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Introduction: Live Music Events - DJ & Live Music Services - Music School in Taos, NM We provide DJs, live music, audio equipment rentals, silent discos and more to Northern New Mexico and Southern Colorado. We also provide private & group music lessons in your home in or near Taos or online. Co-owner & music teacher Arielle is 1/2 of the Alternative Electronic duo ANIMA! and the solo alias Magic Woman. Arielle has been writing and performing music internationally for over 10 years and has collaborated with many artists such as Dirty South and Rasmus Faber. She also writes music for brands and media such as Mercedes and MasterCard.

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Hired 33 times

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1 employee

12 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.

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2021

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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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Destiny G.

Feb 21, 2021

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So far I have done 1 lesson with Arielle & it was lovely. She provided me with simple vocal exercises I could do daily, to help warm up my voice before singing. With some vocal coaches, they have repertoire that they provide you with at the beginning, which is fine. But what I really did like about Arielle, is that instead of assigning me repertoire in the beginning, she wanted me to choose something that I personally wanted to practice. The icing on the cake is that she attended Berklee College of Music, & that’s the school that I’m currently attending, just the online version. I would definitely recommend her, especially for beginner singers that are unsure of where to start. Thanks Arielle 😊

Details: 18 - 25 years old • No, the student cannot read music • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Opera • Pop • R&B • Jazz • Rock • Gospel • Musical theater • Classical • What the teacher recommends • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location • Remotely (phone or internet)

Weird Bird Music's reply

Thanks so much destiny! Looking forward to more lessons with you!

Singing Lessons

Elizabeth S.

Jul 22, 2020

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Arielle uses our full time together to teach song writing in a systematic way that’s perfect for my beginner level. I wrote music in my first session with her, which was a pleasant surprise and shows her style of teaching and then practically applying it right away. Great classes so far.

Details: Lessons • Complete songwriting • Rock/Pop • R&B • Dance • At the pro’s location

Weird Bird Music's reply

Thanks girl!

Songwriting

Jen M.

Jan 17, 2022

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I have never sung before but always wanted too. I reached out to Arielle. She was quick to response and we set up the first lesson within a day. During the 30’ lesson she was efficient in learning my status and gave me a lesson to start. I’m excited to learn more from her.

Details: 45 - 64 years old • Yes, the student can read music • No formal training • Pop • 30 minutes • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

Singing Lessons

Nancy P.

May 6, 2021

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Arielle is very professional and easy to work with. She listens to what you’re trying to achieve and directs you appropriately. She’s very good at what she does!

Details: 65 years or older • No formal training; some self-taught experience • Yes, can read music staff • Acoustic • Classical • Yes, the student has an instrument • 30 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet)

Weird Bird Music's reply

Thank you so much Nancy you are a great student and I'm so happy to get to work with you!

Guitar Lessons

Carlos O.

Feb 15, 2021

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Very knowledgeable! Understood my experience level and knew exactly where to start the lesson. I can’t wait for more lesson!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training; some self-taught experience • No, cannot read music • Acoustic • Country • What the teacher recommends • Jazz • Folk • Classical • Rock • Blues • Yes, the student has an instrument • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location

Weird Bird Music's reply

Thanks Carlos! Same here!!

Guitar Lessons

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Arielle Vakni

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I offer a free lesson for any student who refers a new student to the studio 🙂
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
If a customer reaches out I will set up a call with them to discuss what they're looking for, present details about the businesss and answer any questions. If we both want to move forward, we will set up a trial lesson and see how it goes. The customer can then decide if they'd like to continue with lessons or their gig and either set up a recurring schedule or book a more flexible schedule through my online appointment system.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I studied songwriting at Berklee which also required me to take classes in ear training, harmony, conducting, music history, arranging, recording and production, film scoring, vocal performance, guitar, piano, bass, ukulele, and music business. I also have over 10 years experience with writing for film, tv, brands and other musical artists.