ABOUT OUR VOICE & PIANO SCHOOL
Cantabile School of Voice and Piano was established to provide talented amateurs and aspiring professional students with an exceptional musical education. Our voice & piano school is a warm, supportive environment. As music programs in our schools are downsized, and often cut altogether, the level of musical literacy in our communities has plummeted. Additionally, young professional musicians frequently suffer from a lack of trustworthy resources needed to hone their craft. At our voice and piano school, we strive to fill these gaps. We offer comprehensive vocal, piano and technical training with talented, real-world professionals to students of all ages, backgrounds, proficiency levels and socioeconomic status.
Director Erica Schuller has been a successful performer and passionate educator for fifteen years. She holds degrees in vocal performance and music education from The Eastman School of Music (B.M.) and San Francisco Conservatory (M.M.), and has performed extensively throughout the continental United States. Bringing to bear all of her experience, she has directed her attention to opening Cantabile School out of a profound desire to meet the needs she sees in her students, and to address the lack of resources for the young professional musician.
VOICE & PIANO SCHOOL STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
“I highly recommend Erica as your next voice teacher! She has an extensive knowledge in the field of singing, and applies it effectively. She is incredibly smart and caters her expertise to your needs. Erica also creates an environment that allows you to feel comfortable exploring your voice no matter your experience level. When I first started, I was SO uncomfortable hearing myself (and the obvious mistakes I was making). I never felt judged or pressured in our lessons. She has actually given me the confidence to share my singing with others…something I never thought I’d say again! Virtual learning can definitely come with some challenges, but because Erica is a skilled teacher there hasn’t been a misstep in our training. She quickly evolved her teaching style to accommodate the change! ”
“I’ve been studying voice with Erica since 2014. She’s a fabulous teacher!!! She explains the mechanics of singing rather than just saying, “support with your diaphragm” or “place the sound here,” like other teachers I’ve had. My singing has improved so much, which is important in my work as a music therapist. This past year with the pandemic, I’ve been able to continue online lessons which has been wonderful! Thank you Erica!!!”
“Sarah has an attention to detail that encourages me to sing with intelligence. Her sharp perception has helped me to clarify and address inconsistencies in everything from diction to singing habits. It is this sensitivity that makes her such a valuable coach and accompanist. She is committed to the collaboration, putting in the time until the product is polished.”
“I have had the pleasure of working with Sarah for several years. In my time coaching with Sarah, there are fundamental concepts and ideas that she has implemented into my practice that has made me a better singer and musician. She is keen to style, history, language, and poetic intent in her coaching and always challenges me to think more musically and purposefully in my singing. I am constantly engaged while working with Sarah, and I always find that I am challenged and encouraged to work harder. Simply put, I would not be the musician I am today without the motivation and awareness I have acquired while working with her.”
