About my teaching...
I'm an enthusiastic and friendly teacher passionate about education. I believe in nurturing the unique musical voice within each student, guiding them to treat their instrument with care and love rather than fitting them into a mold. With my guidance, students grow to love singing more profoundly and gain confidence in their performances. Currently, I'm privileged to teach a dedicated group of 21 undergraduate students at Taylor University, and witnessing their remarkable progress each week is enriching.
Beyond classical and operatic instruction, I enjoy teaching various genres, from pop to gospel to jazz to musical theater. I tailor my approach to meet each student's specific needs. My teaching philosophy strongly emphasizes sustainable and healthy singing techniques, including flow phonation, physiological coordination, and using formant tuning strategies for optimal resonance. I create an environment that celebrates individuality and encourages creativity, leading to profound understanding and proficiency.
I'm a dedicated team player, supporting and meeting my students where they are in their musical journey. I believe in fostering a supportive learning environment where students feel valued and inspired. My approach cultivates a love for learning that extends far beyond the studio. It's my goal to shine a light into my students' lives as I guide them on their musical journey, and I'm proud to say that many of my students have gained admission into some of the country's top conservatories.
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Danielle
"Working with Esther has truly been amazing experience! I've already been able to improve my breathing as I sing and she has taught me great techniques to increase the power put behind notes that used to be really high for me. She's also super encouraging and patient! Thank you so much for your commitment to helping me grow, Esther!"
Easton
"Miss Esther is an amazing teacher and a wonderful person. We have a great time every time we meet for lesson, and she always shares her infectious happiness with me. She is a very methodical and meticulous teacher. From relaxing muscles to breathing to pronunciation to singing, every small step is teaching me how to protect my voice and how to become a better singer. She also pays attention to my hobbies. She chooses repertoire that fits me well, and she also pays attention to things I enjoy. She has not only taught me how to sing, but also introduced some very practical musical knowledge to me. She also shares related videos with me for me to understand and fall more deeply in love with music. She is simply perfect!"
Ryan
"Esther is supportive, knowledgeable, and helpful. I have improved throughout the session and gained valuable insight into my vocal approach and music making in general. I would recommend Esther to any age and skill level and look forward to learning from her passionate expertise in the future."
Ann
"I have enjoyed Esther’s lessons. My singing has improved. She encourages me to practice more."
Sharon
"My son is taking online voice lessons with Esther. She is an experienced teacher with passion in singing and patience."
Cam
"We are fortunate to have Esther as my daughter's voice teacher. She asks my daughter to sing in good posture and teaches her how to use the keyboard as a guided tool to learn music. She has a wide collection of repertoire to teach. I could see the big progress my daughter has made so far. Esther is also willing to share her experience of learning singing and piano, which benefits me as a parent in making decisions. Esther is an amazing teacher, and we are very pleased with her class!"