FAQ

 

+ Do you only work with trans or queer singers?

Nope! While trans/queer clients are my primary focus, my services are available to everyone, regardless of orientation, identity or sex/gender.

+ Do I have to be a singer to coach with you?

Not at all. I work with voices, period. Regardless of whether you are a speaker or a singer, it's always a good idea to learn healthy techniques for using it.

+ What should I bring to a session?

Yourself, a bottle of water and sheet music for any music/text you'd like to work on during the session.

+ What's your cancellation policy?

Sessions must be canceled 24 hours in advance, or you will be responsible for that session.

Appointments cancelled with 24 hours notice may always be rescheduled, at the student and instructors’ convenience.

Appointments cancelled without appropriate notice (i.e., within the 24 hour period), will be charged the full lesson fee, due immediately. Makeups will be scheduled at the instructor's discretion.

Appointments cancelled without notice (i.e., no-shows) will be charged the full lesson fee, due immediately. No make-up lesson may be scheduled.

+ What's your inclement weather policy?

ON-SITE lessons at NYC or Queens locations will be suspended if the city suspends public transportation service. In the case of inclement weather where public transport is still available, closures will be determined by 9 a.m. If you believe that you are incapable of making an appointment due to inclement weather, contact the studio so that arrangements may be made.

ONLINE lessons will remain scheduled unless either the instructor or student lose power or connectivity.

ON-SITE TO ONLINE - if you are unable to make an appointment due to inclement weather, you are always encouraged to attend your lesson online.

+ Do you accept credit cards?

Yep! I also accept cash, checks, venmo and paypal.

All Studio Policies

  • Clients under the age of 16 must have their parent or legal guardian's consent to study with the instructor, and a form must be initialed/electronically signed by the consenting guardian prior to the commencement of lessons.

  • All scheduled lessons must be cancelled 24 hours (or more) in advance. If you cancel without appropriate notice, you will then be charged for the full lesson.

  • Lessons cancelled with proper notice may be rescheduled at the instructor and student's mutual convenience. Lessons cancelled less than 24 hours prior to the scheduled time may only be rescheduled at my discretion. However, in cases of no-shows, no rescheduling will be permitted.

  • Punctual lesson attendance contributes significantly to the singer's progress is his or her vocal study. Additionally, so that each student receives the time and attention to which they are entitled, lessons which begin late due to a client’s delayed arrival will not run over into the next student's lesson time. Exceptions may be made at my discretion, schedule permitting.

  • During the course of study, I may ask to physically touch a client at various points of the body - including the head, neck, torso or abdomen - for purposes of assessing and correcting tension and posture, or demonstrating technique. Consent will always be asked for prior to contact!

Pricing

LOCATION

I no longer offer lessons in Queens, due to Covid-related issues. All sessions are either in Manhattan or online via Zoom.

SESSION LENGTH

Sessions are one hour - 50 minutes of instruction with 10 minutes allowed for getting in and out, administrative tasks, etc. Half hour sessions are not recommended, but are available if needed due to timing or financial issues.

Sliding Scale

I believe very strongly that professional voice coaching and lessons should be available to everyone, and to facilitate that, I do offer a sliding scale for those with financial need. The sliding scale rate ranges from $75 to $120. If you need to use the sliding scale, please let me (or my assistant) know and we will be happy to discuss that with you.

Choosing to pay more than the standard session rate on the sliding scale is one way that you can help make vocal training available for individuals who wouldn’t otherwise be able to have access to a vocal coach.