Lessons
Kate DeSisto
Kate DeSisto is an enthusiastic music educator offering lessons in voice to students of all ages. With classical training and a rock and roll heart, she firmly believes in establishing the knowledge, good habits, and passion for musical exploration that will help her students find lifelong joy in music-making. With over a decade of teaching experience, she loves getting to know her students and helping them develop not only as musicians, but as human beings.
Interested in learning with Kate? Sign up Now!
Offerings:
- Voice (All Ages)
- Piano
Availability:
- Mondays, 3PM – 5PM
- Tuesdays, 4PM – 7:30PM
- Wednesdays, 3PM – 7PM
Cost Per Lesson:
- 30 minutes – $30,
- 45 minutes – $50,
- 60 minutes – $60
- Request Scholarship Information
Scot Gelzinis
Scot Gelzinis is a veteran guitar instructor with over 17 years of experience. He utilizes a hands-on, practical approach to teaching music that builds fundamentals and advanced techniques.
Scot encourages his students to establish their own musical interests and identity by illustrating how their favorite music is structured and performed. This method has been proven to produce great results with guitarists of all ages and skill levels. Scot specializes in current and classic genres, from Hard Rock to Country.
Interested in learning with Scot? Sign up Now!
Offerings:
- Guitar (Acoustic & Electric), All Ages & Levels
Availability:
- Tuesdays, 5:30PM – 8PM
- Saturdays, 12PM – 3PM
Cost Per Lesson:
- 30 minutes – $30,
- 45 minutes – $50,
- 60 minutes – $60
- Request Scholarship Information
Laura Smith
Laura Smith is a Colorado native who has taught in Asia for the past eleven years. She holds a degree in Music Education from Colorado Christian University where she focused on general music with an emphasis in piano.
Laura’s early piano training at a private academy focused on healthy hand techniques and being a well-rounded musician, both of these practices she has carried into her private piano instruction for the past fourteen years. Laura strives to meet the goals of each individual she teaches while also giving foundational instruction in music theory and introducing students to new genres.
Interested in learning with Laura? Sign up Now!
Offerings:
- Piano, Grades 1+, All Levels
Availability:
- Tuesdays, 4PM – 7PM
- Wednesdays, 4PM – 7PM
Cost Per Lesson:
- 30 minutes – $30,
- 45 minutes – $50,
- 60 minutes – $60
Jenry Towle
Jenry Towle (she/they) is a theatermaker based in Kittery, ME. Holding degrees in Music, Theater Performance, & Technical Theater & Design, she has taught voice and acting to students of every age in 46 of the 50 states!
Jenry believes in a full-body, comprehensive approach to finding your strongest voice – body, voice, and imagination need to work simultaneously together to build confidence and projection.
Interested in learning with Jenry? Sign up Now!
Offerings:
- Voice, All Ages & Levels
- Vocal Coaching for Performers, All Ages & Levels
- Public Speaking Support, All Ages & Levels
- Audition Prep, All Ages & Levels
- Freeing the Voice: Vocal Health & Clarity, All Ages & Levels
Availability:
- Call or Message to Schedule
Cost Per Lesson:
- 30 minutes – $30,
- 45 minutes – $50,
- 60 minutes – $60
- Music Scholarship Form
Directions & Contact Information
Rochester Opera House
31 Wakefield Street Rochester, NH 03867 (located in City Hall)
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Business: (603) 332-2211
Email: [email protected]
Tickets: (603) 335-1992
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Rochester Performance & Arts Center
32 North Main Street Rochester, NH 03867
Business: (603) 948-1099
Email: [email protected]
Hours: Open Mon and Tue 2PM - 5:15PM
We are open on weekends for special events and performances.
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1 Wakefield St
Rochester, NH 03867
Business: (603) 335-1992
Email: [email protected]
Hours: Wed thru Sat, 12Noon - 6 PM
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