Philosophy

I've always been a highly motivated achiever, pursuing degrees in theatre education, directing and speech pathology to become a voice and speech trainer. The blending of my degrees delivers creative and clinical vision.

For many years I've taught in private and public schools. I've worked with a wide age range of students with varying levels of ability, interest and passion. My approach has been to assist others to improve the quality, volume and variety of their speech and their overall communication ability.

My philosophy recognizes the entire body as a part of the voice instrument, and, as such, I introduce movement work to encourage release of the natural voice. Students become aware of and re-focus inappropriate tension.

I teach breathing and its management as the core, the essence upon which the voice builds. I then incorporate phonation, resonance, projection and articulation.

My teaching is based in solid academic coursework. Throughout my training, I have studied many of the experts in our field. I appreciate the open throat work of Kristen Linklatter and Edith Skinner's strong work in articulation; I also utilize the techniques of Evangeline Machlin, Bonnie Raphael, Cecily Berry , Roy Hart, Patsey Rodenberg, Arthur Lessac and others.

I believe my eclectic approach is beneficial in working with diverse students, recognizing their individual strengths and weaknesses.