The Singers Studio

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Ei G.

Jun 9, 2021

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I don't really know where to begin with how amazing of a teacher Richard is. He's beginner friendly. I came in with a very limited skill set, and knowledge base. After only a month he has gotten me singing in a more consistent, comfortable tone. He is willing to go above and beyond for his students, his positive attitude has yet to fail in making me feel both relaxed, and confident enough to find my voice. Richard uses great analogies to help understand the concepts. Even on a bad day I seem to be able to find my voice thanks to his guidance, not a single lesson, or a shred of advice has gone unappreciated by me. For both his professionalism, his knowledge, and Richard as a person I cannot recommend him enough.

Details: 18 - 25 years old • No, the student cannot read music • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Musical theater • 60 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet)

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Nick J.

Nov 11, 2020

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Richard is a great teacher and coach. You can tell he really cares about his students and is generous with his time. I have been taking lessons with him to improve my speaking voice and he has been teaching me how to improve my breath and my tone towards both speaking and singing. Highly recommended!

Details: 18 - 25 years old • Yes, the student can read music • No formal training • What the teacher recommends • 60 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet)

Singing Lessons

Bree S.

Nov 11, 2020

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I started vocal training when I was about seven years old, maybe younger. And I took private lessons from 5th grade until I graduated high school. I went 6 years with absolutely nothing and then decided to try private lessons again because I miss singing. In just 5 lessons, Richard has improved exponentially upon what all of those teachers and directors were able to produce from me over 10 years. Richard has really broken down for me the fundamentals of singing, how it works, how different things can feel and how it should feel. And he’s really taken the pressure off and allowed me to just enjoy singing and the things my voice can do. The lessons are easy, anyone can do them. He gives you really simple three or four note scales to do and explains everything. If you’re a visual learner like I am, Richard will be perfect for you, he explains everything with fun visualizations and he’ll keep giving you different suggestions until you find something that clicks. In barely any lessons at all, my voice has become brighter, clearer, prettier and most importantly, I understand why, and how to get it there every single time I sing. Richard is so kind, so much fun and really positive. I encourage everyone who wants to sing, whether professionally or just because they love it, to give Richard a try.

Details: 18 - 25 years old • No, the student cannot read music • 4+ yrs of formal training • Musical theater • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location

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Jennifer N.

Sep 9, 2020

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WONDERFUL, PHENOMENAL, SUPPORTIVE TEACHER! I started my lessons with Rich over a year ago. I came to him with little experience, without technique and at the same time experiencing a sore and hoarse voice during singing. I knew I loved to sing and had some pieces of the puzzle but was unable to put them together. Some key things I've learned over the past year is to open up my voice, supportive breathing, blend voices and even went up two octaves, something I thought was never possible. From the beginning, he's shown patience, set clear and attainable goals which I've reached quickly! When I have trouble hitting notes, he never says anything negative and gently encourages ways to work my voice using technique. He tailors the lesson to me, allows me to pick and choose the music I want to learn and does not follow a "method" or standard voice lessons that many teachers ask students to go by. In addition, he introduces me to a variety of genres in order to expand my repertoire. With the strong foundation Rich has provided, I'm now saving my voice, started developing proper technique and hear and feel myself improving with each lesson. Whether you’ve a beginner, need to brush up on skills or a professional I highly encourage you to try a lesson with Rich.

Details: 45 - 64 years old • No, the student cannot read music • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Pop • Musical theater • Classical • Opera • What the teacher recommends • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location

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Bob M.

Apr 11, 2021

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Hired on Thumbtack

Richard is a great guy. He got right back to me with all my options and pricing. I have noticed right away a boost in the power of my voice after just a couple lessons. Very easy to talk to and uses great analogies to understand the concepts. Very happy with the lessons.

Details: 45 - 64 years old • No, the student cannot read music • No formal training; some self-taught experience • Pop • 45 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet)

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FAQs

• What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

  I do offer a special rate for any students signing up for 6 lessons or more at a time

• What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

  I listen to their voice and identify their specific needs and goals. Focusing on what they are looking to make happen, collectively we will put together a plan to accomplish their goals using a healthy proven technique and. approach. This encompasses a combination of time-tested vocal exercises, concepts, and music. A student will be singing with control, confidence, and ease within a few lessons!

• What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

  I grew up in a musical environment, my mother being a classical pianist, my brother and sister playing instruments and performing in bands. I have played piano since I was a child, violin since I was 14 years old and performed with the Junior Philharmonic Orchestra of California in numerous celebrity concerts. I have written Pop/R&B music. I studied music and sang in choirs and as a soloist, as well as performed in many Musical Theater productions throughout High School. I have been awarded Scholarships and awards for singing, I was chosen accepted to the Vocal Department at California Institute of the Arts for Opera and Classical Music with an emphasis in Musical Theater. While there I studied with world-renowned artists from all over the world In every aspect of music from solfeggio and ear training to being trained in various languages and coached on all styles of music. I demonstrate everything I ask my students to do vocally, and accompany students on the piano for scales and songs. I also can transpose music at sight into the student's key.