teaching

private lessons | group instruction | performance master classes

“It took only one lesson before I was hooked on Kate’s teaching style. Her charismatic teaching techniques fill you with confidence to grow and develop your voice to its full potential.” —Angie Riano (student)

 

One of Canada’s most respected teachers of the art of jazz singing, Kate teaches private voice lessons and classes in Vancouver, BC. She is also a faculty member at both of Vancouver’s fine jazz/contemporary music programs, Vancouver Community College and Capilano University.

With over a decade of experience in private lessons, group instruction and performance master classes, Kate’s warm and personal approach covers many essential facets of the art, including:

• freeing your voice
• developing your own sound
• choosing and developing your repertoire
• improvising
• lead sheet preparation
• communicating with your accompanist(s)
• rehearsal techniques

Read what Kate’s private students say…

photo: Chris Cameron

private lessons

All skill levels and ages are accepted. To set up a consultation by e-mail or telephone, please contact Kate at help! (please be sure to include your telephone number in your message).

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group instruction

New Saturday morning workshops at Kate’s Studio!

Kate’s group instruction includes jazz workshops, group singing lessons, and vocal intensives.

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performance master classes

These classes get rave reviews! Kate’s performance master classes at her home studio provide an opportunity to perform and learn with a top jazz pianist in an intimate environment. Participate or just observe and learn.

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