Teaching Philosophy I am committed to teaching students a healthy way to handle their voice.  My mission is to help each student maximize the potential of his or her voice by learning to control the registers, colors, and placement, while growing in their ability to interpret and communicate songs.  My technique focuses on deep breathing, combined with proper body alignment, and releasing muscle tension. I believe that classical vocal technique can be the foundation for any style of singing, whether it is for opera, Broadway, folk, or pop.  I have taught students of all ages and levels and am willing to adadpt my teaching style to meet the goals and needs of my students. While musical excellence is at the heart of my teaching philosophy, I feel it should never be at the expense of the joy of learning, creating and performing music.  I long for each student to gain confidence, to communicate a message to their audience, and to thoroughly enjoy the gift of music. Biography I have a Bachelors and a Masters degree in music and have been teaching students of all levels for over 15 years.  I am also an active opera singer and recitalist, performing in New York, New Jersey, and Illinois.  For more information, please see my detailed bio. 2008 Rates & Locations $30 for a half an hour $50 for an hour I teach out of my home in Riverdale, located off of Johnson Ave. and 236th Street.  If you have allergies, please be advised that I have a dog.  She will be kept in a separate room during your lesson. I am also willing to consider teaching at your home.  You must provide a piano or a full-size standing keyboard and be accessable by public transportation.  There is an additional $15 fee for this service. I am also willing to meet you in Manhattan for an additional $25 studio rental fee. For more information or to schedule a lesson, please send an email to: christina@christinarohm.com