Intro to Singing for Adults

Project Info

Project Description

Age: Adults
Type: Classes for Adults
Term: Fall | Spring
Term Length: 15 Weeks
Schedule: Wednesdays at 7:30pm (Level 1)
Duration: 90 Minutes
Class Size: 8
Price: $675 | $338 for Students Enrolled in Private Lessons
Instructor: Alexis Hightower
Contact: 718.622.3300, info@bkcm.org

Intro to Singing will help students discover vocal technique, warm-up exercises and guided meditations that bring an awareness to the body in preparation for singing. This class will expand both singing and speaking voices through connection of mind, body and emotion.

This course is intended for adults (18+) wanting to learn about the voice and basics of singing, in a group setting. The following topics will be explored:

  • Breath Control and the Anatomy of the Voice
  • Vocal Registers: Chest and Head Voice and everything in between
  • Pitch, Tone and Singing With Other Voices: Harmonizing and Blending
  • The Craft of Song: Expression and Elements of Style

These topics will be learned through a varied range of repertoire (songs) chosen by the instructor. This class performs (as a group) in a recital at the end of each term.

Fall Semester
September 13th – January 10th

Spring Semester

February 7th – June 5th

Registration Info

Please call 718-622-3300 to speak to one of our registrars who will guide you through the registration process and answer any questions you might have. Financial aid is available for qualifying students. To apply please contact kris.mandapat@bkcm.org and fill out the financial aid application.

For complete information on our registration process and policies please click here

Level I

This course is intended for adults (18+) wanting to learn about the voice and basics of singing, in a group setting. The following topics will be explored:

  • Breath Control and the Anatomy of the Voice
  • Vocal Registers: Chest and Head Voice and everything in between
  • Pitch, Tone and Singing With Other Voices: Harmonizing and Blending
  • The Craft of Song: Expression and Elements of Style

These topics will be learned through a varied range of repertoire (songs) chosen by the instructor. This class performs (as a group) in a recital at the end of each term.

Level II

This class is designed for adults (18+) who have done a bit of singing, and are looking to take their existing skills to the next level. It is also a great class for those who have taken Level I, and/or people who have perhaps studied voice previously and want to start singing again. In addition to the topics from Level 1, the following topics will also be explored:

  • Vocal Anatomy and Vocal Acoustics
  • Vocal Range and Voice Parts
  • Practice Routines
  • Developing a Vocal Repertoire

Just like in Level I of this course, the class will sing as a group. But additionally, Level II students will also participate in studio classes, where students will be given the opportunity to work on solo pieces in a group setting. This class performs (as a group) in a recital at the end of each term.

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