Juliet Strong

Singer. Songwriter. Performer. Teacher.

Piano and Voice Lessons for Students of all ages!

Contact Me: hoolieta@gmail.com

 

Serving loyal students of all ages since 2005.

My main goal as a music educator is to instill my students with a sense of joy, artistic curiosity and discipline when it comes to music, singing and the piano.

Piano Lessons

Using theory, technique and ear training methods, students will explore musical concepts, gain a foundation for understanding the keyboard, note names, rhythm, sight reading, and correct hand position to play properly and efficiently. I use imaginative imagery and games to help young students develop a loving relationship with the piano and the art of making music. I will supplement structured materials with popular music and games, and will explore each individual students’ interests to optimize engagement and learning.

I can help older students develop their understanding of music theory, musicality, chord theory, and foster joy in learning. I can help you start from the beginning, or brush up on your skills with coaching and ear training. I always love to work with each individual student to tailor a learning program that fits your specific goals.

Voice Lessons

Connect to your voice, breath and body. Heighten your awareness of how singing FEELS.
Learn how to tune into your body and get out of your own way. I have developed a teaching method that uses unique warm-ups and breathing techniques, influenced by Hatha Yoga and Meditation, to create better body awareness and to teach people about proper alignment, freedom from tension, and a basic understanding of how the voice works. Vocal exercises, technique, and exploration of musicality and emotional content will help you develop specific performance techniques and discover your unique sound.
In combination with these techniques, I coach my students in delivery, characterization, phrasing, and vowel placement to help them deliver their best performance, and connect to the joy of singing and the art of making music!
I can help you find your voice, brush up on your skills, gain confidence, fine tune old and new material, and develop your original work and songwriting. Sing your favorite Pop music, Broadway tunes, Jazz standards, or classical pieces. Learn how to let go and find ease in your body and voice!

Rates

$45 per half hour lesson

$55 per forty-five minute lesson

$65 per hour

Lessons are in my home studio on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wenesdays. (Across from Memorial Park and Rombout Middle School)

Contact me to schedule an appointment.

Zoom Lessons Available! I can work with you anywhere. East Coast to West Coast and beyond.

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Juliet has a background in Folk, Classical and Jazz piano and voice. Her performance style incorporates her contemporary and classical voice and piano training, theatrical background, and her upbringing among a tightly knit community of folk musicians, dancers, poets, and performers from the San Francisco Bay Area. She has drawn inspiration from her exposure to musical styles of all types, including Balkan, Turkish, Flamenco, Americana, Irish, Scottish, Indian and Brazilian. Her love of jazz, bebop, soul, funk and R&B have also influenced her original work. She has showcased her diverse training and background in theatrical collaborations, writing projects, live music performances, tours, and a discography of self-released recorded work. Juliet earned a degree in Vocal Performance from the University of Oregon. She has also received theatre training from the California Shakespeare School and Berkeley Rep School. She has been seen on stages with the Oregon Festival of American Music, Shotgun Players, A Traveling Jewish Theatre, Bootstrap Theatre Company, and in Yosemite National Park. Juliet has taught privately for many years as well as through the Williamsburg School of Music.


Call or e-mail for more info!
541-337-8748

Here’s what some of my clients have to say

“We are so lucky to have found Juliet! My 7 year old has been taking piano lessons with her for about a year and really enjoys his time with her. She has a nice, calm, patient, and professional demeanor and knows how to make the lessons fun and engaging. She finds music that my son would enjoy playing and plays games to make the lesson more interactive. She is the perfect teacher for a child learning to play piano. I highly recommend her!”

-Farrah, Manhattan, NY

“Juliet is wonderful, she teaches singing to my daughter who is in 4th grade. She is very approachable and friendly (which is great for young people like my daughter) and is extremely knowledgeable and skilled as well, it's clear from listening to the lessons that she has a deep understanding of music theory and vocal technique. Juliet is able to keep the lesson moving along and focused but also open to trying new things when they arise. We're very happy that have found Juliet, she's an incredible resource!”

-Eliza, Brooklyn, NY

“Juliet is amazing, I didn't know how to play piano at all and in 5 weeks I have learned so much. The way she explains everything makes it really easy, she's super calm and we get so much done in one class. She's very calm and makes you feel at ease. I'm really happy I found her!”

