Studio of Elizabeth Cameron
Explore Your Opportunities
Come explore how I can help you unlock your potential! I offer diverse programs designed to nurture talent, foster growth, and bring joy to individuals and groups of all ages. Take a look below to find the perfect fit for your interests and skill level. I am here to support your journey.
Voice & Dramatic Arts Classes in Kalamazoo
A la Carte Private Session
Need immediate, targeted expertise? My A La Carte Specialized Session offers high-impact, one-time coaching tailored precisely to your specific needs. This premium session includes my focused preparation to ensure intensive support for vocal technique refinement, dramatic coaching, or audition preparation. For comprehensive, sustained artistic development, I encourage you to explore my regular weekly lesson packages, available at a reduced rate.
Weekly Lessons - 1 semester
Commit to consistent growth and empower your voice for a lifetime! These semester-long weekly lessons are designed for dedicated students ready to invest in transformative vocal study. Whether you're an active singer seeking regular guidance through diverse repertoire or a beginner eager to build a robust foundation from the ground up, this offering provides the consistent, personalized support needed for healthy, joyful, and sustained vocal development. This commitment also offers you the best value for comprehensive vocal training.
Karaoke Ready:
Your Mic Moment Awaits!
Do you love the energy of karaoke night but feel a knot of nerves when it's your turn to sing? Maybe you worry about hitting the right notes, using the microphone, or simply stepping into the spotlight? You're not alone! Many people dream of confidently taking the stage, but uncertainty about their voice or performance jitters holds them back from the fun.
My Karaoke Ready program is specifically designed to transform that hesitation into confidence in just 4-5 focused lessons. Drawing on 25 years of professional vocal instruction, I'll equip you with the essential skills to shine in the spotlight. You'll learn practical breath control, how to truly "own" the microphone, conquer pitch challenges, and develop stage presence—all tailored to your chosen karaoke track.
Are you ready to unleash your inner star?
Don't let stage fright mute your moment any longer. Enroll in the Karaoke Ready program today and transform your karaoke dreams into a show-stopping reality!
Small group lessons
Grow your voice together! Shared Voice Lessons offer a unique and cost-effective way for 2 or 3 individuals to deepen their vocal technique. Split the cost of a private session while benefiting from collaborative learning, mutual motivation, and a built-in accountability partner as you refine your skills.
You are in charge of finding your own lesson partners with whom you are comfortable sharing this focused learning time. Pricing for these lessons varies based on your group size and desired frequency, with special rates available for semester commitments, offering even greater value for consistent study.
Vocal Foundations: Unlock Your Singing Voice
Unlock your unique singing voice and build a strong, healthy foundation! This class is perfectly designed for aspiring singers taking their first steps, those seeking reinforcement for private lessons, or anyone looking for an accessible introduction to vocal technique without the commitment of one-on-one sessions.
In this supportive and engaging group environment, we'll explore the essential basics of beginning voice, drawing upon proven structures of vocal pedagogy in a clear and approachable manner. You'll learn fundamental concepts for healthy vocal production, breath control, resonance, and developing your expressive range. Depending on the class dynamic, we may also explore foundational concepts for contemporary singing styles and pre-belt techniques. Discover the joy of singing with newfound confidence, nurture your natural talent, and lay the groundwork for a lifetime of empowered vocal expression."
Acting Fundamentals: Unlock Your Expressive Self
Unlock your expressive potential and embark on your acting journey! This class is designed for anyone taking their very first steps into the world of acting. In a supportive and engaging environment, you will build confidence and learn the essential acting fundamentals.
We'll explore basic stage directions and cultivate body awareness, discover how to tap into and express emotions authentically, and understand the power of subtext in a scene. Through practical exercises, games, and introductory scene work, you'll develop foundational skills for character creation, effective collaboration with scene partners, and bringing stories to life. This is your perfect introduction to finding joy in your unique expressive range!
On-Site Vocal Enhancement Workshop
Bring expert vocal technique directly to your choir! My On-Site Vocal Enhancement Workshop is a customized experience designed to elevate your ensemble through targeted vocal technique training. I'll come to your school or church to work with your full choir, or select members, focusing on healthy vocal production, registral blend, improved intonation, and expressive delivery. This condensed, hands-on session is perfect for choral directors seeking to refresh their singers' skills and inspire new vocal confidence.
Vocal Technique Tune-Up: For Dedicated Ensemble Singers & Choral Leaders
Refresh and expand your vocal technique in this focused class, designed for both choral educators and dedicated ensemble singers. We'll delve into essential foundations and advanced concepts, with a strong emphasis on solo singing techniques. Discover how to navigate diverse musical styles (including musical theater) and develop a healthier, more versatile voice. For educators, gain practical strategies to guide students in their individual vocal journeys, especially those without private lessons. For singers, this is your opportunity to sharpen your personal vocal prowess and unlock new expressive possibilities for your solo voice. Elevate your sound and confidence in a supportive group setting.
