VOCALISE STUDIOS
Cathleen McGowan: Teacher, Soprano
Vocalise Studios provides quality singing instruction in a variety of styles, be it Opera, Musical Theater, Oratorio, Art Song, Cabaret, Sacred, or various Popular forms. Whether you want to sing as a soloist, prepare for performances and auditions, polish your karaoke performances, reinforce your choral work, improve your skills of concentration and memory, or just enjoy learning something new, I can help! Learning to sing can also assist with public speaking and gaining confidence in front of others.
It's known that singing enhances other aspects of life and can extend health.
I am also available for breathing re-education for those having persistent difficulties as a result of COVID-19.
Lessons online via Zoom available for everyone!
I am accepting in person lessons in a ventilated area.
VOICE LESSONS
Everyone can learn to sing
HIRE CATHLEEN TO SING
"Swiss Army Soprano":
Dramatic Coloratura Soprano
VISUAL ART LESSONS
Experienced, certified teacher
Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro
Keystone Opera
Performances of Marcellina on June 29; July 3; July 6, 2025
https://www.simpletix.com/e/the-marriage-of-figaro-tickets-221331
Recent Past Performances
Grand Debut of Keystone Opera Co. at The Miller Music Festival in York, PAJanuary 6th, 2024 11:30 AM A captivating 30-minute interactive workshop of Mozart's timeless masterpiece, The Magic Flute.St. John's the Baptist Episcopal Church on N. Beaver Street in York1:00 PM Concert of Solo Performers
Italian Verismo and compositions of Richard WagnerMarch 24th at 1:00 PM, with Keystone Opera
Mozart's fanciful opera DIE ZAUBERFLÖTE, The Magic Flute, with Keystone Opera and Orchestra July 2024 Königin der Nacht (Queen of the Night)
BRITISH INSPIRATIONS BEHIND MUSIC OF DISTANT LANDS
A Solo Recital of the History and Artistic Works of Britain's influence on Non-British composers
Featuring selections by Donizetti, Bellini, Flotow, Argento, Debussy, and World and US Premiere works by Scott Mohnkern
July 23, 2023 Christ Lutheran Church, York, PA, USA
April 22, 2023 St. Helena's Church, Austerfield, Yorkshire, United Kingdom
YOUTUBE PERFORMANCE ONLINE! "A REALLY RECLUSE RECITAL"
Made in isolation during COVID-19. Video Recording April 2021. A portion was recorded Live on Zoom on Apr. 3, 2021.
Featuring selections from opera, musical theater, and art song by Mozart, Puccini, Bellini, Sondheim, Debussy, G. Walker, and more! Contains original photography, program notes, and subtitles.
LEARN TO SING
The Creative Arts are for Everyone!
All ages welcome! Different singing styles available. Online or in person lessons for your convenience. Everyone can learn to sing to the best of their abilities.
"Music is the voice of all humanity, of whatever time and place. In its presence we are one."--Charlotte Grey
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Questions? Comments? Schedule a Lesson or Performance? We'd love to hear from you.