Singing, Acting, Storytelling ( Drama, Musical Theatre).

From 106.64 C$ /h

I'm an opera and theatre director with experience in staging (8 + years) and teaching acting and singing (children, adolescents, adults). If you feel like you want to overcome any psychological clamps, face yourself, speak out and let your inner voice come out, then perhaps these classes are for you.

Extra information

I teach at student's location or at the studio (Q factory Amsterdam).

Location

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At student's location :

Around Amsterdam, Netherlands

At teacher's location :

Jacques Veltmanstraat, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Online from Netherlands

About Me

Hello, my name is Nadia! I am an opera director, media artist, independent game designer and drama teacher. I hold a degree in Music Theatre from Russian Institute of Theatre Arts, New Media in Contemporary Art from British Higher School of Art and Design and a Master degree in Fine Arts and Design ( Sandberg Institute, Amsterdam). I made several opera productions for opera houses ( + my portfolio includes pieces made specially for Children Music Theatre), transdisciplinary performances and installations, and video games. I've had experience in working with children, adolescents and adults as a drama teacher and director (I also led a theater studio for children). I have a passion for music (and of course opera), games, technology, literature, writing, and film, and would love to share everything I know!

Education

2022 - 2024 Sandberg Institute (NL). Re:master Opera, MA program.
2021 - 2022 British Higher School of Art and Design/Moscow School of Contemporary Art. New Media in Contemporary Art. Media Artist.
2013 - 2018 Russian Institute of Theater Arts (GITIS). Faculty of Music Theater. B.A. in Opera Directing.
2011 - 2013 Saint-Petersburg Institute of Culture and Art. Theatre Director.

Experience / Qualifications

2024 "Restless Whirls". A soap opera for a washing machine and 3 performers. "O" festival for musical theatre. Rotterdam, Netherlands. Director/Performer.
2024 "Need for Sing: The Last Ensnarlamento". Opera for Opera Forward Festival, Dutch National Opera and Ballet. Amsterdam, Netherlands. Director.
2024 "Il Trittico" G. Puccini, directed by Barrie Kosky, Dutch National Opera and Ballet. Asisstant Director intership.
2024 "No one ever told me I should have already been here". Opera Forward Festival/Dutch National Opera and Ballet. Amsterdam, Netherlands. Performer.
2023 Re:Master Opera Collective performance for H'art Museum x ADE (Amsterdam Dance Event. Amsterdam, Netherlands.
2023 WORMxAMARTE. WORM RADIO. "Nostos", a concept album. Rotterdam, Netherlands.
2023 "I feel asleep at minute six". SYNERGY x No Art Music Festival. Amsterdam, Netherlands.
2023 "I feel asleep at minute six". Performance for the Opera Forward Festival 2023. Re:master Opera Collective. Amsterdam. Netherlands.
2022 "Cerca Trova'. Video game. "PIep! Knars! KRIJS!KRAAK!". Mokum Kraakt/Creative Industries fund NL. Amsterdam, Netherlands.
2022 "I human care. Dance Opera". Amsterdam Dance Event. Re:master Opera collective.
2022 "Much water has flown under the bridge since that time". Performance. Moscow School of Contemporary Art. 30/7 Gallery. Moscow, Russia.
2022 "Birch √0". Performance. Ges-2. Commissioned by VAC - foundation. Moscow, Russia.
2021 Delegated Performance "Trial on Light". "U-contemporary" Gallery. Moscow, Russia.
2021 "LOG". Art & Science opera in collaboration with scientists, mold fungi and physarum polycephalum. Director. "CoOPERAtion Lab. Art & Science". Moscow Opera House "Novaya Opera".
2021 "Rigoletto" G. Verdi. On-stage podcast. Director and dramaturgist. "Baikal Opera Lab". Buryat Opera House, Ulan-Ude, Russia.
2021 Performance "Fish Day". Performance Artist. Zverev Center of Contemporary Art, Moscow, Russia.
2020 Animated Online Opera "Get connected", a nominee of Russian National Opera Award "Onegin". Director, librettist. Moscow Children Music Theater named after N.Sats, Moscow Russia.
2018 "Gianni Schicchi" by G. Puccini. Director.Samara State Opera and Ballet Theater. Samara, Russia. 2018 "Hansel and Gretel" by E. Humperdinck. Director. Moscow Children Music Theater named after N.Sats. Moscow, Russia.
2016 "Mozart & Salieri" by N. Rimsky-Korsakov. Director. Astrakhan State Opera and Ballet Theater. Astrakhan, Russia.

