private lessons

View the spring 2012 lesson schedule…

“I have had a deeply enriching experience as a student of Kate’s. She is a very attentive instructor who is able to identify what each student needs to work on, communicate this effectively, and offer a practical tool base to assist in the integrated development of each individual vocalist. Kate offers a wide variety of musical sensibilities that make learning from her a truly joyful experience.” – Jocelyn H.

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To set up an e-mail consultation, please contact me Please be sure to also include your telephone number in your message.

To book a lesson, please check the schedule at the bottom of this page and send me note at help! with your choice of day(s), date(s) and time(s). I will confirm by e-mail.

All skill levels and ages are accepted. Private lessons are divided into regular seasons of fall (mid-September to mid-December) and spring (mid-January to the end of May) seasons. I also offer summer lessons by appointment, as my schedule is irregular. Please please contact me at help! if you are interested in summer instruction.

Each student has different needs and requires a personal approach. I teach everything from vocal technique to chart writing, performance techniques, and jazz improvisation, and the atmosphere is casual and friendly while still getting our work done.

I also work with out-of-town students and groups who may wish to book a longer personal lesson/workshop of 2-4 hours. Please Group Classes and Workshops.

FAQ

How do I get a schedule of available lesson times?: See the spring 2012 lesson schedule.
Do I need to come weekly? Once a month?: Lesson frequency is up to the student, depending on how much time they have to practice between lessons and other personal variables. Once a week, bi-weekly, monthly, once or twice a season; students can make their own schedules.
When do you teach?: As I also teach at Capilano University and Vancouver Community College, private instruction time is limited to Wednesday and Thursday evenings 5–8 pm. For out of town students, I am occasionally able to book a weekend date.
How long are the lessons?: One hour each.
How much do lessons cost?: $50 each (per hour).
Do you book lessons for two people?: Generally no. I do offer group instruction, but if you are a singing duo looking for coaching we could arrange something. Contact me at help!
May I record my lesson to take home?: Absolutely yes! If you have a recording device, you are free to record the session.
Where is your studio?: My home studio is on Vancouver’s east side in the Commercial Drive area. It’s easy to get here by Skytrain, bus or car. Contact me at help! for directions.

spring 2012 schedule of available lesson times

(updated 27 April 2012)

To book a lesson, please check the schedule and send me note at help! with your choice of day(s), date(s) and time(s). I will confirm by e-mail.

Thu 10 May at 5 and 7pm

summer lessons

Summer lessons are not on a regular schedule. If you are interested please contact me at help! and we will see if our schedules match.

2012 fall schedule

The fall schedule will be posted in early September. Please check back, or contact me at help! if you need fall dates in advance.