Private Piano and Voice Lessons

Worldwide on Zoom and Google Meet

Zoom1
teaching-1

I teach private lessons in voice and piano (or both!) in my studio worldwide via Zoom and Google Meet.

In your piano lesson or voice lesson with me, I will first assess your unique needs and skill level, and then help chart a course of study that will move you toward your goals. Each one of your lessons will be dynamic and personalized.

You will walk away from every piano or voice lesson with clear practice goals, so you can continue to build on our work at home.

Does this sound like what you've been looking for? Let's explore working together!

Testimonials From Students

“Without her knowledge, guidance, and encouragement, I may never have realized my dream of playing jazz piano for an audience! I am very grateful to work with such a wonderful musician and teacher.”

Melissa Forbes photo

Dr. Melissa Forbes, Singer/Professor at University of Southern Queensland, Toowoomba, Australia

"I absolutely loved how she integrates vocal science into her coaching. I not only was gaining confidence in myself but a true understanding of how my voice works.”

Derick

Derick McKoy, Founder and Artistic Director, McKoy Dance Project, New York City

"One of Brenda’s many strengths as a teacher is that she is well versed in many genres and she gave me a clear, easy to follow structure for developing my improvisational skills. Brenda is warm, encouraging and helped me overcome my fears and mental blocks during the process."

Cindy Hospedales photo

Cindy Hospedales, R&B/Jazz Vocalist/Songwriter, Classical Pianist, Piano and Voice teacher, Brooklyn, NY

Voice Lessons from the comfort of your home

Whether you are exploring your singing voice for the first time or you are looking for elite professional training, I am here to support you.

Using my expansive knowledge of the voice, we will work together to help you develop your range, strengthen your sound, and discover your unique voice.

Focusing primarily on jazz, pop, rock, music theater, and singer/songwriters, we will work on your:

  • Registers
  • Range
  • Belting
  • Mix
  • Tone Qualities
  • Breathing and Support
  • Song styling and interpretation

Each singing lesson is recorded so you can practice along at home. I provide live or recorded accompaniments for your songs (I'm a professional pianist!).

I use the highest quality professional audio and video sources so you'll feel like you're live in my studio!  All you need is a computer or tablet device and a reliable internet connection.

