Teachers and Coaches

Joshua Dixon Belt, baritone, is a recent graduate of Longy School of Music at Bard College (Graduate Performance Diploma in Vocal Studies) where he was an Access for Equity Scholar and a member of the MassOpera Artist Training program. He… Learn more.

With over 25 years of International performing experience and a successful track record as a Voice Teacher at Boston University, the Boston University Tanglewood Institute, DeSales University, Lehigh University and in Private Teaching, I… Learn more.

Hannah Carlson is a Boston-based soprano and voice teacher. She is a recent graduate of the Boston Conservatory and has spent the past two summers as a voice teacher at the Boston Conservatory's Vocal and Choral Intensive for high… Learn more.

With an eclectic range of experience Kristin finds herself hired for a variety of engagements throughout the year. As a singer and teacher her talents and training varies from classical styles such as opera, oratorio, and art song, to more… Learn more.

An Arkansas native, mezzo-soprano Jade Espina is a voice teacher and classical singer in the Boston area. She recently completed he graduate studies at Boston University, where she pursued a Master of Music in Voice Performance as a… Learn more.

Vanessa Naghdi is a teacher and performer originally from the Washington, D.C. area. Since the age of 2, she has been singing and performing for all audiences. Vanessa sang in her first musical at age 9, started singing in choirs and… Learn more.

Maria Jane is an experienced voice teacher and coach in the Boston area. The focus of her teaching is on developing good breath management and voice functionality to improve range, volume and tone quality. All ages welcome!

Jennifer Burks has over 6 years of private teaching experience. She holds a BM in Vocal Performance, and MM in Vocal Pedagogy, and is about to receive a certification in Vocal Health First Aid. Jennifer works with students online from ages… Learn more.

Professional singer and voice teacher, with over 10 years of teaching experience. Comfortable with Classical, Music Theater, and CCM styles. Lessons are tailored to the needs of each student, building upon their inherent strengths to… Learn more.

Professional Soprano & Equity Actor, Jean Danton welcomes all levels of training and focuses on developing a healthy vocal technique for classical, musical theatre, and pop/jazz styles. Basic acting skills are taught so that each… Learn more.

Soprano Ellen Allen is a singer, voice teacher, and coach based north of Boston. She specializes in working with dedicated high school, pre-professional, and adult avocational singers, teaching both classical and musical theater styles.… Learn more.

Ann-Marie is a classical singer and voice teacher in the Boston area who has experience teaching voice to students of all ages and experience levels. She also has experience teaching beginner piano and "piano for singers." She… Learn more.

Bio:
Anastasia Black, soprano, is dedicated to the performance and preservation of vocal music from the Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque eras, especially music by female composers. Anastasia holds a Master’s Degree in Early Music… Learn more.

Soprano Patrice Tiedemann’s performance highlights include Holiday concerts with the Boston Pops, Boston Lyric Opera (The Little Prince), Pioneer Valley Symphony (Cavalleria Rusticana), Piccolo Spoleto Festival (L’enfant Prodigue), Opera… Learn more.

Teaching Artist Statement
As a teacher, I strive to guide each student to find their own true voice because I believe that every person, regardless of background or experience, has the ability and potential to sing beautifully. I… Learn more.

Inside every singer is their true voice—the best, most complete sound they can produce. My role is to guide you in finding that sound. Through curious exploration, increasing physical awareness, and clarifying intentions, you will discover… Learn more.