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Voice Lessons for Kids

Ages 8 - 11

This is a wonderful age to begin learning the foundational vocal skills for kids to grow into a healthy singing voice and to gain the musicianship skills kids will enjoy having for a lifetime.

Girl Practicing Piano

When to start lessons

Kids are ready to start private lessons as soon as they are able to pay attention for at least 30 mins of private instruction and to practice their assignments for 20-30 mins at least 4 days per week.

What you will need

  • Piano or Keyboard ~ Digital or Acoustic

    • A portable keyboard is fine and should be available for under $100​​​

  • Two (2) Three Ring Binders (Black)

  • Spiral-bound Staff Paper Notebook

Who is a good fit

Kids (and parents) who

  • value classical vocal technique

  • value comprehensive and serious musical and vocal foundations

  • ​want to learn appropriate and safe repertoire for their age and level

  • want to learn piano and theory basics to support their studies and deepen their musicality

  • are committed to the long-term, consistent study of the voice

  • are committed to consistent practice of topics, principles, vocalises, and repertoire we work on in the lessons.​

Suggested Opportunities for Kids

Having a goal in mind is a great motivator, as is seeing hard work pay off in positive ways. The following are recommended by not required opportunities to consider:

  • ABRSM Exams

  • NATS recitals & competitions

  • Local MTA recitals & competitions

Susanna's student (9 years old)
performs Schubert lieder
in recital in Washington, DC
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