Where and when do lessons take place?

Lessons are held in-person at my home in East Hamilton (Homeside neighbourhood). Address released upon booking. 

Teaching hours: Tuesday to Thursday, 3:00PM - 9PM* and Friday 11:00AM - 4:00PM

*Daytime teaching available upon request, as schedule allows.

AVAILABILITY UPDATE (May 2024):

My weekly spots have been filled and the Spring Semester will soon come to a close. I am starting to book casual summer lessons (June, July, August). If you would like to explore singing this summer, now is the perfect time to reach out! celinesvoicestudio@gmail.com

What ages does Celine teach?

Celine teaches voice to willing students ages 7 and up.

What genres does Celine teach?

Celine is equipped to teach Classical, Popular, Folk, Country, Rock music, and Musical Theatre, with the most specialization in Classical, Musical Theatre, Popular, and Country. Celine is happy to explore new genres with students beyond her specialization!

Why should I work with Celine?

Celine is passionate about singing and vocal pedagogy (the art of teaching singing). Along with her Master’s in vocal pedagogy, performance experience, and over seven years of teaching experience, Celine loves to help students discover their voice. Celine has led students through successful RCM* exams and prepared students for competitions at local and provincial levels. Celine wants to help her students achieve their goals and find joy in the process of learning to sing. Click here to read some testimonials

*Royal Conservatory of Music

Are previous music lessons, voice lessons, or other experience required?

Absolutely not! Celine loves to start with students wherever they are at.

I have been told I am "tone deaf" by a friend/family member/music teacher. Are singing lessons suitable for me?

Absolutely! True “tone deafness” or amusia is estimated to affect only between 2% and 5% of the population.(1) Hearing and making music are skills that can be developed for many. If you love to learn and want to sing, then voice lessons are a great option!

(1) Karyn O’Connor, “Tone Deafness (Amusia) and Other Causes of Persistent Pitch Problems”, 2020. https://www.singwise.com/articles/tone-deafness-amusia-and-other-causes-of-persistent-pitch-problems 

Tuition

My voice studio follows a tuition system. My teaching year is divided into two semesters, which is paid through equal monthly payments. A monthly payment reserves your weekly spot in my studio as well as covering items such as lesson preparation, repertoire research, administrative work, recital organizing and fees, rental costs and insurance, provision of extra resources such as practice tracks, music copies, and equipment, and further professional development through NATS*, PAVA*, and other professional associations. Email Me for more information about tuition or alternative "drop-in" lessons.

Semester 1, 2023: September 5 - December 8 (14 lessons)

Semester 2, 2024: January 9 - June 7 (21 lessons)

What happens if I have to miss my lesson?

Under the tuition system, students are issued lesson credits for missed lessons, so long as I am given 24 hours notice of the missed lesson. All students have two lesson credits available during the Fall semester and three lesson credits available during the Winter/Spring semester. When you receive a lesson credit, you can redeem it in the flex weeks at the end of each semester. An extra lesson credit may be given for absence due to religious holidays if needed, so long as proper notice is given. For more detailed information on lesson credits, just email me :)

Semester 1 flex weeks: December 11 - December 22 (2023)

Semester 2 flex weeks: June 11 - June 28 (2024)

Drop-in Lessons

Weekly lessons are strongly recommended for most students, as it is the best way to make the necessary, consistent progress. For more advanced students, or where a weekly lesson is not possible, occasional lessons can be booked when my schedule allows. 24-hour notice is required for the cancellation of a drop-in lesson.