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

45 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Russian

Skills

Acting

Singing

Storytelling

Reviews

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

At teacher's location and via webcam

At student's home

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08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

Marianna

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My experience is that anyone can become a great singer.
You only need to practice the right exercises and invest the right amount of time.
On my lessons I give you the tools to overcome your personal vocal challenges and I will push you to practice!

Stefano

4.83

(6)

Get ready to take charge of your own musical journey with my classes! You'll have the freedom to choose what you want to study, how you want to learn, and which approach best suits your individual style.

Together, we'll create a personalized plan that will take you step-by-step towards your designated goals, with my unwavering support every step of the way. I'll teach you a variety of singing techniques and help you discover your own unique voice. No two singers are the same, so I'll adapt to your needs and provide personalized guidance to help you surpass your goals!

Are you ready to unleash your full potential and take your singing to the next level? Join my classes today and let's get started on this exciting musical journey together!

I strongly believe that the voice is an all-powerful instrument. It converts the invisible into the visible; it transforms emotions into sounds. The voice is subject to continuous evolution. It's a beautiful instrument that offers so many possibilities in terms of expansion.

Patrícia

4.83

(6)

My teaching method meets the student's needs. Above all, I try to make people keep their passion and taste for music and my main goal is to make music or art a pleasure and not a sacrifice.

I motivate students, showing them the benefits of exploring their unique talents, but also not hiding the need for continuous work and with some obstacles, sometimes difficult, to overcome.

I let the students bring their own musical choices and, over time, I also recommend material that I think may be useful for a faster, simpler, and more efficient evolution.
As I said, I focus on the pleasure of singing but also on the technique that allows us to achieve the best results with less effort.
I hope that my way of teaching will work with you, but we always have to adapt to the needs and personalities of each one.
Come and try it!

Kristina

4.83

(6)

I have a passion for music and I want to share this passion with you! I believe that music has healing power, it brings joy, happiness, and makes your life better. So why not sing/play or write a song right now?

What do I offer?

VOCAL:
-technique
-style
-repertoire

IMPROVISATION:
-scat
-rhythm
-harmony

SONGWRITING:
-creating a melody
-harmony
-arrangement

PIANO:
-accompany yourself on piano

EAR TRAINING / MUSIC THEORY

* Side effects may include unparalleled joy, a new perspective on creativity, rejection of the predictable, and a sudden, irreversible urge to lead a more spontaneous existence.

Sabine

4.83

(6)

Hello, my name is Sabine! I'm a soprano, actor, and singing teacher educated in multiple styles. I hold a degree in Vocal Performance (Classical + Pop/rock) & Musicology, and finished my studies at Fontys AMPA (Opera). I have also trained as an actor (film & theatre) at the Mulholland Academy in Amsterdam.

My lessons are entirely tailored to your personal wishes. We begin with a discussion about what you'd like to learn, and we work toward your own ideal voice and sound. We can choose classical, operatic, popular, or musical repertoire - or other styles that interest you. The focus is always on healthy, sustainable technique. You can also choose to work on different elements: we can focus only on singing technique, but also on performance or dramatic skills, song interpretation, audition preparation, your speaking voice, stage fright..all questions are welcome!

Reasons to try out a lesson
-You've always been curious about singing, but don't know where to start
-You already sing for fun, but you want to take your voice to the next level
-You want to prepare an audition (for conservatory, a role in a production, singing competition, choir, open mic..)
-You suffer from stage fright or lack of confidence
-You want to work on your theatrical skills
-You're an actor who wants to improve their vocal technique
-You want to strengthen your speaking voice
-You're in a choir and want to improve your voice
-You want to be able to sing convincingly in the English language (as a native speaker, I also offer English language and diction coaching for singing)
-any other reason!

