Private Lessons with Erica H
Erica H
Erica: Your Next Voice and Piano Teacher!
Teaching Philosophy and Background
Get ready to explore music in a way that’s engaging, encouraging, and just plain fun! Erica teaches both voice and piano with patience and lots of enthusiasm, always aiming to help you discover new styles and unlock your creativity in every lesson.
Education and Academic Pursuits
Erica holds a Bachelor of Music in Voice from The Pennsylvania State University and is currently working toward her master’s at the University of Toronto, studying with Daniel Taylor. She’s also a proud recipient of the Voces8 scholarship, showing her dedication to musical excellence and growth.
Performance Experience
Want to learn from someone with real stage experience? Erica made her operatic debut as Barbarina in Le Nozze di Figaro and has shone in roles like Sister Constance (Dialogues of the Carmelites), Despina (Così fan tutte), Leontine (L’amant Anonyme), and Emmie (Albert Herring). She’s also brought to life characters such as Poppea in L’incoronazione di Poppea and Alcina in Alcina during scene work.
Professional Development and Special Training
When she’s not in the studio or on stage, Erica loves to keep learning! She’s attended standout summer programs like the Oberlin Baroque Performance Institute, the Paris International Music Academy, and Musiktage am Rhein in Germany (where she even performed regionally). Erica has also learned from the legendary Dame Emma Kirkby, an icon in early music.
Musical Versatility
No matter what style you love—whether it’s pop, folk, classical, or something else—Erica is happy to help you find your voice (or your groove on the piano!). She brings excitement and expertise to every lesson, making it easy to try something new and have a great time learning.