TPA Vocal Program

Our seasoned teachers are here to help you develop your natural talent to its fullest potential. We offer training in all styles and give you the tools to become a complete performer.

Everyone is welcome! Private voice lessons and vocal coaching sessions are available. Our instructors are also available to coach worship leaders, choirs, and bands on proper vocal technique.

Meet our Instructors

Anne Elise Richie, Program Director

Mezzo-Soprano : Email: vocals@theperformersacademy.com


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For over twenty years Ms. Richie has been singing and teaching through the U.S. and Europe. Through her private voice studio Ms. Richie works with aspiring young artists and avocational singers of all ages. While her specialty is the traditional "bel canto" vocal method, Ms. Richie also loves teaching music theatre repertoire. Her strong pedagogy background will help you keep your voice healthy.

To develop the complete musician, Ms. Richie can also incorporate piano and theory as needed in every lesson. Her professional memberships include the American Guild of Musical Artists, the National Association of Teachers of Singing and the Mu Phi Epsilon Music Fraternity where she currently serves as the North Florida District Director.

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Paula Meritt

Background

Paula Merritt has a Bachelors and Masters of Music in voice and has been performing for over 15 years. She has also worked in the Resident Artist Program with the Palm Beach Opera for 3 years and has performed in Tales of Hoffman, Dialogues des Carmelites, Madam Butterfly, Le nozze de Figaro and Manon Lescaut as well as around the South Florida area. Studied and performed in Europe with the University of Miami Summer Program. Served as a music teacher in Miami-Dade County. Successfully, worked with praise & worship leaders, pop and classical vocalists. My vocal technique consists of proper body and breath technique to sustain a healthy voice in any music style. Experience work with young children to adults.

My Philosophy

The process of learning to sing is a journey of both vocal and personal development. The physical nature of learning to sing is tied in with the emotional nature of being human. Each student is an individual and requires a unique application of teaching methods. I've worked diligently to become a professional singer and vocal instructor and I understand in great detail the development of the voice in regards to technique and musicality. This helps my ability to communicate the ideas of singing technique to my students. I can encourage independent thinkers, build confidence, self-esteem and a way of learning that can be applied to any musical style, whether it is classical, pop, rock or theatre. Students will develop learning habits that can carry them through a life time. I will challenge students to evaluate themselves honestly and fairly. To some extent, I have been able to develop my own teaching skills based on my experience as a teacher and as a student. Some forms of teaching made it more interesting while others not so much.

In our competitive society it is important for students to not only receive a solid education, but to work with someone who is aware of and sensitive to their individual needs. One of my hopes as an instructor is to instill a love of learning paired with confidence and vocal technique that will help them attain the goals they set for themselves. Furthermore, I continue to take every opportunity to keep up to date on the changing trends in the music industry.

Lesson Rates
45 min = $40
1 hr =$45

Payment in advance is required.  
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