New Jersey

Janet Santmann

Belle Mead, NJ Website: www.learningmusician.com/janetsantmann

Phone: 908-359-5502 Email: janetsantmann@gmail.com

My teaching, for the most part, is based upon classical vocal technique, in the centuries-old tradition of the great Italian singing masters. This approach, known as "bel canto" (beautiful singing), emphasizes the healthy development of all of the elements of voice production, which serves to bring out the natural beauty, flexibility, and power of the voice. As a certified (level 1) teacher of Somatic Voicework™ The LoVetri Method, I am also familiar with skills that are required for singing styles other than classical. Regardless of your preferred style of music, a solid, healthy technique contributes to a long singing career--my own vocal longevity attests to this!

I enjoyed a career as an opera singer that spanned over two decades and took me to many different performing venues across the United States and Europe. I have also performed other styles of music, including rock, folk, and Broadway. I have received critical acclaim and won numerous awards and honors for my singing. At this season in my life, my greatest joy in music comes from working with my students to develop their vocal and artistic potential to the fullest.

Clarissa Anthony Schoch

Clifton, NJ 140 Hepburn Road, Apt. 17H Clifton, NJ 07012

Phone: 973-777-6464 Email: schoch.clarissa@gmail.com

I have been teaching many years and enjoy working with students of all ages and levels. I was a finalist in the San Francisco Opera auditions and participated in San Francisco's Merola program. I taught at William Paterson College and Faileigh Dickinson University and now maintain an active studio.

I soloed in Europe with the Canticum Novum Tour Choir and have given recitals in Oregon, San Francisco and the New York-New Jersey area. I have soloed in most of the major oratorios and sung such opera roles as Nedda, Mother in Amahl and Pamina in The Magic Flute. Was soprano solist with the Ashland (Oregon)Shakespearean Festival.

Listed in R. Owens' The Professional Singer's Guide to New York and the 14th, 15th and 16th edictions of Marquis' Who's Who of American Women. I was a New Jersey's winner in Voice and Oratorio in the Fed. of Music Club's competition and received the International Bach Society Performing Sellowship and the Phi Beta National Graduate Grant for Performing Arts.

Melissa Perry

Collingswood, NJ Website: www.melissaperrysoprano.com

Phone: 856-858-6616 Email: melisma@earthlink.net

I love working with students of all ages and all levels, from beginners to professionals. My students have won major competitions, scholarships, entered leading conservatories, sung in major opera houses and on Broadway. I teach a voice technique that is oriented towards breath support and resonance discovered through pronunciation. I have taught for 15 years. During the last 4 years, I have done extensive studies with master voice teacher, Maestro Vittorio Rosetta, of Italy. This Italian based training is helpful to any singer as a solid foundation and for vocal longevity. I am good at articulating clear understanding of voice production and I am a strong advocate of students understanding and maintaining vocal health. I have also developed a technique using Pilates based ideas that link dance and voice technique together, thus taking the mystery out of singing for dancers and giving a practical knowledge that they can rely on. My students are all performing! Their main comments are "Now I sing with so much more ease" and "Can it really be this simple?" The answer is yes it can and should be simple. When the technique is simple and you can rely on it, you'll sing with a heart full of joy!

Steven Schnurman, The Schnurman Voice Studio

Cranbury, NJ 60 North Main Street #6 Cranbury, NJ Website: www.voicelessonsnj.com

Phone: 609-395-0700 Email: sschnurman@juilliardalumni.net

"Successful Techniques That Will Train You To Reach Your Singing Goals And Beyond" The Schnurman Voice Studio has been Central New Jersey's leading and premier place to learn to sing since its inception in 1989. Steven Schnurman, studio founder and lead teacher, received his bacherlor's and master's degrees from the Juilliard School, where he received his vocal training from Beverley Johnson, who taught many of the great singers of the Operatic and Broadway stages. Some of these singers have gone on to teach Mrs. Johnson's vocal technique in some of the major music conservatories of the world. Steven Schnurman is one of these teachers who offers this great vocal technique to singers of all types of music (from popular to opera), to the community of Central New Jersey, although some of his students travel from the greater Philadelphia and New York City areas just to work with him. During his 17 years of teaching at the Voice Studio, Mr. Schnurman has enjoyed training students who have gone on to become successful performers and stars of genres such as Broadway, television, movies and the operatic stage. Among these students are Lacey Chabert, star of Les Miserables (Broadway), Mean Girls (Movie), Party of five (TV Series) and Lost in Space (Movie). He has also trained J.D. Daniels of Les Miserables (Broadway) and The Mighty Ducks (Movie), Demaree Alexander of Les Miserables (Broadway) and the national tours of "Big" and "The Secret Garden" and country music recording, in addition to and many, many other such students.

