Stern Voice Lessons
Nathaniel Stern - Baritone
Master of Arts - Vocal Performance - Royal Academy of Music
Licentiate of the Royal Academy of Music in Teaching (LRAM)
Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance - McGill University
Teaching Philosophy
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Classical Technique & Style
My background and focus lie in classical singing and finding authentic, honest vocal function. We will learn to separate opera technique from aesthetics and also learn where they overlap.
We will work on ideas like honest and coordinated onsets/attacks, registration between head and chest, balancing voice between passagios, finding balanced breath pressure, and more.
I have a passion for older recordings, so please reach out to ask about listening examples, or for a discussion on classical aesthics/function.
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Other styles & Genres
While my background is within classical singing, I have experience both teaching and performing various styles such as musical theatre, jazz, and pop. Having a confident base of technique allows for the singer to apply principles to other types of music, without sacrificing vocal health and ability.
However, this will not lead you to sounding like a classical singer. It is a basis of coordination and honesty in the tone, that allows you to sound more like you.
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Any skill level or Age
My teaching is geared towards any learner. That could be for any gender, age, skill level, even if it's your first time singing. Anyone is able to learn how to sing, even if someone is having trouble matching pitch in the beginning.
I have taught students from ages 13 all the way to 70. It’s never too late to start singing if it’s something that you’re passionate about.
– Lessons offered ages 13+ –
Your Teacher
Nathaniel Stern is a classically trained baritone with over a decade of vocal study and five years of teaching experience. He holds a Master of Arts in Voice from the Royal Academy of Music in London, where he studied with Giles Underwood, and earned the Licentiate of the Royal Academy of Music (LRAM) in Vocal Pedagogy. His training focused on vocal performance, stylistic interpretation, and evidence-based teaching methods rooted in vocal health and individual learning styles.
Originally from Arlington, Virginia, Nathaniel completed his undergraduate degree in Vocal Performance at McGill University in Montreal, studying with Stefano Algieri and Brett Polegato. He has performed roles such as Papageno in Die Zauberflöte, Harry Easter in Street Scene, and appeared in productions of Candide and Much Ado! by James Garner.
He was a member of the Grammy Award–winning Shaar Hashomayim Choir and contributed to Leonard Cohen’s posthumous album Thanks for the Dance. He has also premiered contemporary works, including Marguerite B by Maria Jimenez in Montreal.
Now based in London, Nathaniel maintains an active private teaching studio. His teaching combines technical clarity, a calm and supportive environment, and a commitment to helping each student discover their own unique voice.
Nathaniel Stern performing a classical baritone piece, showcasing vocal resonance, control, and artistic expression as part of his professional singing journey.
Singing clips
Nathaniel Stern performing a dramatic operatic baritone piece, showcasing vocal technique, stage presence, and emotional interpretation as part of his professional development and teaching expertise.
Student Testimonials
“Always felt insecure about my singing, but wanted to get better. After setting goals together, Nathaniel catered our lessons to best suit me and achieve our milestones. His patience, insight and coaching was greatly appreciated and helped me make tremendous progress”
-Thomas Prevost, 25 years old Singer/Songwriter
"From the get-go, we hit it off remarkably! I had studied with a number of teachers over the years and performed with many professional and semiprofessional performing arts groups, including the Edmonton and Mississauga Opera choruses, but fell out of singing shape due to Covid. I told Nathaniel that he was working with someone not only willing to learn, but with someone who would put in the work. The most recent sessions were dedicated to working the upper range, up to A-natural (although I would have to vocalize quite a bit to attempt that!). However, learning some new approaches with Nathaniel, I found that I could do this with a more “natural” voice and that I could stretch the vocal cords more easily. Working with Nathaniel was a very pleasant and useful experience."
-Kevin Miller, 67 years old Operatic Baritone
Pricing
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Free Trial Lesson
I offer a totally free, 45 minute trial lesson to get to know my teaching style to see if it works for you.
Available online or in Central London. -
In Person
South London SE17
£50/55 min, £30/30 min
Central London Studio
£60/55 min (Full Length Only)
(Increase to help cover room booking)
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Online
UK
£50/55 min, £35/30min
USA/INTL
$65/55 min, $40/30 min
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At your home
£65/55 min (Full Length Only)
(Flat rate includes travel within approx. 25–30 min of SE17, increased rate for further locations, please ask!)
