1^st lesson free

Katherine

5 (10 reviews)

Rate R818
Response 1h
Students
Number of students Katherine has accompanied since joining Superprof
30
Number of students Katherine has accompanied since joining Superprof

5 (10 reviews)

R818/h

1^st lesson free

Singing
Opera Singing

Experienced tutor in Singing in Cedar Hill, Katherine offers private lessons tailored to your needs.

Singing
Opera Singing

Lesson location

- online

About Katherine

I have been performing professionally and teaching voice and related courses in musical theatre, opera, pop, country, and jazz for 25 years. I possess a Doctorate in Vocal Performance and currently am an Asst. Professor of Voice/Musical Theatre at the University of Texas at Arlington which is centrally located in the DFW area. I prepare students to audition and perform professionally in their desired area of singing and take the student at the pace that is comfortable for the student.

I equally enjoy teaching beginners about their instrument and how to read music quickly and accurately as well as honing the experienced professional's repertoire book and their technique. I specialize in Acting the Song, Vocal Pedagogy, Performance Practice, Audition Prep, and Music and Musical Theatre Theory/History with regards to singing. I view my private studio and it's students as a place to meet the student where he/she is and where he/she wants to go. I provide a safe and supportive envirnoment as I regard someone sharing their voice with me as very personal and important.

I knew that I wanted to teach since the age of 5 - it has never been a "fallback" profession - always a priority for me. I always loved to sing as a child in church and school choir and also played flute from 5th-12th grade playing in concert and marching band. When I did my first musical, The Music Man, my sophomore year in high school, i knew that this was what I was destined to teach. I set out to learn everything I could about the pedagogy of singing, music, theatre, opera, movement/dance and everything that had to do with singing and acting on stage.

Doctorate of Musical Arts in Vocal Performance. North Dakota State University, 2008. GPA. 4.0.

Emphasis: Vocal Performance. [Disquisition: The Singing Actor and the Acting Singer: Inviting the Musical Theatre Approach and Student into the Classical Voice Studio.]

Master of Arts in Music - emphasis in Vocal Performance and Pedagogy. Minnesota State University Moorhead, 1999. GPA: 4.0.

Emphasis: Vocal Performance. [Thesis: Selected Vocal Repertoire for the Purpose of Technical Development.]

Bachelor of Science in Education. University of Nebraska – Lincoln, 1992. GPA: 3.5.

Major: Vocal Music (K-12).

Academic Employment

Assistant Professor of Instruction of Voice/Musical Theatre, University of Texas Arlington.

Courses taught: Music Theatre History, Singing for the Actor I and II, Applied Musical Theatre Voice, Acting 1, MT Portfolio/Showcase. Director/Music Director/Choreographer, The Broadway Mavericks. Director, Company. Music Director, Troupers, West Side Story, The Music Man, Ragtime. 2016-present.

Assistant Professor of Voice/Musical Theatre, North Dakota State University. Courses taught: Development of Musical Theatre, Acting the Song 1, Acting the Song 2, Musical Theatre Troupe, Applied Classical Voice, Applied Musical Theatre Voice, Vocal Pedagogy, Musical Theatre Class Voice. Music Director, Little Shop of Horrors, Next to Normal, Sweeney Todd. 2013-present.

Professor of Practice, North Dakota State University. Courses taught: Development of Musical Theatre, Musical Theatre Troupe, Applied Classical Voice, Applied Musical Theatre Voice, Vocal Pedagogy, Musical Theatre Class Voice. Music Director, 9 to 5: The Musical, Celebrate the Musical! Musical Revue, Reel to Real: Movie Musical Revue, Lippa’s The Wild Party, 2011-2013.

Lecturer, North Dakota State University. Courses taught: Development of Musical Theatre, Musical Theatre Troupe, Applied Classical Voice, Applied Musical Theatre Voice, Vocal Pedagogy, Musical Theatre Class Voice, Opera Workshop. Music Director, Oklahoma!, The Secret Garden, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, West Side Story, Floyd Collins, Broadway: A Lyrical Legacy, Fascinating Rhythm: Jazz on Broadway, Inspiration Broadway, The New Broadway. 2007-2011.

Visiting Professor of Voice, Valley City State University. Courses taught: Diction for Singers I & II, Applied Voice, Vocal Pedagogy, Humanities (Music Methods for the Elementary Teacher), Class Voice, University Singers Vocal Ensemble. 2005-06, 1998-99.

Instructor of Voice, Concordia College. Courses taught: Applied Voice. 2005.

Instructor of Voice, Minnesota State University - Moorhead. Courses taught: Applied Voice, Music Theatre Voice, Class Voice, Elementary Music Methods. 1999-2004.

