Myrtle T. — Singing Teacher — Notre-Dame-de-Grâce, Montreal

Caribbean-Canadian-born vocalist and flautist Myrtle Thomas has been involved in vocal performance and the musical stage since childhood. Classically trained for 15 years in Piano through the McGill Conservatory and Vanier College, Ms. Thomas holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts (2000) and Graduate Diploma in Advanced Music Performance Studies (2005) from Concordia University in classical flute. Myrtle began to explore in detail her vocal capabilities and technique nearing the end of her undergrad and during her Gr. Dip. Studies (2000-2007) through Concordia, the Jam Vocal School of Music, and private classical voice studies. Her journey as a conductor and vocal coach, fueled by the participation in Gospel and classical choirs (1992 – present). She has now completed a Master of Music in Jazz, Vocal Performance. Masters degree in Jazz Performance- Voice, Mcgill University (2022) Concordia University – Graduate Diploma in Advanced Music Performance - Classical Flute Concordia University – Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music - Classical Flute Mcgill conservatory – 15 years (piano) Vanier College – Music Interpretation

My objective is to guide each vocalist to a point where singing feels just as natural and comfortable as speaking; providing tools that foster understanding and growth as the connection between your singing voice, speaking voice and ear is explored. This is an opportunity to discover oneself as a living, and breathing instrument; building an instrument, before adopting a style. Being vocally healthy. I am also passionate about music literacy, and singers being just as knowledgeable as any other instrumentalist; building the ability to articulate what you hear, feel, and want to do in musical settings and environments. This can be achieved with some focus on theory and ear-training which I am pleased to approach from a basic, to deeper level, according to the students needs and goal. Music-making should be fun, but it also should be informative. I look forward to guiding you along your vocal journey! * Basic understanding of vocal anatomy * Breathing * Sound production * Vocalise * Ear-training * Music listening and appreciation