Those who study with Steven Schnurman or his staff learn how to sing, whether they are beginners or a professionals, younger or older. Mr. Schnurman has taught beginners, who have gone on to enjoy professional singing careers. Therefore, beginners are welcome to fulfill their dream of singing, in a friendly and enjoyable atmosphere.

Renee Corenne

Englewood, NJ

Phone: 201-567-7412 Email: amrentelpasi@verizon.net

My vast experience of over 35 years as an opera singer,singing leading roles as a soprano, with some of the world's most renown singers such as; Pavarotti, Di Stefano,Sordello, Jerome Hines,Samuel Remy and others in Europe and USA, has enabled me to teach and guide young aspiring singers to reach stardom. My approach during the teaching process is, very individual. Each student has different issues needed to be addressed that require a different approach than other students. In fact, it works. The technique which I acquired during my career I now pass on to my students. Some of my students perform in opera houses in America and Europe. In addition to teaching, I am also the Music director of the, "Lyric Opera Of New Jersey" and have connections in the music world and artist's agents, that benefit my students. I had a studio in NYC. in the Lincoln Center area for 25 years, and a year ago I closed it and open my studio in Englewood NJ which is just minutes away from the city. My students who come from all over prefer to come to Jersey for the more relaxing enviroment.

Amnon Telpasi

Englewood, NJ

Phone: 201-567-7412 Email: amrentelpasi@verizon.net

Thanks to my excellent singing foundation,acquired studying at the most prestigious music school in Italy;" L'Academia Di Santa Cecilia" and in addition studying with some of the most renowned voice teachers in Rome and Milan,Italy I had a vast singing career,in Europe and America, that lasted some 35 years. I sang leading Baritone roles in a number of Opera houses in Italy. I had also toured Europe in concerts, singing operatic and classical repertoire.It was during one of those performances that I met the celebrated American tenor, Richard Tucker who encouraged me to come to the USA. While still singing,I begun teaching voice to aspiring classical and musical comedy singers instilling in them the art of singing with all the important techniques that I have learened.But most of all the aspect of easy and effortless singing. Some of my students of the operatic,musical comedy and cantorial fields are performing all through the USA.

Leslie Giammanco

Fort Lee, NJ Also teaching in NYC and ME Website: www.broadwayvoiceteacher.com

Phone: 917-838-5722 Email: leslie@lesliegiammanco.com

In my thirty years experience as voice teacher and performance coach, I have worked with beginners to Broadway + Opera stars, with several out on National tours. Professionally, I sing on the Operatic, Symphonic, Broadway and Cabaret stages. My life passion is expressing myself through song and helping others find their unique voice, giving them the knowledge, training and insight necessary to deliver their best performance.

Vocal Technique
My students are given a complete comprehensive knowledge of the voice technically in coordination with the artistry of song. Serious attention to breath management; function of the larynx; integrating registrations - belt, mixed belt, head, chest, falsetto; balancing air flow in connection with onset and phonation; diction and articulation; acoustics and resonance areas; stylistic interpretation and vocal expression.

As a performance coach, I will bring out your vocal strengths and find appropriate repertoire for your voice, suited perfectly for you. I offer expert advise on musical repertoire for musical auditions, concerts and recitals.

Let me help you "Brand Your Voice".

Trishna Amin

Franklin Park, NJ Website: www.singinglessonsnewjersey.com

Phone: 609-903-0881 Email: goldpawmusic@gmail.com

I have a background in Classical Western and Classical Hindustani vocal training. I teach both styles in beginning to intermediate level. I also teach the art of vocal stage performance, posture, and movement techniques on stage. I teach pop music and any modern songs and styles of singing to people of all ages. I also have a background in singing in Spanish, Hindi, Italian, Irish and German.

Karen Hagerman

Haddonfield, NJ Website: HagermanVoice.com

Phone: 856-428-1999 Email: lkhagerman@aol.com

Professionals and beginners alike can improve their vocal health, knowledge, technique, stage deportment and confidence through voice study in a supportive environment. If you wish to pursue a professional career, aspire to perform major roles in high school productions, or aspire simply to be a better choir or chorus member, call Dr. Hagerman to discuss your questions about voice study or to schedule lessons.

