Kathleen O'Boyle

Instruments: Voice, Piano

Experience: 24 years playing and performing, 10 years experience teaching



Studied: B.A. University of New Hampshire in Voice Performance, cum laude; M.M. in Voice Performance, Longy School of Music; International Education for Students, 2006 spring term, Vienna, Austria


Specializes in: Classical, pop, musical theater


Approach: My approach to teaching piano and voice is based on classical technique, but my main intention as an educator is to cultivate a passion and joy for music learning. All piano students learn scales, harmony, sight-reading, theory, and performance repertoire. I teach a varied performance repertoire, including classical and popular, but I highly encourage the student to communicate with me about the repertoire they would like learn, as I want to make sure that they are inspired by what they are working on and retain a natural curiosity to learn. I challenge the student to work through exercises, material, or content that may be difficult for them, but I also develop and expand on their musical strengths, which builds self-esteem. I use positive reinforcement and connect with each student through a healthy student teacher relationship based on mutual trust and respect. I have a keen ability to connect with and inspire young beginner piano students to continue working towards their goals. I cross-train my voice students in the classical, pop, and musical theater realms so they become versatile dynamic singers. The ultimate goal is to gain control of the voice and use it in many different ways. I also focus on ear-training, breath management, expression of text, diction, performance practice, stage presence, and audition preparation.