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Lessons
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Vocal Power Classes
Students learn: singing + vocal acting + public speaking = all-in-one class 1 + 1 + 1 = 3 Students learn how to use the voice most effectively when singing, on stage in theatre productions, acting and public speaking: and in all areas of life, whether it be in a future business meeting or a having that 'wow' factor for a powerful stage performance. These are original, one-of-a-kind 'Vocal Power Classes' that you will not find anywhere else. Students learn how to:
Students learn to 'find their voice' and express themselves in all areas of their life. Games and exercises teach students that learning can be fun!!! Students may choose to participate in the year-end performance in May. Small class sizes of 3 - 8 students per class.
[scroll down to bottom of page to learn more about Asha Vijayasingham] Start Date: Saturday, September 25, 2010 [There will be no Vocal Power Classes in July and August.]
Please phone for a personal interview with the Singing Teacher.
or email singingteacher01-music@yahoo.ca for more information and to set up a free interview with the Singing teacher. The Interview: This helps the teacher see how she can best help the student. The teacher will not criticize the student in the interview. The student may bring a song that she/he feels comfortable singing. The student may bring a CD to sing along with or sheet music with chords so that the teacher can accompany the student on piano or guitar. If the student cannot find a song to sing, the teacher can find a song for the student during the interview. The interview is very informal and simple. The teacher welcomes students to make mistakes. Then the teacher can help the student to see the areas that can be worked on for the future. The student may bring a monologue to read or the teacher will provide a short skit for the student to read.
Professional Recording Studio Professional, high-quality CD recording equipment on premises. Recording studio is available for all singing students during singing classes and lessons. Professional recording equipment is used as a teaching tool, for demos submitted to recording companies, for auditions and for pure enjoyment! Singing students can hear their results on high quality equipment just like the professionals use.
Private Singing Lessons
Singing Teacher, Diana Drew (left) gives a private singing lesson to student, Krista.
Annual Year-end Show!
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The Interview: This helps the teacher see how she can best help the student. The teacher will not criticize the student in the interview. The student may bring a song that she/he feels comfortable singing. The student may bring a CD to sing along with or sheet music with chords so that the teacher can accompany the student on piano or guitar. If the student cannot find a song to sing, the teacher can find a song for the student during the interview. The interview is very informal and simple. The teacher welcomes students to make mistakes. Then the teacher can help the student to see the areas that can be worked on for the future.
Testimonials "We are just thrilled to have found you!! Thank you for taking such wonderful care of our daughter... she loves singing with you!" - E. (Parent) " I feel like I'm a much MUCH better singer now then when I started out. You've taught me so much in so little time! You're amazing! Not only that, but you are so kind and supportive. Whenever I make a mistake, you are able to tell me in a way where I don't beat myself up over it. Anyway, I've learned so much and not just in the area of singing. You've helped me to discover what holds me back in life from being free and being myself. This may sound corny, but I'm being honest. I look forward to my singing lessons every week! I really enjoy them. " - B. (Singing Student) " Thank you for making the time and taking such special care of your students." - G. (Parent ) "Thank you for all the great voice lessons! Not only did I learn how to sing, I learned how to 'give myself a voice' in my life. You got to the root of my fear and it no longer holds me back like it once did. Not only have I learned to express my feelings in a song, I use what I have learned in our singing lessons in my life also. I look forward to seeing you again next year !" - T. (Singing Student)
"Thank you for the wonderful comments you made about our son. It's hard being a teenager and you are one of the most important positive aspects in his life. He loves going to his voice lessons and I thank you for that!" - D. (Parent) "Thank you very much for helping me prepare for my audition. I know I can always count on you!" - A. (Singing Student) "Thank you for teaching me. It helped a lot! I can't wait to see you again. I really enjoy singing lessons. You make it a lot of fun because you are really nice. I like all of your sayings. I also look at you as a friend. My family loved my singing on the CD! Thank you once again!" - M. (Singing Student)
Asha Vijayasingham ACTRA, CAEA She is a professional, qualified Actor and Singer who is fully trained in the Bel Canto technique of singing that Diana Drew has been teaching for many years. Her extensive training and experience in both acting and singing, make her equally qualified in both disciplines. Asha has been performing since 1990. It is a great honour to have access to her expertise. Those who know Asha, know she is a very dependable, genuine person who really cares about helping people. It is a great joy to welcome Asha to the studio.
EXPERIENCE: FILM: Dogs Playing Poker: Lead Role Max Neo*: Lead Role Only On Wenesdays: Lead Role Forever Blue: Lead Role Award for "Best Actress", Toronto Film School Festival SINGING: GUEST APPEARANCES: Roy Thomson Hall, Disneyland: Walt Disney’s Magic Music Days, Markham Theatre, C’est What Night Club, Lee’s Palace CONCERTS: Markham Police Station, Participation House, Union Villa, Brother Andre C.H.S. THEATRE: MUSICALS: Lorraine Kimsa Theatre: Alphabet Sock, Betty Oliphant: Job and The Snake, Music Gallery: City Quake, U of T: Jesus, Christ Superstar, Trinity Theatre: Come Away, Purim Day PLAYS: Toronto Fringe Festival: Wedding Belles, Buddies In Bad Times: La Ronde, Theatre Direct: Petra, U of T: Theatre of the Film Noire, Village Playhouse: Harvey TELEVISION:CTV/CBS: Flashpoint: Lead RoleMUCHMUSIC: City Quake: Featured SingerVISION TV: A Christmas Special: Lead Role DISCOVERY CHANNEL: Exhibit A: Lead Role RADIO: CBC: Directed by Deepa Mehta: Funny Boy (Live to Air), Kali Pani CKRG: Radio Glendon: Guest Host VOICEOVER: CBC: Narration: India Reborn Commercials: Radio, Television, Internet CORPORATE VIDEOS: Foresight Communications: Bank of Montreal Chopper Productions: Humira RECORDING: CBC, Tattoo Music + Sound, DB Music and Sound, Clare Burt Studios,Keen Music Soundand Voice Design, MCS Recording Studios, Pirate Radio and Television, Boombox SoundRELATED EXPERIENCE:Onslaught Theatre: Co-Founder, Co-Producer Theatre Direct: Assistant Director BadCo Theatre: Director TRAINING: ACTING: Lewis Baumander, Carter Thor Studio SINGING: Diana Drew POST SECONDARY EDUCATION: University of Toronto PIANO: RCM Gr. 8 Piano, RCM Rudiments IMPROVIZATION: Second City, Impatient Theatre Company COMMERCIALS: Brian Levy & Andre Hayes, Sears & Switzer 'MEISNER' TECHNIQUE: John Riven, Jacqueline McClintock ANIMATION: Jessie Thomson, Deb Toffan SPECIAL SKILLS: Stage Manager, Props, Costumes, Makeup, Public Speaking Awards: 2, Lincoln Alexander Award Nominee, Optimists Society Bursary Recipient
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Ian Bargh - Piano Laurie Bower - Trombone Duncan Hopkins - Bass Luis Mario Ochoa - Guitar Don Vickery - Drums & Percussion |
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