Learn: A vocal technique that will maximize your voice's health, range and flexibility; Optimal use of the breath; Diction and foreign languages; Musical styles, literature, repertoire and stage deportment; Thorough preparation for auditions and for performances of opera, musicals, and song and oratorios.

Dr. Hagerman has experience in teaching all levels, beginner through adult, ages 12 and up. She earned the Doctor of Music degree at Indiana University and studied with Jean Deis, Gerhard Husch, Paul Matthen, John Wustman, and Helmuth Rilling. She has served on the voice faculties of Rutgers University - Camden (2003-present); The University of Alabama; Virginia Tech; and Meredith College.

Natalie Megules

Hamilton, NJ Website: www.nataliemegules.com

Phone: 609-575-6484 Email: natalie@nataliemegules.com

I grew up with a fervent love of music and have performed nearly every genre of music, from jazz cabarets with my father/pianist, to musicals, choral and orchestral pieces, and, in my adult years, opera. I enjoy passing that passion along to my students.

When I teach, my first focus is always on the free, clear, healthy use of the instrument. I use a great deal of physicality to break down tension in the body, which usually generates a good deal of laughter! My strong acting background informs my use of acting techniques to guide my students in breaking down their pieces into beats and intention, as they would in a spoken monologue. My students perform with a free and clear instrument while telling a story, having some fun, and achieving a more confident view of themselves.

Most importantly, I focus on a gentle and positive approach. The voice is a unique instrument because it is part of the person as a whole. I create an encouraging and nurturing environment while holding my students to the highest level of artistry and musical technique. I received my B.M. in Voice Performance from Westminster Choir College, with minor concentrations in Musical Theatre and Arts Management. Please feel free to contact me with any questions. I look forward to singing with you.

Nicholas Hay

Highland Park, NJ Website: www.nicholashay.com

Phone: 609-577-6773 Email: nickhay32@gmail.com

In addition to being a perfomer, I am also a vocal teacher offering voice lessons for Opera & Broadway songs. Will teach in-homes NYC Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Soho, and in New Jersey. As a teacher my philosophy of teaching is to instruct in a positive manner which makes my students feel at ease during their lessons. I focus on what the studentās strengths are, and work on things that need to be addressed in a positive way. I teach students of all levels and abilities, because I sincerely believe that the purpose of taking lessons is for the enjoyment of it. Every student has a different set of goals when studying, and I am here to help them achieve those goals. What makes a good teacher is a teacher who is positive, uplifting, does not put students down, and who will make students want to keep coming back and learning more. I have learned to incoorporate those qualities into my teaching. Any time that I have gone to various teachers who teach in a positive way, I feel inspired by that teacher. It is my job to inspire students, because I want students to be turned on to music versus turned off to it. Music is a wonderful gift that the world needs, so I am here to help people enjoy it. To set up lessons please contact me at nickhay32@gmail.com, or call 609-577-6773.

Paul M. Elkin

Lambertville, NJ Studio in Doylestown PA 10 minutes away

Phone: 203-314-6587 Email: p.elkin@ymail.com

I am a Broadway Veteran and classically trained. I specialize in musical theater and classical vocal training and technique for singers, actors and dancers. My students have appeared on Broadway, in television and film, and have been recoginzed by the National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts, Rosa Ponselle, Amici and the Metropolitan Opera regional competitions. My B'way credits include: 'Sugar Babies' w/Ann Miller & Mickey Rooney, 'Women of the Year' w/Lauren Bacall, 'Chicago' w/Chita, Rivera and 'Whoopee' w/Imogene Coca. Night Club/Concert work at: Atlantic City Sands Hotel and Harrah's Marina w/Sammy Davis Jr. and Joan Rivers, and Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun Casinos w/Ben Vereen and Jennifer Holiday.

Ellie Escher

Mendham and Maplewood, NJ

Phone: 973-615-1692 Email: EllieEscher@yahoo.com

I believe each voice student has individual needs and talents and it's my goal to create a singer who has good vocal technique, musicianship and performance artistry. After discussing a new student's goals for taking voice lessons, we work together to find what approach to singing will work best. All of my students work through the basics of correct vocal technique which include posture, breathing, phonation, resonance and articulation. My approach to achieving better technique varies with each student and is usually a combination of learning the physiology of the voice and using imagery and kinesthetics to induce physical responses. I expose students to varied repertoire that serves as a starting point for technical and musical growth. Additionally, I use the international phonetic alphabet to help students learn to sing in any language quickly and correctly. During lessons, we also discuss the characteristics of effective practice. To advance their artistry and technique, members of my studio are offered workshops on yoga, Alexander Technique and acting.I bring a supportive and enthusiastic energy to each lesson, and when a student brings a commitment to learn - success is the result.

