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
Find your inner voice
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Singing like speech
Singing should feel as easy as speaking, which allows for expression and having fun. I want my lessons to make sense and to be straightforward! I always encourage students to ask a lot of questions and to be honest about the way they are feeling.
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Any Style
While you'll be singing whatever music you like best, I'll be teaching you methods rooted in centuries of classical technique. Having a confident base of technique allows for the singer to apply principals to other types of music, without sacrificing vocal health and ability.
I am comfortable helping musicians with song-writing, as well as questions of musical style in various genres.
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Any skill level
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.
– Lessons offered ages 13+ –
Your Teacher
Nathaniel Stern received his Master of Arts in Voice from the Royal Academy of Music in London, England. He also received a Licentiate of the Royal Academy of Music in teaching. He did his undergraduate studies in voice at McGill University in Montreal, Quebec. Hailing from Arlington, Virginia, Nathaniel has been recognized for his comedic acting and warm timbre. As part of the Grammy award winning Shaar Hashomayim Choir, Nathaniel took part in Leonard Cohen’s posthumous album, Thanks for the Dance. He has also participated in opera programs such as Interlochen and Tanglewood. During his time at McGill, Nathaniel was seen as Papageno in 'Die Zauberflöte', Harry Easter in 'Street Scene', as well as various roles in Candide and was also featured in a workshop for the new opera 'Much Ado!' by James Garner. He also has had experience in musical theatre with roles such as Javert in 'Les Miserables' and The Modern Major General in 'The Pirates of Penzance'. Nathaniel recently performed in the workshop and world premiere of the oratorio 'Marguerite B' by Maria Jimenez this coming summer in Montreal as part of Marguerite Bourgeoys 400th Birthday celebration. Nathaniel currently resides in London, England.
Singing clips
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 mah-velously! 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 chords more easily. Working with Nathaniel was a very pleasant and useful experience."
-Kevin Miller, 67 years old Operatic Baritone
Pricing/Lesson Info
It's hard to know if we are going to be compatible before trying things out, so I offer a totally free trial lesson.
Many students prefer to have this online, but we can find time to meet in person as well!
Free Trial Lesson
1 Lesson - 60£
4 Lessons - 200£
Pricing
USA (Online)
1 Lesson - 70$
4 Lessons - 250$
Payment accepted by Zelle or bank transfer.
*A single lesson will be 50 minutes
UK
In-Person or online
I offer lessons from my home in W12, near to Wood Lane/White City Tube stations. I can also teach in central London or travel to your home for an increased fee of 10£.
Online lessons are done over zoom, a lot can be done online! We can also do a combo of online and in-person.