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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. Scholarships and military discounts are available.
“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 8 – Adult) SUMMER '26
What to expect:
- Preliminary phone interview
- Dates: 4 Mondays or 4 Thursdays during July
- Lessons run 30 or 45 minutes per week, 2-6pm
- Sing for family or friends following your last lesson
- Cost: 30 min/$160; 45 min/$220
Come investigate the world of voice lessons this July! You will improve your breath support, singing range, song interpretation, and performance etiquette. Summertime is a perfect time for youth and teenagers to try out voice lessons in a relaxed environment.
Inquire using the form below to reserve lessons.
BUDDY VOICE LESSONS
(Ages 8 – Adult) SUMMER 2026
Grab a friend and try a mini-session with a friend or alternate lessons over 4 weeks in July. Discover your individual voice while singing together and encouraging each other separately during your 50 minute lessons.
What to expect:
- Preliminary phone interview
- Learn alongside a friend
- Lessons run 50 minutes per week for 4 weeks
- Choose 4 Mondays or 4 Thursdays in July, 2- 6pm
- Monthly cost: 50 min/$220 split by 2 students
(Ages 8 – Adult) SUMMER 2026
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 through singing, dancing and playing. Rising 4th graders and above will also explore recorder repertoire.
Little Sticks and Chop Sticks summer intensive classes run Mon - Fri: Session I: July 13 - 17 Session II: July 20 - 24
What to expect:
- Preliminary phone interview
- Little Sticks (Ages 7–8): 9-11am, July 13-17: $125
- Chop Sticks (Ages 9-12): 9-11 am, July 20-24: $125
- Recorder Consort (Ages 9-11): 11-11:45am, July 20-24: $50
(Ages 7-12) SUMMER 2026
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, 4:30pm–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. Scholarships and military discounts are available.
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?
