Lessons

DEVELOP YOUR TONE

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LEARN PROPER BREATHING & TECHNIQUE

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EXPAND YOUR RANGE

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OVERCOME STAGE FRIGHT

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BOOST YOUR CONFIDENCE

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DEVELOP YOUR TONE ✦ LEARN PROPER BREATHING & TECHNIQUE ✦ EXPAND YOUR RANGE ✦ OVERCOME STAGE FRIGHT ✦ BOOST YOUR CONFIDENCE ✦

Voice

Crystal Stark owns and operates Crescendo Vocal School, providing the highest quality vocal instruction to singers of all abilities and talent levels. Stark welcomes singers of all ages (starting at age 8) to grow their natural vocal talent through proper posture, breathing, vowel shape/placement, and diction. Whether you are new to singing, or need help brushing up for an upcoming audition, Crescendo is for you! Classes are taught in person or through ZOOM. Find out more information HERE

Piano

Crystal primarily teaches beginning and intermediate piano students. She begins teaching students as young as age 5, and firmly believes you are never too old to start learning piano! Students are encouraged to have either a piano or weighted keyboard at home to practice with. Crystal teaches with a Kawai upright piano in my studio, and uses the Alfred’s piano teaching series.

**Ms. Stark is not currently offering piano lessons at this time**

 

THEORY

Crystal offers comprehensive theory, sight-singing, and ear training courses for those who are interested in expanding their musical knowledge. She uses the Alfred’s Essential’s of Music Theory curriculum as well as personally crafted worksheets and exercises to help students meet their music theory goals. Whether you’re sharpening your songwriting skills or preparing for regionals / all-state competitions, one-on-one lessons are the perfect way to deepen your musical knowledge.

AUDITION PREP

 If you are preparing for an important solo or audition, it is a good idea to get a professional opinion. Crystal will listen to your audition piece to assess it’s viability for your upcoming performance. This lesson will cover: how to introduce yourself, stage presence, vocal tone, diction, overcoming stage fright and audition do’s and don’ts to make sure you feel fully prepared for your performance.

What you can expect at a typical lesson

  • 5-10 minutes Physical Stretching

    5-10 minutes Breathing Exercises

    10-15 minutes Vocal Warm -Ups

    10 - 30 minutes Repertoire Work

  • Review of previously learned knowledge

    Introduction to new skills and concepts

    Ear-training and guided practice

    Homework Assignments, Quizzes and Tests

  • 10-15 minutes Vocal Warm -Up

    5-10 minutes Listening to audition piece

    20 – 30 minutes fine tuning problem areas

    10-20 minutes practical audition techniques

    **Audition Prep Lessons need to be at least 45 – 60 minutes in length**

  • Musical Styles Taught: Classical, Musical Theatre, Jazz, Pop, Rock, R&B

    Education: Bachelor of Music in Vocal Music Education, University of Arizona

    Memberships / Affiliations: National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS)

    PRICING:

    $35/ half-hour

    $50 forty-five minutes

    $70/ Hour

    Please be aware that lesson credits expire after 6 (six) months of purchase.

 
 

Crescendo Vocal School is a place for singers of all abilities to grow their voice in a healthy and fun environment. Crescendo focuses on all vocals, all the time and encourages students to find their true voice. Crescendo welcomes singers ages 8 and above to explore their range and talent through private or group lessons.