SERENA JOST

VOICE & CELLO LESSONS
SONGWRITING COACH

My teaching philosophy is that learning music must include the whole person. We all have unique capacities and challenges and grounding music in movement, physicality, technique, and self expression ultimately brings us joy and freedom. 

We Start Where You Are 
Whether you want to sing or play an instrument - maybe you're at the very beginning, maybe you have already have some experience - we can work together to help you grow.

Technique - Ear Training - Play and Games - Emotional Exploration - Experimentation - Visualization
 
Music is a reflection of who we are and what we hope to become, so magical!

Voice
Everyone can sing. Our voices can express as many things as we are human. Together we'll uncover your true voice drawing from classical vocal training (David Jones), Werbeck, Barbara Maier Studio, bodywork (Feldenkreis/yoga), acting (Elizabeth Browning) and experimental work (Meredith Monk/Ellen Fisher).  Connect to your breath, access resonance and tone, expand your range and find more vocal agility. Also improve the power of your speaking voice to find vocal freedom every day.

Cello
If you’ve always wanted to play the cello, I am an experienced teacher who has worked with many beginning students.  If you already play cello or are returning to the instrument, welcome. The cello is gorgeous and with consistent study and practice, you will become an agile and expressive player. Play solo or in ensembles and bands. Use your body in a healthy way, learn how to listen, read music, master music repertoire and improvise. 

Songwriting
If you have the soul of a creator, you may be a songwriter. Writing songs can be done in conjunction with music lessons or without an instrument. Study songs from different genres, learn about song forms, chord progressions, rhythm and lyrics. Songwriting is alchemy: start with a germ or feeling, add unknowns, wrestle a bit and suddenly your have a hit! Manifest your unique songs. If you already have material you'd like to record, I can help you find a recording studio.

ADULTS and TEENS welcome! - CHILDREN: Ages 8 years old and up

A Note on Practice & Performance 
Daily or weekly practice will lead to results. A teacher can guide you but you make your own discoveries. 
Commitment will turn your potential into something incredible. 
Students will perform in one yearly recital.

Rates
Please contact me below. Packages are available.

References upon request
For more info or questions, email: serena [at] serenamusic [dot] com