Music Makers
Piano, Voice, and Acting for Kids
Piano Playtime: My First Music Adventures
ages 4-5
Spark a lifelong love for music through playful keyboard exploration! This comprehensive course for children ages 4-5 offers a joyful introduction to the world of music. Using the keyboard as an exciting tool for discovery and application, young explorers will build foundational music and rhythm reading skills in a fun, engaging environment. Through singing, dancing, and interactive musical worksheets, students will experience music hands-on. They'll also enjoy taking turns singing with the group and playing engaging duets with me at the keyboard. All necessary supplemental materials are included as part of the course fee. This class is ideal for daytime learning, offering a supportive small group setting for young minds.
Animal Adventures in Singing: My First Voice Class
ages 5-7
Discover the joy of singing through playful exploration! This comprehensive 12-week introductory class is perfect for children ages 5-7 eager to find their voice and build singing confidence. We focus on fostering musicianship through engaging, age-appropriate songs, rhythmic chants, and interactive games, allowing natural vocal development while protecting young voices. Students will explore vocal exploration, basic musicianship concepts like major scale patterns and rhythm, and develop independent and group singing skills. This class nurtures natural musicality and instills a lifelong love for singing in a supportive environment, ideal for daytime learning and flexible schedules.
Vocal Music Adventures: Rhythm, Solfège, and Song
ages 6-9
Ignite a lifelong love for music and become a confident musician who sings! This exciting, play-based course is designed for young singers ages 6-9 who are building foundational musicianship through vocal exploration. We focus on developing confident, healthy singing habits while prioritizing natural vocal development. Through engaging Solfège exercises using hand signs and captivating, easy-to-learn songs, students will further develop pitch accuracy, rhythm, and independent singing skills. This class fosters confidence, musicality, and the sheer joy of creating music, preparing young vocalists for a vibrant future in any style. This class provides a supportive small group setting perfect for daytime enrichment.
Vocal Studio Ensemble: Foundations for Young Singers
ages 8-12
Develop your confident voice and become a true musician who sings! This small group class is designed for aspiring singers ages 8-12 ready to explore healthy age-appropriate vocal technique in a personalized setting. More closely mirroring private voice lessons, we'll build safe fundamentals including alignment, breath control, onsets, and vocal flexibility. Students will solidify elementary music concepts through exercises specially designed for singers, ensuring they understand the 'how' and 'why' behind their voice. This class nurtures individual talent, fosters healthy habits for a lifetime of singing, and provides a supportive environment ideal for daytime learning and deeper musical growth.
Stage Presence & Storytelling: My First Acting Class
ages 9-11
Discover the thrill of bringing stories to life on stage! This very basic acting class for older elementary-aged children offers a joyful introduction to the craft of performance. Through engaging games, exercises, and imaginative scene work, students will explore foundational elements like stage directions, body awareness, and connecting with emotions authentically. This class builds confidence, hones storytelling abilities, and develops stage presence – essential skills for any budding performer. It's an ideal opportunity for creative exploration and expressive growth in a supportive small group setting, perfectly suited for daytime enrichment.
Golden Harmonies
Music Programs for Encore Artists
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Golden Harmonies: Sing & Play Discovery
Unlock a new musical passion and connect generations through song! My "Golden Harmonies: Sing & Play Discovery" class brings joyful, beginner-friendly music instruction directly to your community. Designed specifically for older adults, this course empowers seasoned novices to explore singing while learning to accompany themselves on the ukulele or piano.
Participants will learn beloved songs using simple 2-3 chord structures, fostering confidence and a deep connection to music-making. This innovative program not only builds new skills for personal enjoyment within their residence but also creates wonderful opportunities for intergenerational bonding, allowing participants to share their newfound talents with grandchildren and great-grandchildren. It's never too late to begin your musical journey!
Golden Harmonies: Broadway Memories Concert
Step back in time with cherished melodies! My "Golden Harmonies: Broadway Memories Concert" offers a delightful 45-minute solo performance, bringing the magic of Gershwin & Golden Age Musical Theatre directly to your community. Residents will enjoy an engaging program filled with beloved songs from great American Song Book and Broadway's most iconic shows, rekindling fond memories and creating new moments of joy. This professional vocal performance is designed to entertain, uplift, and provide a memorable musical experience for your residents.
Golden Harmonies: Vocal Wellness & Singalong
Experience the joy of your voice, re-energized! My "Golden Harmonies: Vocal Wellness & Singalong" session brings a unique blend of gentle vocal guidance and engaging group singing directly to your community. We'll begin with a brief, joyful exploration of posture and breath to help unlock comfortable, vibrant singing. Following this empowering warm-up, residents will enjoy a lively singalong, revisiting beloved melodies and sharing the uplifting power of singing together. No prior experience or instruments are needed – just a love for music and a desire to feel good while you sing!