Desiree | Teacher #2536
About Desiree
Desiree, an impassioned vocal instructor, offers online lessons in voice, music theory, solfege, and music history. Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Classical Voice Performance at York University, her extensive musical education includes training under renowned mentors. With a focus on healthy singing and emotional connection to music, Desiree creates a nurturing environment for her students. Fluent in English, she shares her lifelong love for music, ensuring enriching experiences. Book an interview now for transformative online vocal lessons with Desiree.
Voice Music History Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Solfege
Online Lessons
Classical Country Pop Broadway Musicals Rhythm and Blues Baroque
English
Teaching Philosophy
My teaching philosophy revolves around 3 things. 1) Healthy singing! We want to be able to sing for as long as possible, so it is very important that we sing in a healthy way that won't cause damage to our instrument. 2) Making a connection between yourself, the music and the audience. You can have the loveliest voice out there, but if you can't connect to the song or touch the audience with your music, then all it will be is a nice performance. What really matters is how the music makes you feel and connecting with the audience. 3) Having fun! This is a space to play and create. It is so important to have fun with your craft, otherwise why do it? Music has been a part of my life since i was child and it has been a part of my family for generations. Music is the need to show the innermost parts of ourselves and lay them bare for an audience, in the hopes that we can make at least one single connection with another human being. Creating and connecting is the reason we keep going as a species. Math, science and medicine are why we survive, but the arts are why we thrive.
Musical Education
- Pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Classical Voice Performance at York University. - Studied under the guidance of Michael Donovan and Stephanie Bogle during my time at York University. - Completed the Music Theatre Workshop with The Singer's Studio at Wilfrid Laurier University. - Enrolled in voice and piano training at the Ontario Conservatory of Music from age seventeen to age twenty.
Special Skills and Trainings
- Participated in the Classical Ensemble led by Dr. Lisette Canton. - Taught voice and beginner piano at the same studio for a year at the age of 23. - Extensive stage experience starting from age 13 with various theatre groups including Meadowvale Youth Theatre, Class Productions, Meadowvale Music Theatre, The Oakville Players, and Longreach Opera Workshop.
Lessons on an online platform
Desiree can provide online instruction. While other platforms are possible BAH strongly recommends the use of the Zoom video conferencing platform as it is optimized for music lessons and audio quality.Reviews
Associate Teacher Lesson Rates:
Desiree is a Beethoven at Home Associate Teacher
- 30 minutes: $39
- 45 minutes: $49
- 60 minutes: $59
Home visit fee: $15 minimum fee. Teachers may negotiate a higher travel fee if the travel distance is longer than they are comfortable with. Most arrangements use the minimum fee.
One-Time Family Registration: $25. This covers your entire family for life - once you're in, everyone can take lessons!
Our Promise to You
Getting Started Together
We don't offer free trials, but we do something better - a relaxed 2-lesson getting-to-know-you period. You can pause anytime with just 24 hours notice. After your third lesson, we ask for a friendly 2-lesson heads up if you need to stop.
Life Happens - We Get It
Give us 24 hours notice for any cancellation or reschedule and you'll receive full credit. Planning a family vacation or summer break? Perfect - just let us know a day ahead and we'll pause your lessons.
When You're Under the Weather
If illness strikes with short notice (less than 24 hours), you'll still be charged since your teacher has reserved that time. However, most teachers are happy to offer makeup lessons when possible - they have the final say, especially if last-minute cancellations become a pattern.
Stopping Lessons
Need to take a break? We just ask for a 2-lesson notice:
Weekly lessons = 2 weeks notice
Every other week = 3 weeks notice
Twice weekly = 1 week notice
Summer breaks are different - no notice period needed when you return in the fall!
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