Voice Lessons
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Offering in-person or virtual lessons.
TEACHING METHOD & EXPERIENCE
I have been teaching private voice lessons for over 20 years. My approach to teaching involves helping my students develop a healthy vocal technique, which includes understanding basic vocal function and health, exercising and strengthening the full vocal range, practicing appropriate breathing and support,
and developing awareness.
Everyone's voice is unique. My job is to guide you in exploring and understanding your individual instrument, and how to apply your technique to a variety of musical styles including (but not limited to) classical, musical theater, pop, rock, jazz and gospel/R&B.
I was on the voice faculty at UC Davis for three years, and taught privately in the Sacramento and San Francisco Bay Areas. In 2008, I moved back to my hometown of Falls Church,
and have been teaching locally since then.
My pedagogical training includes undergraduate & graduate course work as well as a Level III Certification and post-certification courses in Somatic Voicework™ - The LoVetri Method. I also serve as an Associate Faculty member for The LoVetri Institute for Somatic Voicework™, in partnership with Baldwin Wallace University Conservatory of Performing Arts.
I am also a member of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS), Music Teachers National Association/Northern Virginia Music Teachers Association (MTNA/NVMTA), which provide opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
In addition to singing, students can learn how to read music and
explore basic music theory or introductory piano.
BRIEF BIO & STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS
Bharati Soman, soprano, lives in Falls Church, VA where she maintains a private voice studio. She holds a Bachelor of Music from James Madison University, and a Master of Music and Performer Diploma from Indiana University, Bloomington.
Bharati's students have won roles in school & community productions, have been accepted to District Chorus, All-VA Chorus, VA Senior Honors Choir, VA Governor's School,
and have received honors in various voice competitions including the Lions of Virginia Bland Music Scholarship Competition, Northern Virginia Music Teachers' Association competitions, and State & Regional NATS Student Auditions.
Her students have also been accepted to competitive summer programs and college music & theater programs including
NYU Tisch, James Madison University, Point Park University, Chicago College of Performing Arts, San Francisco Conservatory,
Ithaca College, Oklahoma City University, Elon University and Shenandoah Conservatory.
In addition to teaching, Bharati is an active performer.
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REGISTERED LESSONS
Students are assigned a regular weekly lesson slot and are expected to commit to a full academic year (for this year, Sept 3, 2024 - June 8 2025)
A non-refundable annual registration fee of $80 applies (pro-rated to $40 b/w Jan-June).
The registration fee helps to offset administrative time (emails, schedule adjustments, researching repertoire, preparation of sheet music/practice tracks, writing letters of recommendation, etc.) and business expenses (professional development, equipment, etc.)Advanced payment via Auto Pay is required for either monthly or bi-monthly tuition.
Tuition includes Studio Seminars, but does not include masterclasses or recitals. Masterclass & recital fees will be divided equally among participating students and charged separately.
UNREGISTERED LESSONS
Students who are interested in short-term lessons or more flexibility, may opt for unregistered lessons.
Lessons are scheduled on a week-to-week basis, depending on the instructor's availability, therefore unregistered students are NOT guaranteed a weekly lesson.
Lesson fee is paid at the time of booking. 24-hr notice is required for the lesson to be rescheduled.
Tuition does not include Studio Seminars, Masterclasses or Recitals. If student chooses to participate, an additional fee will apply.
2024-25 TUITION
effective August 15, 2024
effective August 15, 2024
INTRODUCTORY LESSON FEES
(DISCOUNTED)
30-MINUTE LESSON = $45
45-MINUTE LESSONS = $65
60-MINUTE LESSONS = $85
MONTHLY TUITION FOR REGISTERED STUDENTS
ANNUAL REGISTRATION FEE = $80
+
WEEKLY 30-MINUTE LESSON = $190
WEEKLY 45-MINUTE LESSON = $270
WEEKLY 60-MINUTE LESSON = $340
BI-MONTHLY TUITION FOR REGISTERED STUDENTS
ANNUAL REGISTRATION FEE = $80
+
WEEKLY 30-MINUTE LESSON = $370
WEEKLY 45-MINUTE LESSON = $530
WEEKLY 60-MINUTE LESSON = $670
Terms: Students must notify the instructor of an absence or schedule change AT LEAST 24 hours before their scheduled lesson. 24-hr notice is required to receive a make-up credit for a cancelled lesson. Make-up credits cannot be applied to your regularly assigned lesson time and will expire 60 days after the missed lesson. Students may swap lesson times if necessary. In addition, make-up opportunities will be offered at least 2 days/month. Any make-up credits that are not utilized within 60 days of the missed lesson will be forfeited. If no notice or late notice is given, NO make-up credit will be issued, and the lesson will be forfeited.
UNREGISTERED LESSON FEES
(PAY-PER-LESSON)
30-MINUTE LESSONS Single Lesson = $50 4-pack = $190
45-MINUTE LESSONS Single Lesson = $75 4-pack = $285
60-MINUTE LESSONS Single Lesson = $100 4-pack = $380
Terms: Payment must be made at the time of booking. 24-hour notice is required to reschedule. Lesson is forfeited if less than 24-hour notice or no notice is given. Single-lesson credit expires 30 days after initially scheduled lesson date. Lesson credits for 4-pack expire 60 days after initially scheduled lesson date.