CONTEMPORARY VOCAL INSTRUCTION
Rick meets with the student in the first lesson to discuss goals in detail, which then becomes the framework for the student’s study program.

A common question raised by prospective vocal students is “What makes a contemporary vocal instructor different from a traditional classical/Broadway instructor”?

The contemporary approach differs from classical in that there are more sub-divisions of music styles such as pop, rock, country, R&B and jazz. There are differences in tone production, and the rhythmic phrasing will vary in contemporary because of the stylistic variances in the music. A good voice teacher will include theory within the program in accordance with the goals of the student.

This is what Rick has to say about the teaching experience: "Teaching is truly a wonderful experience for me. This is work I was meant to do. It is immensely gratifying to teach others, and to discover and build on their innate ability to sing and perform. Watching students grow and exceed beyond their expectations is truly priceless."

TEACHING STUDIOS