Carol-Anne Drescher: Performer and Music Teacher
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Located now in Westbury, NY.
Hello! My name is Carol-Anne and I am a full-time performer and music teacher with a passion for spreading the joy that music creates.
I have 8 years of experience teaching piano and voice lessons to anyone from 5 years old to adult learners. I enjoy teaching all skill levels and walks of life, and tailor my teaching to the experience and goals of each individual student. My sincere hope is to give you the ability to continue your love and practice of music throughout your life.
My expertise in music includes being a full-time performer. I am always practicing what I preach! I perform piano/vocal entertainment mainly (occasionally also bass and drums), and am comfortable with anything from being background music to a party to providing an interactive, sing-along request show to singing a high energy dance party! I have 10 years of experience as a professional church singer and pianist, 7 as a dueling piano player (via Howl at the Moon, Flying Ivories, Savage Pianos and more) and 4 with wedding bands in the NYC area (Dane Wright Band via Hank Lane Music).
Originally from Annapolis, Maryland, I have a Bachelor of Music degree in vocal/piano performance from James Madison University.
I currently am teaching out of my home in Westbury, your home if you are nearby, or online via Skype or whatever is your preferred program. I would love to accompany you on wherever your musical journey takes you!
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Hired 16 times
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10 years in business
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2021
Services offered
Music types
Band
Vocals
Guitar
Piano
Event type
Wedding reception
Wedding ceremony
Birthday party
Cocktail hour
Music genres
Pop / top 40
Rock / classic rock
Covers
Variety
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Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
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Patrick K.
Jul 23, 2020
I have been taking lessons with Carol Anne for over seven months and have learned more about theory and voice in that time than over the last ten years learning on my own. I never possessed the confidence to sing in public until taking lessons with Carol Anne. She quickly helped me understand my voice and potential. I was always a guitar player who was reluctant to utilize my voice. A relative was insistent that she wanted me to sing at her husband’s wake. Realizing this relative was not going to take no for an answer I went searching for Voice coach. Within three weeks Carol Anne implanted the skill and confidence to allow me pull off this event/challenge.
Even though my initial reason for taking Voice was successful, I continued lessons with Carol Anne due to the enjoyment of opening up a whole new musical avenue. She helped me find what I needed to work on. Carol Anne provided challenges that allowed me to better understand my capabilities and taught me the skills necessary to gain a higher understanding of music. Thru Carol Anne’s talents she helped me strengthen my voice, expand my range, and help me add a personal touch to songs.
On top of being an highly skilled, knowledgeable and passionate teacher, she is just an easy person to be around. I felt that I could experiment very freely with my voice in front of her, which is something I didn’t feel comfortable doing around many people. Now, I love singing in front of others.
I would have zero reservations recommending her to anyone looking for a music coach in any capacity.
Emily O.
Jul 23, 2020
Carol anne is an amazing performer and one of my favorite people to work with. Her knowledge of the profession and talent are things others should strive for. She is amazing!
Robert C.
Jul 23, 2020
Carol Anne is an exceptional performer, teacher and a consummate professional. She is timely in responding to matters pertaining to work and has shown up early to every gig I have ever hired her for.
Additionally I have felt comfortable sending students her way when I could not teach them myself.
She is a hard-working, talented musician and a pleasure to work with.
Alexandra W.
Jul 24, 2020
Carol Anne is an all-around AMAZING teacher. She is extremely caring and always went the extra mile to make sure I understood each topic we were discussing at the time. As a singer, she truly challenged me and constantly pushed me to learn more about myself and my body, two things that are highly important when it comes to vocal technique and performance. She also has an insane amount of experience performing live and if you ever get the chance to see her, I highly recommend it! Don’t miss out on an amazing opportunity to work with this unbelievably talented woman. 5 stars!!
Matthew L.
Oct 19, 2020
I've been working with Carol-Anne for the last few months. It is EXACTLY what I was hoping my experience of learning the piano was going to be. I am learning more and more every time we meet. Carol-Anne is extremely knowledgable and adjusts the pace of her teaching to the pace you are looking to learn and grow!
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