Private Voice & Piano Instruction/ Vocal Workshops
Leander Mendoza Voice Studio is now in Halifax, Nova Scotia! Owned and operated by Filipino-Canadian tenor, Leander Mendoza, the studio offers affordable courses in voice and piano. RCM preparation is also available. Mr. Mendoza is highly qualified with a Bachelors degree in Music Education and has been teaching for over 20 years.
Private Voice Lessons
With my vocal course, I teach:
- Proper Posture
- Breath Support (Diaphragmatic Breathing)
- Projection (Resonance)
- Open-throated Singing (Full Voice)
- Enunciation (Clarity, Diction)
- Imagery (Mental Concepts)
- Interpretation (Expression)
- And Vocal Exercises to strengthen the vocal function and develop the student's musicianship and confidence.
Singing Styles for Young, Teen & Adult Voices:
- Classical Singing
- Musical Theatre
- Pop Singing
- Professional Coaching
- RCM Preparations
- Audition Preparations
NOTE: Private Lessons will be given in my home studio (Please click here for location and contact information).
Voice Lessons may be recorded as a practice tool for the students to monitor their progress.
Students are encouraged to participate in recitals as well as in various stage musical productions, community events, music festivals and competitions for further development and to build confidence.
Private Piano Lessons
Private piano lessons for kids, teens and adults from beginner to intermediate, using standard piano books. I teach proper body and hand posture, piano theory, finger speed exercises, intervals, ear training, chords, simple improvisation, & interpretation.
Fees:
**** Fees indicated below will be in effect September 2012 ****
Private Voice Lessons: $45 per hour
Private Piano Lessons: $25 per hour
Note:
- Lessons are purchased in packages of 10 sessions, and must be paid in advance, to ensure booking. Teacher may arrange make-up lessons for holidays or special events. Student must inform the teacher of his/her unavailability within a reasonable amount of time (preferably a month ahead).
- Lessons are given at my private studio at 10 Deganis Drive, Dartmouth, NS.
- Extra fees will apply for house calls and subject to individual situations. Teacher may or may not be able to accommodate.
Standard Studio Policy:
1. Lessons must be paid for in advance at the beginning of the term.
2. One month's notice must be given prior to termination of lessons. Failure to do so will result in forfeiture of fees.
3. No allowance will be made for lessons missed by students (except by special arrangement in cases of prolonged serious illness)
4. In the event of a student's "no show", the lesson will be considered as taken and will not be made up.
5. In the event of a teacher's absence, adjustment will be made.
6. Time lost because of the student's lateness cannot be made up.
7. Students are expected to practice and come to the lessons prepared.
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