-Valeria, Brooklyn, NY

“I am beyond lucky to have discovered Juliet's vocal classes. She has changed the way I approach my vocal training and helped me to grow in ways I never could have on my own. Thanks to her careful attention to detail and contagious passion for music I have learned so much about singing in a short time. I hear the results in my tone, pitch, range and can sing without getting hoarse, like in the past. She is welcoming, kind, calming, and truly knows her stuff. Brooklyn is lucky to have such an excellent vocal and piano coach.”

-Lucie, Portland, OR

“I only had a month to do 4 lessons with Juliet before I left, but I took away a lot from my time with her. Juliet is a wonderful teacher, expressive and nurturing, with strong knowledge of vocal techniques and anatomy.
I really love that she starts every class with mindfulness, and the plant and light-filled room she conducts her classes in.
In my short time with her, I've definitely noticed an improvement in my technique, and I'm still working on the exercises through recordings I've made of our sessions. I only wish I had more time with her!”

-Tian, Singapore, China

“I began taking voice lessons from Juliet last year, and have been taking them off and on since. Each lesson is enjoyable and the time flies by. Juliet's teaching style makes me feel calm and nurtured, and I feel that each lesson also teaches me mindfulness.
Juliet cares about keeping the voice healthy and teaches me to sing in a way that does not put unnecessary strain on the voice. I enjoy discussing head voice vs. belt vs. mix with Juliet. Oftentimes, she notices qualities about my voice that I do not, and this helps to steer me into the right direction.
I highly recommend taking lessons from Juliet. Aside from being an accomplished musician, she is patient and kind, and provides a lovely environment in which to learn.”

-YiRan, Brooklyn, NY

“I have had the pleasure of taking voice lessons with Juliet. She is a passionate teacher who has helped me rediscover my joy for music, improve my vocal technique, and gain confidence in performing. During these times of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have continued our sessions via Zoom. They have worked incredibly well. And I love that she offers the option to record the session. Having the ability to review our lessons has become a key part of my practice and a major reason for my improvement.”

-Alex, Brooklyn, NY

I highly recommend Juliet. If you're shy about online lessons, then take it from me that Juliet will make you feel comfortable as you work to achieve your music goals.

"Juliet was an absolutely patient, intuitive and talented piano teacher for my daughter Isabella. She quite literally 'broke the code' and taught Isabella to not only play, but to understand, the piano."

-Keri, Brooklyn, NY

“Juliet, your voice lessons did way more for me than help my voice, and way more than you probably know.  You and your teaching improved my overall self confidence and helped me battle anxiety more easily. Juliet provides a unique, friendly, encouraging atmosphere for anyone who wants to learn to sing or improve their voice. She’s helped me find my true voice as well as gain more confidence, not just in singing, but in daily life as well. Her relaxing, yoga warm ups go hand in hand with singing and brings about quick progress and great relaxation by the end of each lesson.”

-Marty, Shasta City, CA

"Juliet is a fantastic piano teacher. She is so patient, calm and encouraging. She is very good at keeping the lessons fun and interesting for young children, who can sometimes be easily distracted! My 5 year old has been taking lessons with Juliet for less than a year, during which she has played a wide range of songs and she is now beginning to read music. Most importantly, Juliet nurtures a love of music in her students. She is easy to talk to, understanding of children, and very communicative with parents. Thank you Juliet!"

-Charmaine Chin, Manhattan, NY

"Juliet is a fantastic teacher! I think her general manner of just being kind, patient and supportive makes you feel more at ease, which is really important since I think a good portion of singing ability is about your mental state and confidence. Juliet is highly attentive when it comes to her analysis of your vocal strengths and weaknesses, and very knowledgeable about the inner workings of singing and how to alter and improve your sound. I think its very difficult to teach singing, as its very abstract and hard to explain how you can improve your sound, but it definitely really helps to have a teacher like Juliet. She also has an amazingly powerful/beautiful voice, which is reassuring!"

-Owen C. Brooklyn, NY

"Juliet is simply amazing. Not only a deeply attentive, kind, supportive and skillful teacher, she's an overall fantastic human being who'll make you feel completely comfortable the moment you walk in, and work your strengths and weaknesses from a holistic and encouraging approach.
Her space has a welcoming energy and inspires creativity and concentration, the classes go by in a flash."

-Antonio, Brooklyn, NY