Learn healthy and efficient singing & playing!
Specialties include classical and classical adjacent styles, jazz, musical theater, & pop.
Home of The Bloch Voice Studio, The Franklin Voice Studio,
The Coura Voice Studio, The Reyna Voice Studio,
The Soyöz Piano Studio, & Mayer Music Production
Now located at the Bloch Performing Arts Studio Spaces:
271 Lincoln St. Suite 10 Lexington, MA 02421
Accepting of all ages & levels with details below
Experience with neurodiverse learners and trans-identifying students
Teaching experience of 10 years and counting
YOU DESERVE TO HAVE A VOICE!
My teaching philosophy is to give students the healthiest and most efficient way of using their voice. No matter the style, singing is always about vocal freedom, and the freedom to communicate a piece of music in a meaningful way. Because singing is so integrated with our physical well-being and emotions, I constantly encourage my students to have positive self-talk during lessons, practice, and performance; and I always aim to tailor the lessons around their educational and musical needs. I take pride in constantly being an advocate for my students and find it of the utmost importance to always show compassion in an art form so vulnerable and personal.
- Jessica Bloch-Moisand, Founder & Voice Teacher
I strive to empower my students and help them achieve their vocal goals via healthy, free phonation. I teach a science-based vocal technique with a theatrical flair, meaning I use tools such as creative imagery, observation of sensation, and experimentation. Emotional expression helps students grasp and execute concepts. I do my utmost to meet every student where they are and tailor my instructional approach to complement individual learning needs (in my book, one method never fits all). Above all, I aim to elevate the pursuit of joy, levity, and ease in every lesson.
- Akela Franklin, Voice Teacher
I believe the core of singing is authentic expression. When you work with me, we’ll discover what easy, natural vocalization feels like to you through things you don’t even realize you’re already doing. We’ll generate a singing technique that feels free, effortless, pleasurable, and above all, honest. I work with all ages, levels of experience, and genres. With every student, my goal is the same: To guide you towards a healthy and disentangled expression using a sustainable technique that will last you a lifetime.
- Lucas Coura, Voice Teacher
My goal as a teacher is to continue to guide the student down the path they lead. I go with their flow and take shape according to their needs. Keeping an open mind to discover anything and everything is my method. All styles of music are welcome in my studio. I find that when I teach students, I end up also teaching myself. This is what I truly love. It is a personal experience, and a quite unique one. Mainly, it should always be fun and exciting.
- Bahar Soyöz, Piano Teacher
My pedagogical philosophy prioritizes fostering a love of music in addition to technical proficiency. Our lessons will explore fundamentals of music and piano, composition, improvisation, ear training, and learning music that the student loves.
- Raphael Mayer, Music Production Teacher
Voice Studio Overview
Here’s what you get with online or in-person voice lessons:
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Voice Lessons:
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Work one-on-one with our voice teachers to help you improve vocal technique, find your natural, healthy voice, improve musicianship, and build your repertoire
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In-person singing lessons in Lexington, MA available as well as online
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Access to a staff pianist for lessons, studio classes, and recitals
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Vocal mentorship to help tailor your vocal interests and pursuits
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Studio Masterclass:
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Practice performing in a group setting
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Receive real-time feedback from voice teacher leading the class
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Work with a live accompanist
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Student Recitals:
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Gain performance experience in a supportive setting
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Strengthen your stage presence and confidence
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Work with a live accompanist
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Feel accomplishment and get recognition for your progress
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Outreach Recitals:
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Gain performance experience in a supportive setting
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Strengthen your stage presence and confidence
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Work with a live accompanist
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Receive community service hours
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PLUS, you’ll also get access to:
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Staff pianist for lessons, studio class, and recitals
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Mentoring to help tailor your vocal interests and pursuits
And did someone say BONUSES?
You also get access to:
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Resources for singing such as the Vaccai and Marchesi etudes and exercises
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Anthologies and sheet music for your music library
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Resources for basic music theory and sight singing
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Guide to musical organizations you may want to be a part of while on your singing journey
Piano Studio Overview
Here’s what you get with online or in-person piano lessons:
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Piano Lessons: One-on-one student lessons to foster a love for music through piano musicianship skills (ex: ear training, piano playing techniques, and improvisation.)
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In-person lessons are located in Boston and the Greater Boston area, including our Lexington Studios (271 Lincoln St. Suite 10 Lexington, MA 02421)
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Curriculum materials suggested by piano teacher based on student's educational and musical needs and interests
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Studio Masterclass:
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Practice performing in a group setting
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Receive real-time feedback from voice teacher leading the class
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Student Recitals:
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Gain performance experience in a supportive setting
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Strengthen your stage presence and confidence
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Feel accomplishment and get recognition for your progress
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Outreach Recitals:
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Gain performance experience in a supportive setting
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Strengthen your stage presence and confidence
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Receive community service hours
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How does it work?