Instructor of Voice / Graduate Assistant, North Dakota State University. Courses taught: Applied Voice for Music and Musical Theatre Majors, Class Voice, Opera Theatre Workshop. 2002-2005, 2007.

Guest Clinician, Wesleyan University, Lincoln, NE.
Teaching stage performance and movement techniques for senior high vocal workshop. June, 2000. June, 2002. June, 2003.

Private Voice Instruction
Private Voice Instructor: Dallas, TX, Moorhead, MN, Fargo, ND, Mankato, MN and Lincoln, NE. Teaching private voice to students of all ages and backgrounds in both the classical and musical theatre style. 1992 – present.

About the lesson

I begin by having the student sing either a song they already know or vocalizing them to get familiar with their voice. I ask them their past experiences with voice or performance and what are both their short term goals for taking voice as well as a long term goal for performing.

I have students who are performing professionally on Broadway and in Los Angeles right now as well as coaching Miss America pageant talent winners and semi-finalists in American Idol. Many of my students also perform professionally in Minneapolis, Denver, and the DFW area. I teach students as young as 8 and as old as 65 (and would happily teach older than that!)

I would definitely suggest clarifying for yourself what it VERY important for you to have in a lesson teacher as well as exactly what you want to learn. For example, are you someone who needs a gentle, calm approach in order to do your best or someone who excites and energizes you to achieve? Do you want to focus on the basics of singing such as breath, free tone, and singing in tune or do you need some audition cuts ready to go so you can get out there and perform? Ask specific questions in order to find the right person for you!

A few things worth thinking about before reaching out
1. Do you teach students of all ages and abilities?

2. Do you have a certain teaching style?

3. Do you allow me to observe one of your lessons before I make a decision and is this free?

4. What is your cancellation policy?

Reviews

All the reviews collected from students are verified by our team. They are therefore reliable and correspond to a real experience with Katherine.

5 (10 reviews)

J

Jennifer
- 5
Perfect! Dr. K is an amazing teacher. She always goes above and beyond and truly cares about her students.
Read more Read more

J

Jennifer

Perfect! Dr. K is an amazing teacher. She always goes above and beyond and truly cares about her students.
J

Jennifer
- 5
Perfect! Dr. K is not only professional, but very down to earth and welcoming to accommodate your schedule. A very enthusiastic teacher who strives to help you do your very best.
Read more Read more

J

Jennifer

Perfect! Dr. K is not only professional, but very down to earth and welcoming to accommodate your schedule. A very enthusiastic teacher who strives to help you do your very best.
See more reviews

Recommendations

Recommendations are written by the tutor's friends, family, and acquaintances.

V

Dr.K is one of the most incredible people you will ever meet. Not only has DK helped me grow vocally she has helped me grow as an individual. Working with DK is something I will always hold dear to my heart.
Read more

V
V
Dr.K is one of the most incredible people you will ever meet. Not only has DK helped me grow vocally she has helped me grow as an individual. Working with DK is something I will always hold dear to my heart.
Stephanie

Dr. K isn’t only and incredible technician, but has restored a confidence in me and my natural voice that is invaluable. Couldn’t recommend her more.
Read more

S
Stephanie
Dr. K isn’t only and incredible technician, but has restored a confidence in me and my natural voice that is invaluable. Couldn’t recommend her more.
Jenna

Dr. K is VERY personable and loving. She truly cares about her students and will go the extra mile to help them succeed in any way possible. She has high expectations for her students to complete tasks she has set out for them. I have been her student for the past four years and have experienced nothing but kindness and welcoming arms every time I walked into her studio. Vocally, she has widened my range tremendously and helped me explore dffferent styles. In addition to this, she has also taught me how the voice works and how the body works to produce sound. She works extremely well with accompanists. She chooses songs that she knows will challenge her students to help them grow as well as songs that fit them vocally and character wise. I could go on forever on how wonderful Dr. K is. She is the most positive person I know and if you decide to take her for voice then you will most definitely not regret it!!!
Read more

J
Jenna
Dr. K is VERY personable and loving. She truly cares about her students and will go the extra mile to help them succeed in any way possible. She has high expectations for her students to complete tasks she has set out for them. I have been her student for the past four years and have experienced nothing but kindness and welcoming arms every time I walked into her studio. Vocally, she has widened my range tremendously and helped me explore dffferent styles. In addition to this, she has also taught me how the voice works and how the body works to produce sound. She works extremely well with accompanists. She chooses songs that she knows will challenge her students to help them grow as well as songs that fit them vocally and character wise. I could go on forever on how wonderful Dr. K is. She is the most positive person I know and if you decide to take her for voice then you will most definitely not regret it!!!
Bradley