Kari A
4 weeks ago
I was looking forward to voice lessons but Brenda didn’t even bother showing up to the initial consultation or sending an email saying that she’s running late or that she couldn’t make it. Very un professional and a waste of time
Response from the owner:Signing up on my website using two different names and then leaving a review with a different name is extremely suspicious and now you are leaving me a one star review from a different name. I don't have time to deal with spammers because I'm too busy working with my beloved students.
Paul H
9 months ago
I saw Brenda's piano ads online. Thought about signing up for lessons but was a little intimidated, me being such a beginner. Well Brenda emailed me and offered a zoom online meet up to greet and chat. She was great. Reassuring and explained the learning journey to me. I'm so glad I signed up. I'm 71 just retired, Aircraft Mechanic and always regretted stopping piano lessons as a young kid. I look forward to the lessons and am steadily improving. Learning major minor chords and triads and songs. So enjoyable to play for myself as I learn. Brenda is so patient and encouraging. Highly recommend her teaching talents. Paul
Response from the owner:Thanks so much Paul. It's been so much fun working with you!
Alma Carraro
9 months ago
Brenda is an incredible teacher. In a few months I went from struggling to sustain high notes to belting a high D with ease. Every person that’s heard me sing in the last couple of weeks has noticed my growth. Not only has my singing improved, but my confidence and knowledge has grown as well. My ear has become sharper and I’m able to correct mistakes because of Brenda’s teaching method. She encourages honesty and asking question. Any time I’m making a mistake she asks me what are the things that I can do to correct it and immediately the problem is fixed, so when I’m practicing at home alone, I am able to recognize these mistakes and I have the tools to correct them. Her lessons are fun and we get so much done every time. One of my favorite things about working with Brenda is that she always asks me If what she’s saying is making sense and If I feel it’s helping. You don’t get that type of care and attention with every teacher, she is genuinely happy to see my improvement. I would recommend her to any one, from beginners to experts, If you’re looking to take your singing to the next level, Brenda is the person to go to!
Mikel Ross
10 months ago
Brenda has been absolutely amazing! When my 9-year-old daughter Grace first started lessons, she could barely carry a tune, but under Brenda’s guidance, she has truly found her voice. Brenda is energetic, engaging, and incredibly talented. Her lessons are not only filled with learning but also so much fun that Grace looks forward to every session. We are beyond grateful for the confidence and joy Brenda has helped Grace discover through singing. Highly recommend! She is a MUST for your child's musical development.
Response from the owner:Thanks so much for the kind works Mikel. Seeing Grace is a highlight of my week!
Aya Rosario
10 months ago
I have seen such wonderful progress with my voice with Brenda. She's attentive, caring, and so knowledgeable. All around super fun to learn from! I'm very grateful to have her as my instructor.
Response from the owner:Thanks Aya!
Anastasia Armstrong
10 months ago
Brenda is an incredible and engaging teacher! I have been taking piano lessons from her for almost a year, and it's been a joy to learn from her and see myself grow as a pianist. I had taken lessons as a child and came into her music room with very little memory of piano, and it was almost magical to see how quickly skills came back under her teaching. She's patient, encouraging, and a "hype queen", and no matter what age you are, you'll have the best experience learning from her.
Response from the owner:Thanks so much Ana! It's been so much fun playing music with you!
Olivia Shaw
10 months ago
Brenda has provided me with incredible coaching and mentorship as my voice teacher. She has not only taught me how to sing, but how to be confident in my voice. If I ever feel like I’ve hit a wall with an aspect of my singing, she shows me that it’s actually a door and helps me figure out how to open it.
Response from the owner:Thanks so much for your kind words Olivia! It has been amazing to see how much you have blossomed as a performer!
Jill
1 year ago
Brenda is a top notch, professional, patient piano teacher. She creates challenging guidelines but not beyond my skill level. I love what I'm learning with Brenda!
Response from the owner:Thanks so much Jill! It has been so much fun helping you flesh out your piano skills. I love working with you!
Stella Khazzam
2 years ago
Working with Brenda is my favorite selfish joy of the week. I am in my mid twenties and have loved singing since I was a little girl, although I stopped working on my vocals in college. I found Brenda because I wanted to work on my voice and practice a song to surprise my fiance at our wedding in September, and I am so so grateful! Each session I can feel my vocal folds getting stronger and my confidence grows, not just for singing but also daily speech. I find it completely worthwhile and good for anyone regardless of whether they sing. The environment is also very welcoming and safe. My family always says they know I am happy when I am singing, and since working with Brenda I am able to let it flow much more frequently 🙂
Lucy B
2 years ago
Brenda is a fantastic teacher of piano. She is clearly the best of all the teachers we have tried. She has vast experience in a broad range of genres and performance settings which she shares readily in her lessons. Her methods of teaching facilitate rapid progress with technique and theory. Her ability to teach how to create accompaniment pieces, intros, outros and solos for performance is quite impressive.

Piano Lessons Online Via Zoom and Google Meet

As a piano teacher, I use my wide range of training and professional experience to build a course of study that is unique to your needs.

Screenshot 2024-10-17 at 8.56.35 AM

Whether you are singer learning to self accompany, a jazz pianist wanting to expand your skills or an experienced pianist looking to fortify existing skills, there is a place for you in the studio.

We will focus in on your strengths and challenges and I will provide exercises and repertoire that will help you to move fluidly to the next level. You will complete each lesson with a clear practice plan to help you succeed.

I have a top-of-the-line online lesson set up with professional quality audio and video, so you'll feel like you're in the studio with me.  All you need is a computer or tablet and internet access and we are good to go!

Zoom teaching Liz
Zoom teaching Paul

Voice & Piano Lessons in Online via Zoom/Google Meet

Many students study with me because I am able to combine voice and piano into one lesson. We will customize this time to help you feel confident singing at the piano.

Online Lessons Using State-of-the-Art Technology

Make no mistake: this is a very high quality online experience.

I use top-of-the-line equipment when I teach so that you get the highest quality experience. In addition to professional audio equipment for top-notch sound quality, I use a software called OBS which will give you:

  1. A clear view of my face
  2. An overhead view of the piano.
  3. A light-up keyboard with the note names listed
  4. A screen view of any music notation we will need.
  5. Audio or videos of performances

I have taught students all over the world, from Canada to Korea to Australia and it feels like we are in the room together!

If you've been skeptical of virtual lessons in the past, I encourage you to give it a try.

What piano skills do singers need?

Download my free guide and get tons of free resources too.