Voice Lessons
Develop your singing voice with personalized instruction from an experienced teacher who knows how the voice works.
Benefits of Voice Lessons
Improved Vocal Technique
Learn proper breathing, resonance, and diction to sing beautifully and in tune with greater range and control.
Increased Confidence
Develop self-confidence that extends beyond singing into other areas of your life, including public speaking and performance.
Joy of Expression
Experience the joy and fulfillment that comes from expressing yourself through music and developing your unique voice.
Teaching Approach
Mary's teaching approach focuses on developing a free, authentic voice through:
Proper Breathing Technique
Learn to breathe properly for singing, developing breath support that allows for better control and sustained notes.
Resonance Development
Discover how to use your body's natural resonating chambers to create a rich, full sound that carries without strain.
Clear Diction
Learn techniques for clear articulation and expression, ensuring your lyrics are understood and your message conveyed.
Musicianship Development
Develop your overall musicality, including rhythm, pitch accuracy, and expressive interpretation of music.
When students take voice lessons, individuals can learn to sing or speak with more confidence. Benefits from singing spill over into many parts of our lives: poise, confidence and posture.
Mary Laymon
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits of voice lessons?
When students take voice lessons, individuals can learn to sing or speak with more confidence. Singers can fulfill a lifelong passion by pursuing their dream of learning to sing well. Benefits from singing spill over into many parts of our lives: poise, confidence and posture.
What should I expect at the first lesson?
Most singers find the first session with a voice teacher terrifying. It is unnerving to stand 3 feet away from someone and open your mouth and sing. I hope that as we talk about your experience with singing and what your goals might be, the singer is put more at ease and understands that it's more important to see where you're going than dwell on where you are at. We will talk and I will lead you through some exercises. Then we'll talk some more and hopefully you will leave excited and have learned something you didn't know before you came.
What styles of music do you teach?
I work in many styles of music. My first priority is that the singer has an understanding of basic technique and singing with a free authentic voice. This can be accomplished through scales and exercises and by applying these ideas to any type of music we decide to work on. Although I believe Italian art song is the easiest way to building a beautiful and strong voice, it isn't the only way.
How old do you start students?
I work with students of all ages starting at 14 years old. There is no age at which you are too old to take voice lessons.
Ready to Start Your Vocal Journey?
There are a few openings available for new students. Book your first lesson online or contact Mary with questions.