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About
I am passionate about helping people develop and grow their vocal talent and love to help piano students grow from beginner to successful performers! Thru positive encouragement and fun, personalized lessons plans, I help build a strong base for whatever goals my students want to reach! I’ve been in the biz my whole life and teaching for 15 years!
Overview
Hired 60 times
Background checked
1 employee
14 years in business
Business hours
SunClosedMon12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2022
2021
Services offered
Musical style
Classical
Pop
Jazz
Work location
My customers travel to me
I travel to my customers
I work remotely (phone or internet)
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and value.
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Joseph K.
Apr 25, 2022
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Denise is AMAZING. I have never picked up the piano before and she was able to quickly assess who I am and where I want to be and the best path to get me there.
She is incredibly patient, encouraging, and perceptive to how I’m playing, how to best improve; and how I can practice to optimize our sessions (if I have the time) in between lessons. She has been very understanding and supportive of my very demanding work schedule when conflicts arise and make up times have to be scheduled.
I would recommend Denise to anyone at any age or skill level, and it’s just been a really fun learning experience overall. She’s the best!
Details: 26 - 44 years old • No, the student cannot read music • No formal training • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has a keyboard • 60 minutes • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)
Piano Lessons
Katherine M.
Nov 8, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
My daughter and I were both interested in lessons, but wanted different things out of them. Denise met both our needs immediately. We feel comfortable and enthusiastic about continuing our lessons, and would highly recommend her to anyone interested in vocal lessons! Thank you Denise!
Details: 14 - 17 years old • No, the student cannot read music • No formal training; some self-taught experience • Pop • R&B • What the teacher recommends • Rock • 30 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet)
denise JOY music studio's reply
Thank you! I love working with you ladies!
Singing Lessons
Grae A.
Oct 6, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Denise is WONDERFUL! She's fun, kind, and understanding. Her work ethic is responsive and flexible, and she makes even the most novice vocalist (me) look forward to the lessons. We do creative exercises, and even after the first lesson, I felt like my ear was more trained, and I could more readily make out the notes. If you're thinking of taking voice lessons, I highly recommend Denise!
Details: 26 - 44 years old • No, the student cannot read music • No formal training • R&B • Musical theater • Jazz • Gospel • What the teacher recommends • Country • 45 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet) • At the pro’s location
Singing Lessons
Spencer S.
Feb 18, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
I have felt my voice getting stronger and having a a blast with my time. It is 100% worth the value of lessons. Denise is very approachable, knowledgeable and makes lesson/singing fun!
Details: 26 - 44 years old • Yes, the student can read music • 2 - 4 yrs of formal training • Musical theater • Pop • What the teacher recommends • 45 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet)
denise JOY music studio's reply
Thanks for the excellent review!! I have enjoyed our time together so far!!
Singing Lessons
Bi S.
Mar 12, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
I absolutely love working with Denise! She made me feel confident and I could notice a huge difference in my voice within a few weeks.
Details: 26 - 44 years old • No, the student cannot read music • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Pop • R&B • What the teacher recommends • Jazz • Rock • 45 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet)
Singing Lessons
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Denise Hansen
FAQs
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
We have an initial meeting where we discuss goals and also do a vocal assessment using some simple warm ups and exercises! We then plan a strategy and set up our next block of lessons!!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I was trained at McNally Smith College of Music in St Paul MN. Vocal Performance Major. I’ve been in different music jobs (paid/volunteer) all my life! From theater to cover bands to church musician! For the past 10 years I have worked with people from various genres, punk rock to opera and everything in between!
How did you get started doing this type of work?
I started doing this work because I find great joy in helping people discover their own unique gifts! I love performing and have met many people that way and just love helping others prepare for their performances be that in theater, rock bands, school ensembles or for their church!