STEP TWO
Discuss scheduling and choice of lesson packages with me at blochperformingarts@gmail.com
Testimonials
"I worked with Jessica for roughly five years. During that time we worked on different vocal techniques and explored many different music styles such as classical and Broadway. Jessica helped me find confidence in myself and my voice. Because of my work with Jessica, I auditioned for and earned a spot in an audition-only choir, something I never could have done without everything I learned from Jessica. In addition to singing techniques, I learned important things about the voice and how to keep it healthy. Jessica is an exceptional voice teacher and I learned so much from her."
- Laura
"My 12 year old daughter was thrilled to resume voice lessons with Miss Jessica using Zoom. My daughter started with Jessica at the age of 10. Jessica is a gifted singer and teacher. Singing is one of my autistic daughter’s strengths and I feel so fortunate to have Jessica helping her develop her vocal talents. I highly recommend Jessica."
- Cheryl
Your general investment for Music Lessons are:
1 Hour Lessons
$110 per hour lesson
45 min Lesson
$87 per hour lesson
30 min Lessons
$69 per hour lesson
Please contact blochperformingarts@gmail.com for details regarding scheduling & availability.
Students pursuing lesson 2x per month or more will have a subscription options for the season. In-person lessons have additional cost due to price of the space being included. In-person is in high demand this season, so please contact us first before scheduling. If lessons seem inaccessible in any way due to cost, let us know! Scholarship options are available depending on the individual student's situation.
Meet The Voice Studio Staff!
…originally from West Palm Beach, FL and now a resident of the Greater Boston area, Jessica holds her Bachelor of Theater and Music degree from Florida State University and a Master of Music degree from the University of Connecticut. She was a Graduate Assistant in 2018-2019 and has since continued to teach private voice lessons, and direct at education summer music festivals.
…originally from the California Bay Area, and now residing in the Boston area, Akela holds a Bachelor of Music from University of Puget Sound and a Master of Music from Longy School of Music of Bard College, both in vocal performance. She has been teaching private lessons and in the Boston Public School system since 2018 and is certified in Alexander Technique.
…based in Boston, Lucas is a countertenor, composer and author. Lucas has performed a number of opera roles with companies including White Snake Projects, Cambridge Chamber Ensemble, and Boston Summer Opera.He holds a Bachelor of Music from Stetson University and a Master of Music in Vocal Performance & Pedagogy from New England Conservatory, where he studied under the tutelage of famed vocal pedagogue, Professor Ian Howell.
…having made her way to the east coast, Alexandra is a multidisciplinary vocalist, pianist, educator, and composer currently based in Boston, Massachusetts. She is earning her Master's in Music at the Longy School of Music of Bard College in Cambridge, specializing in Historical Performance and studying under the direction of celebrated Bach specialist Pamela Dellal. Alexandra graduated Cum Laude with her Bachelor's in Music in Vocal Performance from California State University Long Beach.
Tristan Leung
Staff Pianist
…born in Wilmington, Delaware, Tristan completed his master’s degree at Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, where he was a Graduate Assistant under the mentorship of Chih-Yi Chen and Kevin Murphy. In 2019, Mr. Leung earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Delaware, where he was also awarded the Theodore Presser Scholar Award. He has also been a piano fellow with Music Academy of the West.
Meet The Piano Studio Staff!
...originally from Türkiye, Bahar Soyöz came to Boston for pursuing her passion in collaborative music as a Fulbright scholar. She performs solo and chamber music in the New England area, teaches piano at the South Shore Conservatory where she also serves as Piano Department Chair. At her alma mater Longy School of Music, she works as an accompanist where she performs with graduate students.
Meet The Music Production Staff!
Raphael Mayer
Music Production Teacher
...originally from Providence, RI, Raphael is a passionate jazz pianist, composer, singer, and educator. He studied music at Clark University, where he received the Manero Award for musical achievement. He taught music at the St. Teresa School in Pawtucket, RI, before getting his master’s degree from the Jackie McLean Institute of Jazz at the Hartt School of Music. He now lives in Boston and is continuing his studies at Berklee College of Music.
Meet Our Administrative Intern!
…originally from Queens, NY and now residing in Boston, lyric-coloratura soprano Isabel Merat is pursuing a Master of Music degree in Voice and Opera at New England Conservatory. She graduated from Oberlin Conservatory where she received a Bachelors of Music degree in Voice Performance. Isabel is an advocate of the performing arts with experience in arts administration, production assisting, and student teaching.
Here’s what others have asked!
Testimonials
"Akela is the most personal and engaged singing teacher I have had throughout my 17 years of singing lessons. Her unique teaching technique incorporates emotions, thought, and imagination as core elements of vocal development. Akela innately understands not only my vocal anatomy but also my personality, and she can therefore determine which emotions and thoughts are best suited to develop my voice. Since I began studying with Akela, singing well has not only become easier-- it's also so much more fun!"
- Eliana
"I went into voice lessons with Akela as a true beginner - I was sure I could never hold a tune, but I wanted to try. Akela made the lessons fun and she had endless patience with me. She taught me how to breathe correctly and how to coordinate my muscles to "use my instrument" effectively. With her help, I reached my goal: being able to sing a simple song (mostly) in tune. I am forever grateful and highly recommend her."
- Deb