Dr. K is such a warm and kind-hearted teacher! She makes you feel extremely comfortable to try whatever and has helped me repair any mistakes so that they do not happen again. Dr. K strives to make careers in her vocal studio by training us in body and mind, as well as voice. I haven’t been singing long at all. She was one of the first people to ever hear me sing and with her help my voice has grown far beyond what I thought was capable, in just a short amount of time. I highly recommend Dr. K for all ages and all skill levels!
Read more

B
Bradley
Dr. K is such a warm and kind-hearted teacher! She makes you feel extremely comfortable to try whatever and has helped me repair any mistakes so that they do not happen again. Dr. K strives to make careers in her vocal studio by training us in body and mind, as well as voice. I haven’t been singing long at all. She was one of the first people to ever hear me sing and with her help my voice has grown far beyond what I thought was capable, in just a short amount of time. I highly recommend Dr. K for all ages and all skill levels!
Monica

I have been a student of Dr.K’s for almost 4years! She has a great way of teaching you how to sing with your head voice vs chest voice. Dr.K is a master of vocal pedagogy, music theory, sight reading and acting. Take her studio and you will gain a wealth of knowledge!
Read more

M
Monica
I have been a student of Dr.K’s for almost 4years! She has a great way of teaching you how to sing with your head voice vs chest voice. Dr.K is a master of vocal pedagogy, music theory, sight reading and acting. Take her studio and you will gain a wealth of knowledge!
Cole

Dr. K is professional and a magnificent professor. She caters to the students needs and is a vital role in my vocal training
Read more

C
Cole
Dr. K is professional and a magnificent professor. She caters to the students needs and is a vital role in my vocal training
Jenny

Dr.K is AWESOME!
Five stars are not enough to rate her. I would give her at least 10000 stars.
She knows and teaches all singing techniques classical, pop and musical theatre very well. I learned a lot of how to act while I sing from her. She is also a great person who cares about students. She is encouraging and supporting which are very important materials to build confidence as a performer😉
Read more

J
Jenny
Dr.K is AWESOME!
Five stars are not enough to rate her. I would give her at least 10000 stars.
She knows and teaches all singing techniques classical, pop and musical theatre very well. I learned a lot of how to act while I sing from her. She is also a great person who cares about students. She is encouraging and supporting which are very important materials to build confidence as a performer😉
Cole

I love the fact that she tailors her lessons to each individual student. There is a good mix of acting and voice instruction for each song. I love her flexibility in scheduling and in the lessons themselves. Lastly, she's a wonderful person and very knowledgeable! I recommend her to anyone!
Read more

C
Cole
I love the fact that she tailors her lessons to each individual student. There is a good mix of acting and voice instruction for each song. I love her flexibility in scheduling and in the lessons themselves. Lastly, she's a wonderful person and very knowledgeable! I recommend her to anyone!
See more recommendations

Rates

Rate

R818

Package rates

5h: R4090
10h: R8180

free lesson

The free first lesson with Katherine allows you to get to know the tutor and discuss your needs and expectations.

online

R818/h

Details

Lessons are $35 for a ½ hour lesson, $52.50 for a 45 minute lesson, and $70 for an hour lesson. Skype/FaceTime Lessons may be available.

Experienced tutor in Singing in Cedar Hill, Katherine offers private lessons tailored to your needs.

Lesson location

Recommended

About Katherine

About the lesson

Reviews

Recommendations

Rates

Rate

Package rates

free lesson

online

Details

Similar Singing tutor profiles

Suné

Tarryn

Vanessa

Alex

Nozibusiso

June

Kattitude

Pierre

Mbali

Devasha

Xanilee

Ridia

Andries

Tamara

Candice

Nthabiseng

Mia-Lana

Ingrid

Nozi Tamia

Adebayo

Experienced tutor in Singing in Cedar Hill, Katherine offers private lessons tailored to your needs.

Lesson location

Recommended

About Katherine

About the lesson

Reviews

Recommendations

Rates

Rate

Package rates

free lesson

online

Details

Similar Singing tutor profiles

Suné

Tarryn

Vanessa

Alex

Nozibusiso

June

Kattitude

Pierre

Mbali

Devasha

Xanilee

Ridia

Andries

Tamara

Candice

Nthabiseng

Mia-Lana

Ingrid

Nozi Tamia

Adebayo

Share

Verified tutor profile

levels

Languages in which the lesson is available

Reviews

Évaluations

Recommendations

free lesson

Report this advert