Empowering you to discern what is going on in your own mind, body, and voice
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Mindful
"focusing one's awareness on the present moment" |
Vocal
"relating to the human voice" |
Engineering
"the action of working artfully to bring something about" – Oxford Dictionary |
Mindful Vocal Engineering is Dr. Mastrian's voice studio, which was born from the idea of
science-meets-meditation and body-meets-brain.
It is a way to help you to observe, acknowledge, envision, and implement.
It is about the discipline of breaking any problem down into its component parts
and considering their relation to the efficient functioning of the whole system,
and it is about building a toolbox of resources that are specifically targeted to affect change.
science-meets-meditation and body-meets-brain.
It is a way to help you to observe, acknowledge, envision, and implement.
It is about the discipline of breaking any problem down into its component parts
and considering their relation to the efficient functioning of the whole system,
and it is about building a toolbox of resources that are specifically targeted to affect change.
WHY
Voice lessons with me will enable you to:
- Produce sound healthily and without unnecessary tension
- Practice with precise focus toward concrete goals
- Gain myriad tools to identify issues and employ specific strategies to conquer challenges
- Perform with command of your vocal technique that serves freedom of expression
WHO
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Are you looking for one:one voice lessons?
Individual voice lessons in my studio are ideal for those who are self-motivated, have (a) specific goal(s), and are receptive to input.
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Are you looking for a group environment?
Live and self-guided group options are available.
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The studio welcomes Infinite Diversity in Infinite Combinations (yes, that is a Star Trek reference!).
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WHAT
I am a technique troubleshooter who focuses on vocal health while developing the complete presentation package, as applied to classical music (opera, oratorio, art song, etc.), musical theater, jazz, other sung styles, and speech. I draw on knowledge from traditional bel canto through current voice science.
Each lesson typically consists of:
Our well-rounded work covers three main facets:
Masterful Technique
Each lesson typically consists of:
- Vocal exercises, as well as mind/body components – to warm up and to target breathing, phonation, resonance, and articulation
- Musicianship-building – scales, sight-reading, etc., for those who have auditions that require this or who want to build long-term skills
- Repertoire – all aspects of presenting a piece
Our well-rounded work covers three main facets:
Masterful Technique
- Sing with beautiful consistency and stylistic and emotional flexibility
- Breathe with freedom and sustain a gorgeous phrase with assurance
- Recognize and release tension to access your full resonant sound
- Experience greater ease throughout shifts in register
- Pronounce with total accuracy
- Phrase with clarity and refinement
- Instinctively access movements and gestures that feel natural
- Truly communicate and engage your audience
You will be able to track your learning path as you go through what I have named the ARCH of Progress ™
which I codified in 2017 after years of observation but which I later discovered roughly correlates to the Four Stages of Competence model in psychology.
which I codified in 2017 after years of observation but which I later discovered roughly correlates to the Four Stages of Competence model in psychology.
© 2021 Mastroianni Musica
- Awareness — "...Ohhhh....": external feedback guides you to notice a behavior or characteristic of which you may have been previously unaware
- Realization — "Aha!": you start to recognize this on your own
- Choice — "This happened, and I can do this to fix it.": you have options and can decide to put a new way into action
- Habit — "That was easy!": you have integrated this into your pattern
WHEN
WHERE
- Sessions are typically 50 minutes in length and take place weekly or bimonthly;
as with any neuromuscular coordination, vocal progress happens with consistent, targeted work over a period of time. - Packages of varying lengths are discounted compared to the single dropin lesson rate, in order to emphasize the importance of ongoing work and to provide you with some scheduling flexibility.
- Membership access is available for select clients.
- Drop-in consultation sessions and short-term boost packages are available for performing arts professionals requiring intensive coaching towards an immediate goal.
WHERE
- Online via Zoom meetings or another platform.
HOW
Click the button below to book your free 15-minute discovery phone call!
HOW
Click the button below to book your free 15-minute discovery phone call!
Visit the MindVoce channel on YouTube for more!
Dear Potential and Current Studio Members,
If you are self-motivated, have a specific problem to solve or goal to achieve, want longevity in your singing, and are nerdy about something in the world, I can help you to thrive!
