Voice Student Affirmations
Virginia Morris - Freelance actor OSA, SAG-AFTRA AEA: film, tv, theatre - Oakland, CA - "Maggie is a brilliant singer-songwriter, vocal teacher (and songwriting) teacher!"
Eric Hudson - Guitartist/Engineer/Lead singer for Purple Albatross -"I came to Maggie with some experience, but no formal voice training. Her instruction in breathing and melodic lines really improved my singing. I utilize what she taught me every time I sing now and recommend her highly.”
Cheryl Zuur - Multi instrumentalist/Industrial Electrician "Maggie uses great metaphors to illustrate where we are heading musically; one of my favorites is remembering that we all have a huge palette of sounds available to us, we just need to discover how to access them and then use them consistently enough that we can call on them anytime.”
Louise DeBlanc - Guitar player /Educational Therapist "Maggie is a wonderful vocal, guitar and song writing instructor as well as a gifted songwriter and performer. Her heart is huge and is reflected in everything she does. She is a knowledgeable, inspirational and fun teacher. She has given me more confidence in my singing abilities and it has made a positive difference. Besides being a great voice coach, Maggie has a beautiful voice and has provided tools and chops that come from her wealth of experience. I've purchased her Travelin’ On CD for many friends. Thanks Maggie!"
Marlene Tobias - Multi Media Artist Tobias Designs “I can’t say enough wonderful things about Maggie’s teaching abilities. She's an extremely gifted singer and her warmth, knowledge and approach to teaching is always an inspiration. Maggie really understands where you are and knows how to take you to the next level, and the next, with humor, example and a highly attuned intuition. She teaches all levels and brings her contagious enthusiasm and skills to each individual. Maggie shines very brightly and I would joyfully recommend her to anyone who wants to learn new tools and sharpen their skills. Check her out! You won’t be disappointed! ”
Kay Sims - Jazz Pianist/Retired Teacher - “I’m a jazz pianist, who has been afraid to sing. I wished I could accompany myself, but until I began working with Maggie I had no idea how to begin. Maggie helped me enjoy the learning process, to lose my fear, and to relax. She’s taught me to hear differently, to learn many successful approaches, and methods to gain skills to access my voice! She’s taught me to sing! Now I feel confident and sing in music groups and with friends and feel a joy and thrill through this connection that I hadn't experienced before! I'm happy and realize I can do this! Thank you Maggie for adding this joy to my life!”
Private Voice Lessons
Voice-Over Coaching/Mastering vocals for your podcast/ Professional presentations: Fine-tune your approach, pitch, tone, breath, dynamics and more
Songwriting
Audition Coaching/Performance Coaching
Maggie's professional music credits, collaborations, events and projects span decades. She is a performer, singer songwriter, studio session vocalist, and has extensive training covering many genres.
Maggie holds a Professional Music B.A. from Berklee College of Music and toured with Berklee's gospel choir.
Private study with master vocal coach/ opera singer Pearl Layton.
Vocal jazz improv workshops with Joey Blake (of Bobby McFerron's Voicestra.)
Consultant for Berkeley Repertory Theatre, providing musical coaching for the lead actor of the production of The Good Book.
Voice teacher at Berkeley's School of Rock
Montessori Music Programs children's singing circles teacher
Teacher/Panelist for Hoot Camp-Stage Fright Sessions
River Rafting weekend musician - Far Flung, Terlingua, (Big Bend Nat’l Park) TX
Maggie has professionally trained and coached singers of all ages, levels, and musical styles. She guides students towards concepts and tools that help them discover and deliver the strengths within their unique voice.
Maggie's teaching methods are extensive. She incorporates ear training (to help develop pitch and tonal skills), rhythm exercises, vocal tools and techniques to expand abilities and range, breath support, dynamics, vocal health skills and addresses vocal strain and concerns with a wealth of knowledge and skill. Her specialization is to meet each individual at their level and to empower them, with new approaches and tools assuring that they achieve expressive, dynamic, healthy and uninhibited new deliveries to enhance their singing ability.
"I am passionate about teaching vocal tools that will help you find your best voice! I will enhance your listening skills, approach, delivery and nuance. Your voice can be powerful and surprise you with its’ capacity for beauty. It can allow you to tap into your own joy and vulnerability and to release both with freedom. Learning to use your vocal tools well, will empower your spirit and open many doors. Your desire to sing well, is possible with a little know how! Music is great medicine; my lessons will liberate you and help you express yourself fully with confidence.”
For parents:
“ I have extensive experience teaching children of all all ages, and especially young adults. Your children will thrive with empowering lessons, that give them confidence and help them learn where they shine and how to enhance their skill level. They’ll have fun, be inspired and learn a lot!”
Looking forward to hearing from you! ~ Maggie
Please reach out with any questions. musicrivermag@gmail.com
Listen: Travelin' On CD Link