TEACHER DIRECTORY
Nathene Arthur - Piano, Voice, composition, theory, beginner guitar
Cochrane, AB (West side Cochrane)
ARCT Piano Teacher Degree. Gr. 10 RCM Voice and Pedagogy
Each student is unique. My philosophy is to find what they love to learn and pursue that with them.
403.851.9912
rnarthur@telus.net
Margaret Brentnall - Voice, Theory including Advanced and History, Piano
SW Calgary (Cedarbrae)
BA Music, U of Calgary;
NATS; ARMTA; RCM Certified Teacher
Trio Music delivers remarkable music experiences where every student is encouraged to learn and develop as a well-rounded musician. Students are exposed to new musical understandings and ideas as well as offered transformative deep learning opportunities. The desired result is to instill a life-long love and enjoyment of music.
403.251.1385
margaretbrentnall@triomusic.ca
www.triomusic.ca
Dr. Laura Hynes (she/her) - Voice, Alexander Technique, Lyric Diction, Voice Pedagogy, Voice Lab/Opera Workshop
NW Calgary (University)
BM, MM, AD, DMA.
20 years of teaching experience.
I work with students using a holistic and process-oriented approach to voice through the lens of the Alexander Technique. Students discover their own agency in the learning process and develop inclusive awareness while exploring the range of their artistry.
lhynes@ucalgary.ca
www.laurahynes.com
Dr. Tara M. Laberge (she/her) - Voice - Classical, Musical Theatre, Vocal Pedagogy, Singing for Actors, Post-Secondary audition preparation, Festival/Competition scene direction/coaching
SE Calgary
Doctor of Musical Arts, Master of Music - Vocal Performance, Bachelor of Music - Vocal Performance, Music Diploma - Vocal Performance, Bachelor of Education - Secondary Music Specialist, NATS, Actors Equity Candidate
Dr. Laberge has been an arts educator and professional artist for more than 20 years. Combining real-world performance expertise with a strong foundation in educational pedagogy, she excels at creating a unique, high-level training experience for each student. Her students have been accepted into elite post-secondary institutions at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and many are working professional artists.
www.taramarlenalaberge.com
Rachel McLellan (she/her) - Voice, Piano, Theory
SW Airdrie (Windsong)
BMus in Performance (Voice), MMus in Literature and Performance (Voice),
Registered Music Teacher
Coming from a Western classical and musical theatre background myself, I aim to teach my students the most efficient, healthy, and beautiful ways for them to use their individual voices. I want my students to feel both fulfilled and challenged by music, and inspired to keep singing throughout their lives.
403.801.6865
rmclellanmusic@gmail.com
www.rachelmclellan.ca
Steven Morton (he/him) - Voice, Piano, Flute, Acting/Staging of songs
SE Calgary (Riverbend)
BMus Voice, ACTRA
12 years experience
I inspire, empower, and amplify unique and authentic voices through patience, candor, and creativity. With a foundation in Bel Canto background, I focus primarily on musical theatre and aim to stay informed on healthy vocal production over a variety of styles.
steven.morton@hotmail.ca
www.stevenmorton.ca
Winston Noren - Voice
SW Calgary (Mount Royal University - Conservatory)
BMus.
40 years as an active voice teacher
403.440.6821
Michelle Todd - Voice (Classical, Musical Theatre, Contemporary, Spoken voice)
Banff/Canmore/Bow Valley
BMus (hons), PGGSMD
30+ years of international teaching
Please see "Teaching" page on my website; michelletoddsoprano.com
403.678.0906
michelletoddsoprano@gmail.com
www.michelletoddsoprano.com
Naomi Williams (she/her) Champion-In-Chief - Voice - Specializing in Popular Musics/Microphone Singing, Cross-Training from Classical to Contemporary Styles, Musical Theatre, Conservatory Canada Exams; RCM Exams; Performance Focus.
NW Calgary (Parkdale)
B.Mus - Voice Performance (Laurier);
NATS, ARMTA, SECO, RCM,
15+ years of teaching experience
I support these pursuits with theory, keyboard orientation for singers, and beginner songwriting. "AvidDiva Vocal Training is a boutique music studio, focusing on instruction that develops Dynamic, Inventive, Versatile & Artistic singers.
Empowering singers through musicianship and performance skills.
Respecting their voices through clear communication and consistent teaching methods.
Customizing learning to individual talents and passions."
403.604.0575
naomi@aviddiva.ca
www.aviddiva.ca