Please feel free to contact me with any questions. All ages and experience levels are welcome :)

Federica

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(6)

You'll learn how to use the voice in the proper way, starting by your natural speech and developing it to find your own sound. I have experience in both Pop and Jazz styles (a Bachelor in Jazz Singing and a degree in Jazz Composition), so it's possible to study songs from both this repertoires. I also give Music Theory Lessons, to make the student develop his/her own style and musical sensibility and, in the case of Jazz, to know how to improvise on different chord changes and jazz styles.

Eyal

4.83

(6)

Hi there,

I am a self taught musician who sings, play many instruments and produce my music.
Have been teaching Guitar and Vocal/Ear for a while, using a creative fun method I came up with - learning through music and songs you love to develop your ear and playing/singing technic.

Thanks

Priscila

4.83

(6)

Learn to sing like Celia Cruz or Gloria Estefan! PrisciLa teaches singing at the Muziekpakhuis in the center of Amsterdam. Teaches Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Sing your favorite songs!
The classes are individual and last one hour. What works:
• Articulation of words
• Knowledge of Latin rhythms
• Sing out loud
• Acquire more strength in your voice
• Announcements
But, singing is something so personal! We can start with what you like best. :-)

Roel

4.83

(6)

Zangstudio Roel in Amsterdam provides vocal training for all skill levels, led by expert instructors.
Ever wondered about your vocal potential? Keen to delve into the art of singing? Eager to refine and enhance your song performances? Our singing lessons are tailor-made for your needs!

For those already versed in vocal arts, we offer further enrichment and advancement of your existing talents.

Our singing sessions take place at our studio in Amsterdam.

Carolina

4.83

(6)

Graduate in Performing Arts from TAI University

Graduate in Psychology with a Master’s in Music Therapy from UNED

Specialized jazz studies at Berklee College of Music and Escuela de Música Creativa

Studies in singing styles and vocal physiology at Nina Academia

Vocal recovery training with LaxVox at Aurea Speech Therapy Clinic

I have been studying opera and classical singing since the age of 12, as well as jazz, choral, and musical theater singing. I have been performing in musicals since 2015.
These studies have given me a wealth of tools to adapt to what each student needs and wants, because the most important thing is that we never stop enjoying music.

My classes are based on three core principles. The first is having a clear method, rooted in the real functioning of the voice—its physiology (what science tells us about how we use the body to sing)—and applicable to anyone, step by step, with logic. I always prioritize the student’s vocal health and rely on scientifically proven methods. I use simple language, without unnecessary technicalities, so everything is easy to understand and makes sense.

The second is the emotional and psychological aspect. For me, connecting with the person in front of me is essential—understanding how they think, how they perceive themselves, what blocks them, and what motivates them. This way, I can adapt the classes to their personality and goals. I try to create a relaxed environment based on respect, trust, and a little humor, where everyone feels free and comfortable. We aren’t all born with the voice we wish we had, but we can all develop what we do have—and on that journey, singing becomes a way to know and accept yourself better.

And the third is the dedication and professionalism with which I approach this work, which I am truly passionate about.

All classes are divided into a warm-up and vocalization section, followed by work on a chosen piece suited to the student’s level and preferred style. Regardless of style or level, a foundation in classical singing will always be established.

Shira

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(6)

Nice to meet you - I’m Shira!

I’m an Amsterdam-based singer with extensive experience in choral, classical, and early music singing. I’m offering lessons for students of all ages and abilities who are eager to explore and develop their vocal skills. Whether you're just starting out or already have some experience, I'm here to help you on your singing journey.

I teach from my home in Amsterdam. While my background is rooted in classical music, I can also help you discover and refine your voice in pop, contemporary, and other genres. My lessons are tailored to your individual needs and goals, with exercises designed to find what works best for your voice.

