Virginia Music Lessons that help your music skills grow.
Voice Lessons in Virginia for Growing, Confident Musicians
New Song Music Haven is committed to enthusiastically raising up Central Virginia’s aspiring musicians, taking students from beginning to advanced skill levels while instilling a lifelong love for music excellence in vocal performance and Orff Schulwerk. We offer both voice-focused training for teens and adults, and Orff-based instrumentation classes for children who thrive in group learning.
“He who has knowledge spares his words, and a man of understanding is of a calm spirit.”
Dr. Allen was very approachable and made me comfortable to make mistakes and learn from them.
Her critiques always began with what I did right, were constructive, and never felt demanding. It was easy and fun to learn in her studio.”
Anne E.
UVA graduate
Music at New Song Music Haven blends skill-building with joy, creativity, and thoughtful structure.
My teaching style focuses on strong fundamentals (breath support, expressive singing, rhythmic accuracy, and ensemble awareness) while also allowing room for play, imagination, and personal discovery. Students learn through movement, practice, improvisation, and hands-on music-making, developing confidence they can carry into every area of life.
New Song Music Haven offers:
I offer military discounts and scholarships for lessons.
Please inquire with me if you’re eligible for either of these discounts!
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FCPS 6th Grade All County Chorus
Orff Orchestra led by Kate
PRIVATE VOICE LESSONS
(Ages 13–Adult)
What to expect:
- Phone interview required before registration
- Lessons tailored to fit your goals
- Lesson lengths: 30, 45, or 60 minutes
- Recital preparation available on request
Improve your breath support, speaking voice, singing range, song interpretation, and performance etiquette. You will finish the semester with greater knowledge, technical skills, and performance readiness, culminating in our studio recital for family and friends.
I also have lessons available for post-menopausal singers. Inquire at our form below to reserve lessons.
BUDDY VOICE LESSONS
(Ages 13–Adult)
Learn with a friend or alternate lessons to learn breath support, vocal range, interpretation, and presentation, while still working on individual songs chosen for your needs.
What to expect:
- Phone interview required before registration
- Learn alongside a friend
- Lesson lengths: 30 or 45 minutes
- Recital preparation available on request
ORFF SCHULWERK INSTRUMENTATION
Utilizing pitched percussion instruments designed by Carl Orff in 1928, this method begins with play, body percussion, and improvisation before introducing note reading and musical theory. Students explore pitched and unpitched percussion and recorder as they learn to perform established pieces and compose original works.
Little Sticks and Chop Sticks classes perform in the studio recital for family and friends.
What to expect:
- Phone interview required before registration
- Little Sticks (Ages 7–9): 30 minutes
- Chop Sticks (Ages 10–13): 45 minutes (Recorder required)
- Big Sticks (Ages 18–Adult): 60 minutes (Recorder required)
Frequently Asked Questions
The 2026 Spring semester runs Monday–Thursday from 2pm–8pm, beginning the week of January 12 through May 15. The Studio Recital is tentatively scheduled for May 16 or 17.
How long do lessons run?
Monday through Thursday, 2pm–8pm.
What days of the week do you teach?
Private students may opt out. Group students are required to perform, similar to how sports teams participate in games.
May I opt out of the student recital?
Wonderful! These lessons support intellectual, social, artistic, and emotional growth for students of all interests. I love teaching future engineers and teachers just as much as future performers.
What if my child doesn’t want to become a professional musician?
Call or email using the contact info below. After registration, I will send a list of required books, supplies, and studio policies.
How do I register?
For group lessons, only one parent is required to stay for the group. For private lessons, a parent/guardian must stay for children under 18.
Do I need to stay with my kids during their lessons?