With unwavering commitment and apodictic integrity, I support your growth by guiding you to increased awareness, providing clear strategies to conquer challenges, and helping you to structure your practice for maximum effectiveness. I ask that you take the initiative to incorporate our work into your singing and that you be patient, flexible, and curious. At all times I strive for consummate professionalism and expect the same in return.
In my studio, our relationship is a partnership:
you bring the enthusiasm and focus required to learn, and I offer energy and inspiration; I provide tools and resources that will enable you to improve, and you exhibit the perseverance to fully implement that guidance.
We work intensively and collaboratively toward building a strong foundation of healthy vocal technique (including mindfulness and bodywork components), exemplary musicianship, and true communication.
It is immensely rewarding when we experience moments of relief when tension dissipates and we can sing a phrase freely, when we surprise ourselves at the sound that comes soaring out after a released breath, when acting feels instinctive, and when we can sculpt a phrase by using every syllable and gradation of meaning. I aim to facilitate these moments, endeavoring to assist you in uninhibited, consistent, and flexible performance.
I invite you to enjoy the journey—to feel motivated and hopeful, able to access your ability to embody and express emotions through your voice. It is my hope to see you shine, making progress and loving the moments that you spend singing!
All my best,
Dr. M
™ and © 2017-2021
SPECIAL SESSIONS
FOR TEACHERS & STUDENTS:
Catalyst Consultations: Technique, Diction, Mind+Body, or Audition Prep
When it's time for you or your student to get an intensive boost to break through blocks - or you just want a slightly new way of envisioning something - you need someone you trust who can provide perspective and a catalyst for growth.
Think of this as a private masterclass to support existing work: get unstuck, gain insights, hone.
FOR TEACHERS & STUDENTS:
Catalyst Consultations: Technique, Diction, Mind+Body, or Audition Prep
When it's time for you or your student to get an intensive boost to break through blocks - or you just want a slightly new way of envisioning something - you need someone you trust who can provide perspective and a catalyst for growth.
Think of this as a private masterclass to support existing work: get unstuck, gain insights, hone.
FOR VOICE TEACHERS, CHOIR DIRECTORS, and OTHER VOCAL PROFESSIONALS
Lateral Feedback: Eyes and Ears
Tired of saying the same things and not getting results? Seeking input about more accurate and effective ways to convey information? Looking to add to your collection of different ways of addressing vocal issues? Dr. Mastrian offers individualized private coaching sessions as well as observes voice lessons and choir rehearsals to provide constructive feedback, energizing established teachers and choir directors and mentoring newer ones.
Lateral Feedback: Eyes and Ears
Tired of saying the same things and not getting results? Seeking input about more accurate and effective ways to convey information? Looking to add to your collection of different ways of addressing vocal issues? Dr. Mastrian offers individualized private coaching sessions as well as observes voice lessons and choir rehearsals to provide constructive feedback, energizing established teachers and choir directors and mentoring newer ones.
FOR COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY, and CONSERVATORY-BOUND STUDENTS
Complete Audition Preparation: Concierge Service Packages
...Imagine feeling 100% ready for every aspect of the university-level classical/musical theater voice audition process....
This modular, individually-tailored program provides guidance that takes you from planning and organization, through each step of vocal and interpretative readiness, through audition recordings and live auditions.
Audition Planning
For a stress-free senior year, here’s what you need to know about college, university, and conservatory voice auditions! Get organized in advance, familiarize yourself with repertoire requirements, and feel situated about the logistics of attire, travel, and more. Parents and guardians are welcome.
Complete Audition Preparation: Concierge Service Packages
...Imagine feeling 100% ready for every aspect of the university-level classical/musical theater voice audition process....
This modular, individually-tailored program provides guidance that takes you from planning and organization, through each step of vocal and interpretative readiness, through audition recordings and live auditions.
Audition Planning
For a stress-free senior year, here’s what you need to know about college, university, and conservatory voice auditions! Get organized in advance, familiarize yourself with repertoire requirements, and feel situated about the logistics of attire, travel, and more. Parents and guardians are welcome.