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Singing lessons with Patricia Sands, Voice Teacher and Vocologist

“Patricia helped me expand my vocal range and explore parts of my voice that I never did before. She structures her lessons around my personal vocal goals, so even in the short time frame that I was able to learn from her I feel that I have made great progress in my singing. Thank you, Patricia!”

JaclynThis student went on to a successful audition as a freshman for an a cappella group in her university following the lessons

“Through Patricia’s vast knowledge and experience, she has helped me to regain my singing voice and my high register. She has taught me invaluable techniques so that I will reduce the chances of damaging my voice again and I am now able to speak for longer periods without feeling strain. Patricia is the reason I am able to do what I enjoy most. She is a consummate professional and a joy to work with.”

RetoAdult Male Baritone

“As an adult student I find that Patricia Sands’ always positive and encouraging tone makes for an enjoyable lesson even after a stressful day’s work. Her knowledge of anatomy and its impact on the human vocal apparatus is amazing and has helped me work towards rehabilitation of some vocal issues. I also appreciate that she provides us a platform for a mini-solo performance with an accompanist at the end of each term.”

Adult Soprano

“Ms. Sands taught me many useful ways to take care of my voice, such as vocal exercises, using vowels during singing, breath support, and mapping out a vocal schedule where I could block out time to rest. These are still things I do now, one year after I finished the lessons, and my vocal health and habits have improved greatly...She has given me the confidence to accept my voice and work with it, not comparing it to anyone else’s.”

Sarah

"I chose Patricia Sands as a voice teacher in Asheville because of the caliber and broad nature of her training, her successful and varied performance background, and her experience teaching/leading individuals and groups. She has proven to be an excellent vocal instructor, providing exercises and songs that get to the heart of my voice issues. She is always prepared for lessons, with key points in mind to work on based on previous sessions and goals. She has a solid understanding of physical components of vocal study and performance and how to explain concepts to students. I highly recommend Patricia to students of all ages and genres."

Adult Student

Healthy Singers
Injured Singers
Senior Citizen Singers
Transgender Singers

Patricia teaches:

Classical Voice
Musical Theatre
Contemporary and Commercial Music (CCM)

Patricia Sands

Asheville Voice Teacher and Vocologist

Patricia Sands is a Voice Teacher, Singer, Vocologist and Director. Patricia teaches Classical Voice, Musical Theatre and Contemporary and Commercial Music (CCM) styles. Patricia’s training includes Voice, Music Education, Choral Music, Theatre, Vocology, Vocal Pedagogy, Contemporary and Commercial Music, and Transgender Voice for Singers.

Patricia’s experience is vast as she has lived, worked as a voice/choral and theatre educator/director, and performed in Honduras, South Africa, Malaysia, Taiwan, Serbia, Qatar and Singapore for over 30 years before settling in Asheville.

Patricia’s extensive background in Voice, Education, Theatre, Performance and Vocology combined with her world cultural experience gives her students opportunities to learn, improve, perform, and grow as vocal musicians through individualized voice instruction. Patricia has directed over 100 productions in large educational theatre stage settings in several countries.

Philosophy

Improvement through Healthy Voice Behaviors

Patricia teaches students to develop their voices and improve their knowledge and performance practice through healthy voice behaviors. Students develop life-long habits and appreciation of music as contributing members of society. While some may become performing arts professionals, others may cherish singing as the best part of their week, away from their occupation.

Helping singers achieve their best potential is the goal. This is achieved through: artistic excellence, communication and collaboration, musicality, creativity, imagination, healthy habits, expression, discipline, focus, problem-solving, goal setting, attention to detail, historical context, positive attitude, self-confidence, organizational skills and professionalism.

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