Jay P. Winston

Matawan and Millburn, NJ Website: www.jaywinstontenor.com

Phone: 732-213-2879 Email: jaywinston41@hotmail.com

I have been teaching private voice now for over ten years, and my studies in the Alexander Technique go back over ten years as well, including my having completed the teacher training course in 2008. Past voice teachers include Mark Nicolson, Trish McCaffrey, and Mark Oswald, and I coach with Steven Crawford. Alexander Technique teachers include Regina Wray, Ann Rodiger, and John Henes.

My knowledge of the Alexander Technique has really helped shape who I am as a vocal teacher. I believe in vocal development being a long process, and vocal technique being a flexible way of approaching the voice so that there is freedom in the vocal production as a result of freedom and flexibility in the body as a whole.

While I teach very specifically how and why and what does what, I believe a student ultimately learns technique in a way that makes sense to him or her through experiencing it for oneself rather than being told to do this or do that. In essence, in a lesson, I will help guide the student into thinking for him/herself so that the understanding comes to the student first; then I find it beneficial to explain in more detail why the student is having that experience. One must learn to think for oneself and to become aware of themselves in the process of singing. My studio is a very friendly and non-judgmental environment where trying new things and making mistakes makes for the greatest chance of learning something new.

Patrizia Cioffi

Montclair, NJ Website: www.joyofsingingnj.com

Phone: 973-744-9170 Email: patriziaci@aol.com

A seasoned full-time voice teacher and vocal technician, I teach the elements of healthy and correct singing and performance practices to aspiring and professional singers, actors, announcers, and voice professionals of all ages, levels and backgrounds. I coach a vast repertory of musical genres and render a sequential and solid vocal technique which facilitate easy high notes, a full middle voice, and an even and broad range of vocal color and projection. I work with singers in vocal transition, transgender singers and am experienced in solving vocal problems. Instruction is deeply rooted in the classical Italian bel canto style effective for all genres of singing.

I have practiced in NYC and have a private practice in Montclair, NJ and hold faculty positions in two adult and private school environments and have taught in music conservatories, community schools, at Mount Holyoke College, the Lucy Moses School, the Ansonia Hotel,NYC and the New School for the Arts/New Jersey Opera Institute of which I served as teacher and executive director for nearly two decades, acquiring a rich background in the vocal and performing arts. l have studied under several of the past century's legendary leaders in the vocal arts in the United States and in Europe including Stella, Corelli, Patane and Shirley. A classical singer, I have performed extensively.

A student centered and can do environment, my pedagogical goals are to instill in singers a sense of know-how and the joy of singing. I offer private and group lessons and performance opportunities to qualified amateur and professional singers. Rates vary according to the length of recommended lesson time. Discounts are available.

Christie Harrington

South Orange, NJ New York, NY Website: www.classicalsinger.com/sites/showsite.php?user_id=1352

Phone: 973-761-1602 Email: harngton@gmail.com

I have been teaching voice and actively performing for over twenty-five years. I teach individuals and groups, and have conducted college and church choirs, and taught courses in Vocal Pedagogy and Singer's diction (English, Italian, French and German). To greater understand how body functioning can improve the voice and reduce tension, I study and teach "Body Work." And believing that communcation of dramatic ideas is at the core of any successful performance, I have also studied acting, movement and performance enhancement techniques.

Each singer is a unique individual. The sound they make and the ideas they communicate are as unique as they are. My job is to help a singer find "their voice" through exercises that accommodate aural, visual, and kinesthetic learning styles. These exercises lead to healthy singing and reduce tension, improve breath management, strengthen the voice, and increase range. I am a proponent of the use of body work to improve mind/body connections. I embrace a wide range of quality repertoire, in many languages and styles. I encourage and assist in my student's selection of a variety of appropriate songs and arias: sacred, secular, and popular. I believe that for a singer to reach their highest potential they must feel safe, secure, and valued. The best performances come from knowing what you do well, while continuing to strengthen weaknesses.

Kathryn Lang Zamarra

Watchung, NJ 500 Phillip Lane Watchung, NJ 07069 Website: www.kathrynlangzamarra.com

Phone: 908-403-2383 Email: kzamarra@gmail.com

Ms. Lang has been teaching and performing for over 12 years, working with children and adults of all ages. Emphasis is placed on breath management, integrating registrations, improving tone quality and vocal clarity. Basic Musicianship skills are taught to those students who cannot read music.

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