Jennifer | Teacher #2310
About Jennifer
Jennifer is a dedicated singer-songwriter and voice teacher offering lessons from her studio in Whitby and online. She teaches voice, music theory, and additional skills like RCM Advanced Rudiments, ensuring a comprehensive musical education. Jennifer holds an RCM Grade 8 in Classical Vocal and has extensive experience both on stage and in teaching. Fluent in English, she provides a nurturing environment that focuses on the physicality of sound and emotional expression through music. Jennifer has been recognized with numerous awards and distinctions for her vocal talents. Her lessons are available both online and in her studio. Book an interview with Jennifer to explore enriching and dynamic music lessons.
Voice Singer-Songwriter Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Solfege RCM - Advanced Rudiments RCM - Basic Rudiments
Online Lessons In Studio Lessons
Classical Jazz Country Pop Rock Rock and Roll Heavy Metal Folk Broadway Musicals Celtic Progressive Rock Rhythm and Blues
English
Teaching Philosophy
Music is the universal language with deep, innate roots that transcend all other forms of communication. I believe that a solid understanding of the physicality of sound coupled with traditional theoretical knowledge creates a genuine, sustainable relationship with the voice or instrument and music as a whole. As my students become more familiar and comfortable with their abilities, we delve into the message or intrinsic passion that the piece may require and focus on portraying that message during performance. I encourage my students of all ages and experience levels to practice as repetition and consistency will always a better musician make. Through fun, positive engagement and kind attention to obstacles, students thrive. Lastly, I listen and adapt to my students needs in the moment. I believe we learn so much about ourselves and the world through music, whether we are listening, writing, playing and this is mirrored outwards. By teaching, solidifying my knowledge through repetitious translation and helping others, I gain wisdom and grow as a person.
Musical Education
Grade 8 Classical Vocal - Royal Conservatory of Music Grade 5 Music History - Royal Conservatory of Music Advanced Rudiments - Royal Conservatory of Music When I was fourteen I began my live-stage career landing a role in "Alice In The Orchestra" where I played Alice and had the delight to play with multiple Orchestras in Parry Sound for the Festival of Sound and the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra to name a few. At age 23 I taught myself guitar to allow the music inside of me a vessel to find its way out. I now work as a songwriter developing my solo sound, helping other artists paint their visions and am currently hired by Midas King Records to write for two artists in the UK. Last year I released my first solo record, a landmark of hard work and persistence. I work out of my home studio in Whitby, Ontario where I enjoy learning and recording new instruments such as bass, piano, ukelele, harmonica, kalimba and the hanging drum. I am grateful for the opportunities that have come my way and the pillars of musical knowledge that have driven my journey: Donna Brindle, Gene DiNovi and my parents.
Awards and Distinctions
Here is a list of awards and accomplishments: Richmond Hill Music Festival - Outstanding Achievement in the Vocal Category - 1997 Pickering Rotary Music Festival - Voice Grade 3 List A - First Place - Vocal - 1998 - Voice Grade 3 List B - First Place - Vocal - 1998 - Sacred Solo - Second Place - Vocal - 1998 - Canadian Composers - Third Place - Vocal - 1998 - Traditional Folk - First Place - Vocal - 1998 Davenport Music Festival - Grade Five - Second Place - Vocal - 1998 - Operetta/Broadway - First Place - Vocal - 1998 - Canadian Composers - Second Place - Vocal - 1998 - Sacred Solo *Under age 25* - First Place - Vocal - 1998 Kiwanis - Boy/Girl Solo- Schubert - First Place - Vocal - 1999 - Folk Song with Piano - Second Place - Vocal - 1999 - Musical Voices Broadway 15 & Under - Second Place - Vocal - 1999 RCM - Grade 2 Examination in Rudiments - First Class Honours with Distinction RCM - Grade 2 Examination in Singing - First Class Honours with Distinction RCM - Grade 3 Examination in Singing - First Class Honours RCM - Grade 4 Examination in Singing - First Class Honours RCM - Grade 6 Examination in Singing - First Class Honours RCM - Grade 7 Examination in Singing - First Class Honours RCM - Grade 8 Examination in Singing - First Class Honours Winner of Battle of the Bands with StoneAngel in 2008
Special Skills and Trainings
~ From the ages of seven until the age of fifteen I competed rigorously through the Ontario circuit accumulating a stock of vocal awards from the Kiwanis, Davenport, Arts Richmond Hill and Pickering Rotary Music Festivals. ~ I was a member of ACTRA from 1995 - 2007, in my first feature film at the age of 5 and have worked alongside names such as Whoopi Goldberg, Geena Davis, Samuel Jackson, Lindsay Lohan and Levar Burton. Working as an actor helped me understand the depths and complexities of human emotion which I translate to my students when I explain that they can simply sing the music or feel the movement of the music and express themselves within the song. ~ I trained and showed horses competitively for many years and although teaching animals is NOT the same as educating students, there are parallels that can be drawn and take away traits that I incorporate when working with a student. Clear delivery of a message is crucial for the best possible outcome to be reached. Patience and persistence are paramount when overcoming hurdles and obstacles. Trust must be in place when encouragement is necessary to reach an achievement previously thought impossible.
Lessons in a music studio
Jennifer offers lessons from her studio. Map locations are approximate and based on the postal code of the teacher’s studio. The full address will be provided upon registration.Lessons on an online platform
Jennifer 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:
Jennifer 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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