Author: Arabella Berman

29 Mar

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[sc name="blog-post-hero"] In this spotlight feature, Craig Williamson's unwavering dedication to vocal mastery has resulted in an impressive array of accomplishments. Within a mere seven months of em barking on his voice lessons at Arabella's Voice Studio. [/sc] Discovering the Desire for Vocal Mastery and Voice Lessons At Arabella's Voice Studio, Craig, a skilled guitar player performing for church services, sought to strengthen the coordination between his singing and guitar playing. Like many music hobbyists, Craig Williamson's journey began with a simple yet profound desire to elevate his singing skills and achieve vocal mastery. Through consistent voice lessons, he embraced a path of exploration and development, specifically focusing on overcoming vocal fry and expanding his falsetto range. Notably, Craig is currently working on mastering "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" by the Tokens, highlighting the newfound capabilities of his voice. A Musical Melting Pot The guitarist leads a diverse life balancing a thriving career as a psychologist. As a...

20 Feb

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[sc name="blog-post-hero-oval"] [/sc] Senior Voice Lessons for the Aging Voice Arabella’s Voice Studio offers voice lessons for students of all ages, including senior learners, focusing on the unique requirements each age needs. Senior learners will learn strength and control to help maintain their voices as they age. What is the Emphasis for Senior Voice Lessons at AVS? As bodies mature and age, it is common to lose muscle mass and strength. The vocal mechanism used for singing uses many muscles, so as you age, your voice might need extra help to maintain your strength. Arabella's Voice Studio believes that music is muscular. Each lesson is designed to help you train like an athlete to maintain your voice. Arabella’s Voice Studio will also help you keep control of your voice. Just as aging bodies may find that strength changes, you may also find that your vocal control changes as you age. Arabella's Voice Studio will help...

28 Jul

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[sc name="blog-post-hero"] Join Dan Convey as he conquers vocal hurdles to achieve triumphs in his musical odyssey! Unleash your artistic potential at AVS! [/sc] Artistic Expression In Diverse Fields And Multifaceted Skills Meet Dan Convey, a multi-talented musician proficient in guitar, piano, vocals, and production. His musical journey began at the age of 8 with the piano. Instilling in him a deep understanding of arrangement and composition. For the self-taught instrumentalist, "the guitar was the thing that you HAD to do if you wanted to get people’s attention".  He's now captivating songwriting sessions with his favored Martin D-10E. If you have opened a pop music arrangement and quickly shut the book, do not fear! Music is a skill that can develop through practice, like muscle training. Piano for the Vocalist are piano arrangements that can help you learn how to read sheet music in a way that lets you enjoy your music, no...

17 Jul

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Amanda Miller's journey has a unique origin. Growing up on a small farm, she participated in the renowned 4-H program, a  youth organization based in the United States.  The program is dedicated to empowering young people through "heads, hearts, hands, and health." Now, Amanda is dedicating her head, heart, and hands to growing her musicianship by singing and playing!...

22 Feb

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[sc name="blog-post-hero-oval-horizontal"] Piano for the Vocalist is an creative way to help you learn to play your favorite songs, no matter your skill level. Piano Lessons, Boston MA  [/sc] Piano Lessons, Boston MA As a vocalist, developing piano skills maximizes your music-making abilities. Unfortunately, many sheet music arrangements are difficult to read because they have overly-complicated rhythms and complex chords. These arrangements can make songs that seem easy to play and sing seem impossible. If you have opened a pop music arrangement and quickly shut the book, do not fear! Music is a skill that can develop through practice, like muscle training. Piano for the Vocalist are piano arrangements that can help you learn how to read sheet music in a way that lets you enjoy your music, no matter your current ability. How Does Piano for the Vocalist Work? Piano for the Vocalist breaks pieces down to their fundamental skills and builds up in...

19 Jan

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[sc name="blog-post-hero"] Meet Jenna Blum, a household name and New York Times bestselling author of novels such as "Those Who Save Us" and "The Lost Family," Blum has captivated readers with her storytelling. But what many may not know is that Blum is also an accomplished vocalist. [/sc] In the world of literature, Jenna Blum is a household name. The New York Times bestselling author of historical fiction novels such as "Those Who Save Us" and "The Lost Family," Blum has captivated readers with her masterful storytelling and emotional depth. But what many may not know is that Blum is also an accomplished vocalist, and recently sat down with her voice teacher, Arabella, to discuss her journey as a student and an author. When asked what brought her to voice lessons, Blum revealed that she's just started taking lessons with Arabella and has wanted to do this for years. "I'm finally doing it...

28 Jul

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[sc name="blog-post-hero-oval-horizontal"] [/sc] I am a competitor. I am an artist, but I am also a competitor. I do not believe these two things to be mutually exclusive. However, one’s desire and one’s development are two different things all together. Everyone wants to know if they have what it takes, but the better question is, do you have what it takes to take it on. Who cares about the music. Really! Who cares!…I say as I try to grow my own vocal studio. Rewind to my senior year of high school. I sit down with my high school chorus director and I want to know, “do I have what it takes to be a vocalist.” Be kind he says, that is your gift and you would do well to find a profession where you can use your gift. I walk away. Defeated. I can’t do it, I think. He says my gift...

21 Jul

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[sc name="blog-post-hero"] Your voice is the only instrument you can’t see. This is what makes the voice so magical. Singing is a journey of self-exploration and why. [/sc] Mind. Your voice is the only instrument you can’t see. This is what makes the voice so magical and also so complicated to “play“ as a musician. As musicians, we often rely on a full sensory experience. Guitarists, for instance, rely on the sound of the notes and feel under their hands. Vocal mastery is hard for this reason. When one sense is cut, such as sight, we have to rely more heavily on others such as sound and feel to forge those neuro pathways as learners. Many students come in seeking “voice control”, and really what they are lacking is not the muscular control of the folds themselves, but the discipline to visualize the voice in their minds. There is a conceptualization component...