Melinda Becker Studio

Serves Palo Alto, CA

35244

Hired 75 times

1 employee

15 years in business

$70

4.9

This pro accepts payments via Cash, PayPal, and Venmo.

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Hours

Sun Closed

Mon 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Tues 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Wed 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Thurs 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

Fri 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Sat Closed

Credentials

Background Check

Melinda Becker
Completed on 6/18/2021

Introduction

Hi, I'm Melinda, and I offer in-person lessons in San Francisco and online lessons to singers around the world of all levels. I have over 15 years of experience as a professional singer and voice teacher. I'm classically trained, and I can sing everything from opera, to R&B, to musical theater and pop! I have my Masters Degree in Vocal Performance from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. I specialize in a time-tested technique that I pass on to my students to ensure healthy singing for everyone. I speak Spanish and French, and sing in over 10 languages. With my encouraging and student-centered approach, I teach all styles. I can personalize our lesson time together by adding other components, such as audition preparation, sight-singing, music history, and performance readiness. My students have been admitted to prestigious college vocal programs and have also been cast in leading roles on stages across the nation. Besides teaching my voice studio, I'm also a music professor and professional singer! I really enjoy teaching people to sing and I like to make the process fun for my students! My performance experience allows me to teach a wide range of repertoire, while giving students a background in classical technique. Your interests and goals are important to me. Send me a message today so we can start singing!

Q&A

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

My prices for the first lesson are 30 min / $70, 45 min / $90, and 60 min / $105. After that, I give a discount for signing up for a month of lessons (one lesson per week).

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

I first ask the customer questions that help me get to know them as an individual, their experience with music, and what their goals are with singing. I tailor warm-up exercises to their needs and suggest songs for them based on their voice type, experience, and musical preferences.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

Melinda is passionate about making healthy singing accessible to everyone. With 15 years as a music educator, she is also a professional vocalist who brings her performance experience from local and world stages to her teaching. She received her Master of Music degree in Vocal Performance from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music and went on to study in Spain and France.

How did you get started doing this type of work?

Melinda has been teaching privately for over fifteen years in the Bay Area and LA, as well as internationally. She started Melinda Becker Voice Studio in San Francisco to make healthy singing accessible to her students.

What types of customers have you worked with?

Melinda's students range in level from beginner to advanced, and represent many age groups.