Teaching Philosophy I am committed to teaching students a healthy way to handle their voices. 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 adapt 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 vocal music and have taught students of all levels for over 15 years. I have been a guest speaker for the New York State Orange County Music Educators' Association and have led several children's, youth, and adult choirs. I am an active opera singer and recitalist, who has performed across the U.S. as well as in Canada, Great Britain, South Korea, Hungary, and Hong Kong.  For more information, please see my detailed bio. 2009 Rates & Locations Voice lessons: $30 for a half an hour Voice lessons: $50 for an hour Beginning Piano lessons: $20 for a half an hour Beginning Piano lessons: $35 for an hour I teach out of my home in Riverdale (located near the Johnson Avenue shopping area and 235th Street) and am close to the  Bx10 and Bx20 bus.  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 or another location.  You must provide a piano or a full-size standing keyboard and be accessible by public transportation.  There is an additional $15 fee for this service. If you do not have a piano or key board in your home, I am also willing to meet you in Manhattan at a music studio for an additional $25 studio rental fee. Cancellation Policy Lessons must be canceled 24 hours in advance (unless there is an emergency).  Students will be charged for a full lesson if he or she fails to cancel without 24 hours notice.  Please call if you are going to be late.  I will do my best to accommodate you if I can, but I can not guarantee that you will receive a full lesson if you arrive late for your lesson time. For more information or to schedule a lesson, please send an email to: christina@christinarohm.com