Voice Lessons in Irvine, CA

I’m a professional singer and voice teacher with a Master’s degree in Voice and Opera. I offer singing lessons for a wide arrangement of students in a wide variety of styles. Beginner, intermediate, or experts all welcome. While classical is my specialty, and I believe a classical base is helpful for all types of singing, I also teach pop, jazz, and musical theatre as well. Recommended for students age 13 and up, adults and teenagers welcome. I also provide music tutoring services in subjects such as Music Theory, Music History, Sightsinging, and Foreign Language Diction. Lesson rates range from $50-$100, depending on length of lesson and location.

I teach internationally by Zoom. I have students in Singapore, Armenia, England, the East Coast, Midwest, and West Coast. We come together biannually for Masterclasses where the students, singing and piano, all ages, levels, and genres, perform for each other. It's a real community of art and friendship. My education (BM, MM and DMA in Piano Performance from USC, plus years of vocal study), performance experience (international tours as an accompanist) and teaching experience (both university and private) give me a unique perspective. Being involved in theatre, I also emphasize the dramatic aspects of interpretation (facial expression and gestures) in vocal coaching. I use technology to work on both the audio and visual aspects of performance. Lessons are structured to include both technique and repertoire. For singing lessons, I combine the functions of three separate professionals: voice teacher, accompanist, and coach. It costs a lot less to hire one professional instead of three! My fees are: 60 minutes=$120, 45 minutes=$90 and 30 minutes=$60 (only recommended for young students who can't concentrate for longer periods). I look forward to working with you!

Hello- My name is Michael Dashefsky I have worked as a performing arts professional for over 8+ years. My Training: I received my Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre Performance from California State University Fullerton. My Professional Experience: I have performed as a vocalist and piano player for : Disney, Universal, Holland America Cruise Line and Princess Cruise Lines. I also sang on a Broadway Style Christmas National Tour and also performed in several regional theatre productions in Southern California. I have also worked in Chicago as an assistant music supervisor for the Beatles and Shakespeare production of As You Like it where I played piano, sang, music directed and played a character in the show. I am a member of the Actors Equity Association. We can come up with an action plan to work on your current strengths and areas for improvement. All ages and all skill sets welcome. Why study with me? I am directly working in the performing arts industry and I am not just a teacher who solely focuses on teaching students. I am an active performer myself and I bring my experience as a professional in the industry to each student I work with to teach them industry specific techniques. Lets make some music!

RESULTS. I can save you time and money with a technique that is so effective you will see results in minutes, rather than weeks or months. We will not spend multiple lessons just learning how to breath, or running through silly exercises that don't help. At each lesson, a workout program will be customized for the needs of your voice to keep it progressing steadily. Through clear instruction and guidance, students gain control and an understanding of their instrument which lays the foundation for a lifetime of healthy, effective singing! I love working with voices and being a part of their development. I don't care how good or bad a singer is when they come to me. I get excited when I hear the progress we make at each lesson and as the voice develops over time. Ask me for a 1/2 price trial lesson! I currently offer both in-person (Solana Beach, California) and online lessons.