Voice Classes

New 3-Pay Tuition Option: pay at enrollment, week 4 and week 8

Class Schedule :: How To Sign Up: New Students : Returning Students

Singing For People Who Can't Sing
Mondays 7-8:15pm
Claire Plumb
You know who you are! But this class will prove you wrong, as you begin to gain control of your voice through simple exercises and ear training. By the end of eight weeks you'll see improvement and enjoy increased confidence.
Cost: $270 (or $95 3x)

More Singing For People Who Can't Sing
Mondays 8:15-9:30pm
Claire Plumb
For those who have finished "Can't Sing" and want to keep learning and singing, this class will continue to teach simple songs and work on vocal technique to strengthen your voice and give you more confidence.
Cost: $270 (or $95 3x)

More Singing with Claire Plumb
Tuesdays 7:30-8:45pm
A continuing class for students who have alread been working with Claire.
Cost: $270 (or $95 3x)

Singing for People Who Can Sing
Tuesdays 8-9:30pm
Robert Blake
For those with some band, theater or choral singing experience but little or no previous vocal instruction. Sessions will cover the basics of proper vocal technique: breathing and support, warm-ups, developing your range, tone, placement, articulation, etc. There'll be lots of group vocal drills and some individual presentation of songs.
Cost: $315 (or $110 3x)

Beginning Voice
Wednesdays 6-7:15pm
Janak Ramachandran
Learn how to use your instrument to carry a tune. For those with no previous experience, this class covers the essentials of singing: breathing, melody and rhythm. Topics include posture, warm-up ideas from main vocal schools of thought, key vowel sounds and easy exercises. You'll also learn about major and minor scales and intervals, and focus on rhythm and relaxation through group singing of simple songs, with guidelines for maintaining a healthy voice. It's never too late to start singing!
Cost: $270 (or $95 3x)

Voice II
Thursdays 7-8:30pm
Janak Ramachandran
Develop your voice to sing harmony and expand your range. You'll touch on concepts from Beginning Voice such as basic warm-up with added ideas, and key vowel sounds with easier consonants. You'll also begin honing basic principles of song delivery and get an intro to thirds, fifths, harmony and tonal contrast. Mostly group singing with some trading lines to further song delivery skills with a focus on rhythm, melody, and relaxed breathing/posture.
Cost: $315 (or $110 3x)

Voice for Guitarists Who Sing
Tuesdays 6:15-7:30pm
Claire Plumb
In this class individuals will perform their favorite songs in class and receive coaching on how to improve their vocal presentation. Work on technique, phrasing, dynamics and accompaniment will lead to a more polished performance and greater confidence, whether playing covers or original material.
Cost: $270 (or $95 3x)

Vocal Technique with Raz Kennedy
Thursdays 6-7pm
A member of Bobby McFerrin's Voicestra, Raz is best known for his coaching of many Bay Area bands including Adam Duritz and members of Counting Crows, Tim Armstrong of Rancid, Mark Eitzel, Noelle Hampton and Shana Morrison. Raz emphasizes vocal conditioning, stamina and maintenance.
Cost: $270 ($50 non-refundable deposit)

Vocal Technique II/III with Raz Kennedy
Thursdays 7-8pm
For graduates of Vocal Technique with Raz Kennedy, this class will take you deeper into the fine points of powerful singing.
Cost: $270 ($50 non-refundable deposit)

Continuing Voice with Raz Kennedy
Thursdays 8-9pm
For Raz's Posse - you know who you are!
Cost: $270 ($50 non-refundable deposit)

Vocal Performance Workshop
Wednesdays 7-8:30pm
Lynn Asher
A variation of this course is offered as a five-week class
Finding your authentic voice requires getting to the "heart of the matter" by owning the lyric and melody prior to delving into the technical aspects of singing. Lynn's unique approach assists singers in finding and developing that voice, allowing you to express yourself freely and without effort. Interpretation of the lyric, phrasing, vocal dynamics, and connecting with your audience, as well as pitch, timing, rhythm, key selection, mic technique, stage presence and other significant aspects of professional singing and performing will be covered. This class is recommended for singers who are interested in taking their singing and live performance skills to the next level. You should have a good ear and some singing/performance experience. Singers are encouraged to sign up for consecutive semesters to build their repertoire and skills. The class is tailored to meet the needs of each individual and includes one-on-one coaching in every class!
Class limit of 3; class will be lengthened to 2 hours with addition of a 4th person
Cost: $375 (or $130 3x)

Rock Vocal Performance
Thursdays 8:30-9:45pm
Janak Ramachandran
This class is designed for singers in our Band Workshops and for other vocalists in bands who want to work on their repertoire with an emphasis on both performance and technique. Working on our band room stage, there will be plenty of individualized attention, helping you to own your songs and get the most out of your voice.
Cost: $270 (or $95 3x)

Your First Band
Tuesdays 8:30-9:45pm @ Lennon
Janak Ramachandran
This small ensemble class will learn and rehearse several rock and blues songs. You'll receive instruction in the culture of the band - etiquette, communication, how to count, beginnings and endings, how to listen. This is a great first step for those who have never played in a band before.
Cost: $270 (or $95 3x)

Blue Bear @ Lennon Studios, 271 Dore St. (near Bryant b/t 9th and 10th) in SF

Jazz Vocals
Saturdays 1:30-3pm
Sharman Duran
In this all-singing class, intermediate to advanced vocalists will rehearse and perform a repertoire of jazz songs with expert piano accompaniment, leading up to a performance at the quarterly Blue Bear Showcases. Open to singers who are new to jazz as well as those who are familiar with the repertoire.
Class limit of 5
Cost: $360 (or $125 3x)

Band Workshops
Student bands organized by the school. Groups arrange and play songs by a variety of artists and groups, and at the end of the session perform live in a San Francisco club.
Workshop Schedule & More Info

Five-week Class:

Vocal Performance Workshop
Tuesdays 7-8:30pm
Lynn Asher
Every other week starting January 17
See description above.
Cost: $190