We’ll start each lesson with breathing exercises and vocal warm-ups, then move on to working on a song. Together, we can focus on stage presence, diction, musical interpretation, and more, helping you build confidence and technique in a way that resonates with your personal musical style.

Alizee

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(6)

Through various techniques I help you to feel and understand your own voice. Often singing becomes easy when you apply the right breathing technique.
Posture is also important (this is sometimes underestimated).
I can see when there is tension in your throat or in your body. I zoom in on this during the lesson. And I correct that.
During the first lesson I listen carefully to your voice and to your goals and ideas. Based on that I create a tailor-made lesson that serves your goals. Do you not have any goals yet? Then we will look for them together! Maybe you really want to sing this one song?

I do this too!:
I have a home studio where I can record your voice. You can use this as a demo. I also have experience with producing music. I would like to teach you the basics of producing and what you need for it.

Through various techniques, I help you feel and understand your own voice. Singing often becomes easier once you apply the right breathing techniques.

Posture is also important (this is often underestimated). I can see when there's tension in your throat or in your body. During the lesson, I focus on that and correct it.

In the first lesson, I listen carefully to your voice, your goals, and your ideas. Based on that, I create tailored lessons to serve your specific goals. Don't have any goals yet? No problem! We'll discover them together. Maybe you have a song in mind that you'd really love to sing?

This is what I also offer:
I have a home studio where I can record your voice. You can use this as a demo. I also have experience in music production and would love to teach you the basics of producing and what you need for it.

Mathilde

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(6)

About the lessons

Have you always dreamed of developing your musical talents? Are you an amateur singer or a beginner who would like to learn a few basics to better understand and control your voice? Then you've come to the right place! :)
As an option, I can also give introductory music theory lessons, to help you get to grips with the difficulties of musical language.
This course is aimed at all those who are just starting out or who want to perfect their singing skills, children or adults of all ages and backgrounds. /!\ Lessons will be given in English or French only, at my home in Amsterdam (Osdorp).

Course content

• Breathing exercises (to learn how to manage your breath and master good vocal support)
• Ear exercises (to develop in pitch accuracy and intonation)
• Vocalizing and voice exercises (adapted to the student's level) to warm up and develop a better voice technique
• Repertoire work on arias, songs or other musical pieces (classical or pop music, depending on the student's wishes) on which the student would like to progress
• (as a bonus, if needed) support or introduction to music theory

The musical goal and target level will be decided (under my guidance) on an individual basis in the beginning of our lessons, according to each student's wishes. The aim of this course is whatever suits you best: to improve your level in order to enter musical establishments, to progress in order to surpass yourself, or for the curiosity of discovering new things, or even just for the pleasure of making music!

Cecilia

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To learn how to sing, you will need to learn two aspects: the technical aspect related to body awareness and the purely musical aspect of language. My teaching method is based 50% on technique and 50% on practice:
the first part of the lesson will be dedicated to exploring vocal techniques and body awareness
the second half will be spent singing your favourite songs, gradually putting into practice what we have done previously.
Every student is different, and singing is the most subjective instrument there is, as it is composed of flesh and bones, so the lessons will be tailored to your needs.

Leticia

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Hello! I’m Leticia, a professional soprano from Cuba, now living in Amsterdam. I’ve spent years teaching at the National Conservatory of Music in Cuba, performing as a soloist, with choirs, and in ensembles of various formats, sharing stages nationally and internationally. My experience spans classical, jazz, salsa, and traditional Cuban music

I’ve just arrived in Amsterdam and I’ve recently started learning Dutch and I am getting more confident in English. Even though I’m working on many personal goals, what truly drives me is the desire to work especially in the field I love and have dedicated so many years of my life to, helping students of all ages discover their musical voice, whether it’s singing, playing piano, or understanding music theory.

I strive to make every lesson fun, pleasant and most importantly comfortable for each student’s pace and process. Every class becomes a shared journey of learning and exploration, where enjoyment and inspiration come first. My goal is to help you grow with confidence and discover the full potential of your musical voice.

I offer in-person lessons here in Amsterdam for all ages.

Let’s start your musical journey today and bring the musician in you to life!