibility, inclusivity, and mindfulness. I aim to create a safe environment for all students to explore their instrument and their self-expression. Because of my own experience with neurodivergence and performance anxiety, our lessons together will be largely based in exploration/play, with the idea of the lesson as a collaborative experience, and there is never a “right” or “wrong” sound. Music is just a collection of sounds, anyway…

It is never too late to begin your musical journey - schedule a lesson today! I love getting to know students and helping them mold their technique for their personal goals, desires, and soul. Check out my Youtube for educational voice videos and performances!