About the Course:

This unique course offers participants a one on one style voice class in a group setting. Over the span of 10 weeks, students will learn how the voice works, why vocal hygiene is important, about the various registers, how to navigate vocal changes, and healthy warm up techniques. By learning a minimum of one piece, with sheet music, to use for future performances and/or auditions, students will also develop the valuable skill of how to work with an accompanist. Additional focus will be placed on how to prepare for auditions.

Each student will perform their piece in front of the class, take direction, and work to edit their performance. Students are encouraged to come with some idea of a piece they would like to work on, but will absolutely be supported if they do not. To maximize individual attention for each student, this class has a limited capacity of 10 students.

This course is a great opportunity for students looking to develop key skills of vocal performance at an early age, led by two of Ottawa's finest practitioners.

Where:

Orpheus Musical Theatre
17 Fairmont Ave.
Ottawa, ON K1Y 1X4

When:

Ages 8 - 13 years
Sundays April 10 - June 26, 10:00am - 11:00am (No classes on April 17 & May 22)

Ages 14 - 18 years
Sundays April 10 - June 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm (No classes on April 17 & May 22)

Cost:

10 week semester

Regular: $180.00

Orpheus Members: $160.00
Discount will automatically apply after selecting Regular Fee

*PAY WHAT YOU WANT 1: $100.00

*PAY WHAT YOU WANT 2: $50.00

*Orpheus Schoolhouse courses are intentionally the lowest priced in town to ensure affordability and accessibility for all. Read Our Philosophy below. PAY WHAT YOU WANT options are intended for those who require the accommodation. If you can afford the full price, we ask that you be honest and leave the PWYW options for those in need. If the PWYW options are still out of reach for you, we have bursaries available. Please contact J.T. Morris at info@orpheus-theatre.ca or by phone at 613-729-4318 for more information on bursaries.

Course fees are non-refundable

About the Instructor:

Stacey Ingrey has been teaching voice from her Kanata studio for over twenty years. She has performed extensively in classical, pop, and musical theatre. Former and current students have gone on to perform internationally in film, musical theatre, pop and country, and classical singing. She is a registered voice and theory teacher with the Ontario Registered Music Teacher's Association (ORMTA), the Canadian Federation of Music Teachers' Association (CFMTA) and the Musical Theatre Educators' Alliance (MTEA). Stacey is an Advanced Voice Specialist and Theory Specialist, and has her Associate Diploma (ARCT) with the Royal Conservatory of Music. Stacey currently teaches voice for the Musical Theatre Diploma program at Saint Lawrence College, Brockville Campus. Stacey believes all singers can learn to sing in a healthy way without compromising their story.

About the Pianist:

Ruth Kwan is a pianist born and raised in Ottawa, ON. After receiving her master's in Piano Performance from Le Conservatoire de musique de Gatineau, she went on to do a MMus in Collaborative Piano, specializing in vocal performance, from NYU, and then a Professional Studies Certificate in Piano Performance from Manhattan School of Music. From there, she spent four years on the road with The Phantom of the Opera North American Tour as Keyboard 3, Keyboard 1, and Associate Music Director. After freelancing in NYC for a year, she travelled with Miss Saigon (Keyboard 1/Assistant Conductor) before the tour was ultimately cancelled due to COVID. Other favourite credits include Synth 1 on Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone in Concert with the National Arts Centre Orchestra. 

Our Philosophy:

Quality arts education should be available and accessible to all! Orpheus Schoolhouse courses are specifically designed to provide the opportunity of quality training by accredited and experienced instructors at lower cost rates. Bursaries are available to those who qualify. For information on bursaries, please contact J.T. Morris at info@orpheus-theatre.ca or by phone at 613-729-4318.

Orpheus welcomes individuals from equity seeking communities and intersecting identities, including Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, LGBTQIA+, Two-Spirit, and people with disabilities. Orpheus is committed to providing a space that is free of discrimination and harassment, and fostering a supportive and inclusive community. Please advise us of any accommodation required which will enable you to participate.