Teaching
Rachael offers voice lessons at her private studio in central Halifax. Specializing in contemporary styles and vocal health, she provides support to singers developing their skills, as well as advanced coaching for experienced musicians. Rachael focuses on providing instruction for adults & teens.
- Rachael offers both in-person & virtual lessons
- Anyone can book a one-off lesson! See Rachael's booking calendar below
- Rachael has an Online Training Program - app based - to help keep your muscles working between lessons
- Slots for regular training are fully booked for 2024
*Rachael's studio is currently full for regular private training. Click the link below to book one-off lessons.
*One-off lessons are encouraged for folks preparing for an audition, working on an album, an upcoming performance, are current Patreon students of Rachael, folks who want to check-in on technique, or for other project based activities.
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"Just started working with Rachael a few months ago and have noticed such a difference in my vocal performance. I can't wait to go back for more training. I love her approach to teaching, as an artist with no formal musical training, she makes it very easy to understand. :)" - Maggie Andrew (Local Musician)
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" I really appreciate how flexible and genuine of a person Rachael is and even though we were working online over zoom because I was out of town for a few months, I felt like I was right there with her. I would recommend for all stages of singers"
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Rachael has an online training program based on a monthly subscription model with new videos posted every 2-weeks. Most of Rachael's students subscribe to the app to keep their training consistent.
Teaching Philosophy - Rachael's main goals while teaching are to increase awareness and control of of the voice all while having fun! This includes learning how to maintain vocal freedom, and a sustainable practice, learning and unlearning mental, physical and environmental barriers related to the voice, all while creating a safe space to make music together. Rachael has an institutional background in both Classical singing and Contemporary Commercial Music styles. Unlearning restrictive practices while learning new ways to approach technique, alternative education methods, building a positive teacher-student relationship, and singing music by musicians who are underrepresented in typical music study, are all important to Rachael's teaching philosophy and studio community.
Rachael offers three recital opportunities per year for students to gain performance experience.
Rachael does not prepare students for RCM exams or competitions such as Kiwanis. Rachael firmly believes in the freedom of contemporary styles and teaching methodologies and aims to foster self-driven motivation as a tool for developing a positive, lifelong, relationship with music.
Rachael offers three recital opportunities per year for students to gain performance experience.
Rachael does not prepare students for RCM exams or competitions such as Kiwanis. Rachael firmly believes in the freedom of contemporary styles and teaching methodologies and aims to foster self-driven motivation as a tool for developing a positive, lifelong, relationship with music.
"I look forward to lessons with Rachael every week! I've been taking voice lessons with Rachael for about a year and a half, and I've noticed such fantastic, consistent growth. Rachael's lessons are always positive experiences. Warm-ups often focus on music theory, which has been incredibly helpful for me." - Emma, (Professional Actor)
I've been working with Rachael on and off for a few years and it's always been such a pleasure! She is wonderfully talented and an exceptional teacher who can tailor her lessons well to various students".- Gracie, (BFA Theatre Student, MUN)
I took a handful of lessons with Rachael to brush up on some vocal technique, and I cannot recommend her enough. Her knowledge and ear as a musician, as well her compassion and patience as a human, are unmatched. The fact that I was able to get so much out of just a few lessons (over Zoom, no less!) speaks to the mastery and expertise of her craft. Whether you are a beginner learning new skills, or an experienced musician looking to refine your abilities,Rachael is amazing at meeting you where you're at and bringing you to the next level " - Katelyn, (Choral Singer)
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