UPCOMING CLASSES/WORKSHOPS 2016


CONTEMPORARY VOCAL TECHNIQUE FOR JAZZ AND POP SINGERS
@ COLLEGE OF MARIN
5 WEEKS SATS. JAN 30TH- MAR. 5TH (NO CLASS 2/13!) 10AM-12PM

DUOS VOCAL PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP WITH GUITAR ACCOMPANIMENT @ NOVATO STUDIO
SUN. FEB. 7TH 12PM-3PM

CONTEMPORARY TECHNIQUE PLUS PERFORMANCE PART 2 @ NOVATO STUDIO
MONS. JAN. 25TH-FEB 22ND 7-9PM


CONTEMPORARY TECHNIQUE FOR JAZZ AND POP SINGERS
SATS. JAN 30TH- MAR. 5TH (NO CLASS 2/13!)
10AM-12PM

Singing is an extension of speaking! Learn how to use and maintain a healthy voice while singing with ease through the breaks in your range. This workshop covers vocal exercises that balance the registers, increase range and strengthen your voice. Course includes vocal exercises, breath control, relaxation, control of vibrato, ear training, vowel production, group and individual singing with application of technique to songs. A fun and supportive class for all levels. You'll leave this workshop with valuable tools to help you sing effortlessly! Guaranteed!

At

College of Marin
(Click to Register)
835 College Ave.
Kentfield, CA
415-485-9305

$107


CONTEMPORARY VOCAL TECHNIQUES FOR ALL POPULAR STYLES OF MUSIC - PART 2
MONS. JAN. 25TH-FEB 22ND
7-9PM

A continuation of Contemporary Vocal Technique for Jazz and Pop Singers. Learn how to use and maintain a healthy voice while singing with ease through the breaks in your range. This class covers vocal exercises that balance the registers, increase range and strengthen your voice. Course includes ear training exercises, vocal exercises, vowel production, breath control, group and individual singing with application of the technique to songs, plus mic technique and performance. A fun and supportive class for all levels. Students are encouraged to bring in songs they'd like to work on.

At

Novato Studio

$185

For Info/Registration contact: DARIA
Space is limited so register now!


DUOS VOCAL PERFORMANCE WITH GUITAR ACCOMPANIMENT
SUN. FEB. 7TH 12PM-3PM

The dialogue between a vocalist and guitarist can be an intimate, creative and an exciting opportunity to stretch out and create a personal sound. For inspiration students will listen to examples of great duos such as Ella Fitzgerald and Joe Pass, Luciana Souza and Romero Lubambo and Tuck and Patti. Students will perform with a guitarist and learn the skills needed to communicate and interpret songs in a duo setting. Workshop includes some vocal technique, tips on finding the right key, an exploration of personal style and lyrical interpretation, counting off tunes, stage presence and mic technique. Bring your charts! Songs will also be provided. Come learn, sing and have fun!! Open to all levels and styles of popular music.

At

Novato Studio

$80
For Info/Registration contact: DARIA

"It was full and rich beyond any expectations I could have had. I really enjoyed the balance of energy awareness and technique." - Ouida J.

"Thanks for reconnecting me to my spirit self. I forgot the little girl who just loves to sing."

"I thoroughly enjoyed it and greatly appreciate the marrying of technique and spiritual/emotional awareness.""

"Daria's 'Jazz Standards from Around the World' class was the most fun I've had singing in years!"
- Teresa J.N. Barbour, Vocalist

" Daria creates a wonderful working environment and I have learned so much from her expertise!"
Cynthia Alvarez - Student

“Daria is an inspiring teacher. She has an incredible understanding of how the voice works as well as what it means to be a singer. Daria can take you as far as you want to go!"  Miranda Bentley, Singer/Songwriter

"As a professional colleague, I enjoy coaching with Daria to keep my own pipes in healthy working order. Daria has a great ear and clear explanations of how to create beautiful vocal tone."
Rebecca Jones,  School of Vocal Arts

"Daria's clear instruction has helped to propel my sweet sounding voice to one of richer, deeper tone while not overworking my vocal chords. I owe my new confidence as an entertainer to Daria's unwaivering support and sensitivity to my needs as a singer. I work hard each lesson, we laugh a lot, and I learn so much each time we meet! " 
Julie Cohn, jazz vocalist

"Daria's masterful and compassionate vocal coaching style, coupled with her ability to provide a safe and respectful enviroment has transformed me from a shy, quiet individual to a more confident, vocally present participant in the world and in my own life. I am eternally grateful for our work together.
Darla Jan Holst, Professional Organizer/Personal Assistant

"I am so excited! I went to rehearsal and everything you taught me worked!!  I warmed up and did not strain! I hit the high notes and I felt what you were telling me to feel! My body automatically relaxed and I hit the notes in key and on pitch!"
Starlyn Jamison, Student

"Daria is great to work with. She pushes you to do your best, which is what all singers need as guidance and support. Not only is she a great voice coach, but has a wonderful light that shines around her. She's absolutely genuine and has a wonderful voice!"  - Daphne Thompson, Vocalist

DARIA, has a B.A. from New College of California. Her vocal training includes studies in classical technique, jazz technique and pop styles. She has studied with jazz greats Bobby McFerrin and Mark Murphy.

DARIA has coached singers who are members of successful Bay Area bands including Bammie award winners, Avance (Salsa), Creeper Lagoon (Rock), on Steven Spielberg's Dreamworks label, the Grammy Choir and Martine (Bay TV and Mornings on 2, KTVU).

• Strengthen your vocal power and build self confidence
• Study powerful breathing techniques
• Learn vocal production and articulation
• Practice vocal exercises that strengthen your voice without straining
• Discover your range
• Create your own style
• Learn lyrical interpretation, phrasing, delivery and stage presence
• Develop microphone technique
• Study ear training and basic music theory
• Learn how to improvise
• And more...

Whether you have a lot of singing experience or none, you can learn to sing with ease through the breaks in your voice. Blocks that you may have developed over the years can melt away. Proper vocal training you will open up a whole new world. It will strengthen your singing and speaking voice and give you the tools to develop good habits. As a result, you will gain a smooth connection between registers, improve pitch and tone, increase range, gain flexibility, agility and endurance." If you apply the principles I teach, you will progress much more rapidly than you ever thought possible and will gain confidence."

If your goal is to perform, Daria will help you to create your own style, build a repertoire of songs and work towards a performance or recital to showcase your achievements.

If you are a professional vocalist and want to brush up on your skills, she will tailor the lessons to specifically fit your needs. Whether you are a beginner or a professional, she will teach you how to approach the breaks in your voice so you can sing with ease.

Above all, singing is enjoyable, so have fun!

All lessons are recorded onto CD so you can practice your exercises and songs.

DARIA'S WORKSHOPS:

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To inquire about voice instruction email DARIA

Daria excepts payments through PAYPAL

All lessons must be completed within 2 months after the date of purchase.

Cancellation Policy:

24 hours notice is required by phone or e-mail for all cancellations and rescheduling.

Pacific Voice and Speech Foundation
www.pvsf.org