teaching
“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 R. (student)
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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 two decades 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
- jazz styles and phrasing
- developing your own sound
- choosing and developing your repertoire
- improvising
- lead sheet preparation
- communicating with your accompanist(s)
- rehearsal techniques
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
Kate’s group instruction includes jazz workshops, group singing lessons, and vocal intensives.
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community choirs
Community choirs, and a variety of general interest performance classes. Perfect for beginners, amateurs, and professionals wanting to broaden their skills and knowledge-base.
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