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About
I am a professional, award-winning classical singer, educator, and composer with a degree in classical voice performance earning my income solely from gig work for over a decade. Since moving to Portland in 2016, I have collaborated creatively with over fifty local artists in both classical and contemporary music; performed and recorded with more than thirty ensembles across genres; taught and mentored roughly two hundred amateur music students, ages 6-70, and assisted several dozen music students as they transitioned from avocational to professional by providing opportunities for and assistance with performances, original music production, collaboration, and engagement with Portland's art community. My primary work since March 2020 has been creating and releasing music with local artists, culminating in the release of three singles and two award-winning music scores. “1955” will be presented at an Oscar-qualifying film festival this fall. After a hiatus due to the pandemic, I am offering lessons again and will cap my roster at sixteen students.
As a music educator, I’m dismayed by the lack of accurate information online about singing. Attitudes regarding talent hinder learning and creativity and feed the musical homogeneity of chart-toppers funded and funneled through giants like Warner-Chappell. I want to dispel myths like “sing from the diaphragm.” I want everyone to know that vocal fold surgery is avoidable. I want to encourage and assist new music makers. Nobody is born singing. Nobody enters the world writing songs. You are capable and you have a valuable perspective to share with others! And I would be honored to assist you on your musical journey.
Our lessons will be rooted in vocology, the science and practice of voice habilitation, and include exercises for vocal health addressing a variety of needs and structured around balancing all three parts of the vocal mechanism: breath, phonation, and resonance; how to troubleshoot during practice so that you may be your own teacher throughout the week and going forward; insight into compositional techniques. The core of our work will explore creativity and implore you to use your own unique voice.
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2018
2017
Services offered
Subjects of interest
Fundamentals (pitch, rhythm, chords, etc.)
Harmonization
Counterpoint
Music subjects (notation, analysis, ear training)
Level of experience
No experience
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Instrument student plays
Piano
Violin
Guitar
Drum
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Laurel B.
Feb 12, 2018
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It's hard to find the right piano teacher. But when I found Emily I knew I needed to look no further. I have been taking piano lessons on and off 20 years and within the first few lessons she taught me elements of theory and artistry that I had never seen from a teacher. She is patient, thoughtful and an expert in her craft. She listens and selects pieces that are inspirational to my taste and builds a curriculum to my skill level (intermediate) and pushes me just enough to help me feel confident while still learning new skills.
Piano Lessons (for adults)
Vicki L.
Feb 23, 2017
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Emily is very warm and good at coaxing! My son had been reluctant to practice and she came up with a way that now we do not have to remind him, he'll just go to the piano and play! My daughter is taking voice from her as well and is excited to come each lesson.
Piano Lessons (for children or teenagers)
Kari C.
Dec 28, 2016
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Emily has been a great piano instructor thus far. She moves at my pace and answers all of my curious questions. It's a very easy but productive process. I also really like that she asks about which songs inspire me and knows how to play them. She suggested keyboards and gives me homework but is okay with the fact that I'm busy and don't always get to practice. Definitely recommend!
Piano Lessons (for adults)
Alexandria S.
Jan 19, 2017
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Emily is fantastic. We are still working together and after a few months of practice my singing has improved so much. I'm actually preparing to sing in front of strangers again! (Which is NOT something she makes you do.) Her teaching style is very positive and constructive. I've always gotten helpful feedback and felt encouraged (even when frustrated) with my progress. If you want help singing, try her out!
Singing Lessons (for adults)
Dana F.
Feb 15, 2017
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Hired on Thumbtack
I had my free trial lesson and am very satisfied with Emily and her services. I am looking forward to my future lessons with her and how she will help me grow.
Singing Lessons (for adults)
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Emily Haswell
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
After a free consultation, students may purchase either a package of 5 lessons at a discount of 30%, or schedule single lessons at the full rate.
My rates are as follows:
60 minutes- $100
45 minutes- $80
30 minutes- $60
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I start with a free consultation. We will make our way through some exercises and discuss interests and goals. I'll email audio files for the exercises ahead of the consultation as there will be some latency over Zoom.
This consultation is a chance to determine if we are well-suited for each other before we delve into significant collaboration each week. I'm seeking students I can grow alongside!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Degree: Bachelors in Voice Performance from the University of Hawaii at Manoa
Teaching experience: 2007-present
Piano: 1995-present
Voice: 2008-present
Arranging and composition: 2005-present
