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About
Allison provides:
-Vocal lessons (modern & classical)
-Piano Lessons (classical & chords)
-Various classes & coaching including theory, songwriting, & acting, mommy and me.
I can train any style and am always looking to learn more. If you have a question I can’t answer, I will direct you to the resources or find a answer for you.
I know how to train pop/rock voices and belting for musical theater. I am certified in the Lovetri Method and going through additional certifications with NYSTA. Also have gone through Estill training. I have training in counseling, anatomy, vocal injuries, acoustics and sound for singing, acting, songwriting, wellness, and child development.
Though my degree is in opera, my passion lies with commercial styles such as pop, country, R&B, and jazz. You can find my students at local high schools, gigging around California, community theaters, and auditioning for colleges (successfully!) around the nation.
Overview
Hired 128 times
Serves Fresno, CA
Background checked
4 employees
13 years in business
Business hours
SunClosedMon9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Payment methods
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2018
2017
Services offered
Interested musical styles
Pop
R&B
Musical theater
Jazz
Work location
My customers travel to me
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and value.
Excellent 4.9
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Marcie L.
Sep 25, 2024
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I started voice lessons about three months ago. It was always some thing that I wanted to do but now at 55. I decided it was the perfect time! What I didn’t know was Allison is the perfect teacher. The other day, my husband and I were watching a sporting event, and I started to sing the national anthem along with, the performer. My husband was floored that I could sing this song and managed to be on key. After 32 years of marriage it’s very nice to be able to surprise my husband.
Details: 45 - 64 years old • No, the student cannot read music • No formal training • What the teacher recommends • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)
Singing Lessons
Yolanda R.
Dec 23, 2020
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These sessions are more valuable than I anticipated. I'm getting way more information than I imagined. Such skill and knowledge transferred in a way that I can understand. And a nice personally is the bonus! Thank you Allison for being an AWESOME vocal coach!
Details: 45 - 64 years old • No, the student cannot read music • No formal training • R&B • Pop • Jazz • Rap • Gospel • What the teacher recommends • 30 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet) • At the pro’s location
Singing Lessons
Emma Z.
Oct 4, 2017
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Hired on Thumbtack
So far I am really enjoying working with Allison! She is so kind and clearly has a lot of knowledge on what she is teaching. I highly reccomend hiring her as a vocal coach!
Singing Lessons
Tonya P.
Oct 9, 2013
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Hired on Thumbtack
Allison did a great job of putting my daughter at ease during her first lesson, she is excited to continue her lessons. Allison is very positive and gives encouraging feedback.
Singing Lessons
Vicky W.
May 26, 2015
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She is fun with my 5 yr old. She keeps my little ones attention and that is hard to do with a 5 yr old. She makes it exciting to come to lessons and my little cant wait till Thursday's to see Allison
Piano Lessons
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Allison Boriack
FAQs
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
The first lesson is about getting to know you, your background, your goals, and then assessing the skills you already have. I also listen for any potential damage or problem spots in the voice.
After I have a good feeling about where you are, I have a general plan of where we’re going and how we’re going to get there.
The following lessons are about learning and executing various vocal tasks & technique including control of vocal anatomy, breath control, warming up, music reading (if desired), and repertoire work. By the end of your 2nd lesson, you'll know about breath and how to warm up.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Yes!
I have my bachelor's degree in Vocal peformance, focusing on opera and classical styles. I got certified in teaching Somatic Voicework in 2013. This is a 3 class, graduate level vocal pedagogy course focusing on teaching styles such as rock, pop, gospel,jazz, blues, and folk! It enables me to teach in these styles and have the credentials behind my name (Not just my experience) to do it! I'm also finishing up training in the Estill Voice Method and have various voice anatomy classes behind me. Other course I’ve taken include:
-18 undergraduate units in child development
-9 graduate credits in counseling
-Anatomy/Physiology of the Voice
-Wellness Practices for Singers
-Vocal Resonance & Acoustics
-Vocal Injuries & Habilitation for Singers
-Development & Aging of the Voice
How did you get started doing this type of work?
The honest truth: I never wanted to be a singing teacher- though I had my degree in singing. I loved performing, but felt uncertain about teaching.
In 2013 I was going through some medical issues, needed extra income so this started as a side hustle.…BUT the universe/God had other plans for me! Within 3 months, I had almost a full roster of students with no marketing! I was able to quit my desk job and made it my full time job. I found I absolutely loved teaching and have never looked back. I’ve been teaching now for 10 years and hope to continue the rest of my life. I love this work. I love my students. It is so fulfilling to me and I am so lucky to be able to teach and connect with so many wonderful people!
