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About Elementary Voice Class

  • Schedule: Meets weekly from Sept through mid-to-late May. The studio is closed for major holidays.

  • Location: Offered at one or more of our studio locations in Boyertown, PA.

  • Grades: 2-5 (ages 7-11)

  • Class size: Class size varies - but typically from 4-12 students in this class.

  • This class is part of Collective Harmony, our umbrella term for our vocal ensembles. View current schedule, pricing, and registration details for all of our vocal programs.

  • This class allows students to progress at their own pace — working in groups to develop vocal skills through repertoire, and providing opportunities for solo singing for those who feel ready to take that step.

  • Performance Opportunities: This class performs at least twice a year - at the Snowfall Serenade and the Annual Collective Harmony Spring Concert.

  • Performance Attire: No special ensemble attire for this group - anything that is dressy and appropriate to the event!

What Do We Do In Elementary Voice Class?

  • Develop the skill of connecting the aural pitch to the notation on the staff

  • Sight-read pitches on the staff using Curwen hand signs and Solfege singing technique (do, re, mi)

  • Learn a variety of styles of music as an ensemble singer and as a soloist

  • Grow in confidence through singing short solos during class (only when a student feels ready!)

  • Read rhythm patterns in music and perform them with accuracy

  • Learn when it is appropriate and how to blend one's voice with a group

  • Work with the different registers of the voice: head voice or chest voice

  • Demonstrate healthy and strong breath support to create a healthy, freely-produced tone

  • Learn proper mouth position and how to sing with tall vowels to support the vocal tone quality

  • Build a sense of teamwork with peers by working together & supporting each other

  • Sing with joy and have fun with musical expression!

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  • Students play percussion instruments in Elementary Voice Class at the Music Studio of Patricia Keith

    Singing has always been a passion for my daughter, and thanks to Ms. Trish, that passion has truly blossomed. Her guidance has nurtured not only my daughter’s vocal talent but also her confidence and love of performing. Ms. Trish creates a fun, welcoming environment where students feel supported and inspired—and we’re so grateful for the joy she brings to every lesson.

    —K.K., Google Review

  • Students raise both their hands high in the air during class at the Music Studio of Patricia Keith

    My daughter has been taking piano and singing lessons with Patricia Keith for years, and we love it at the studio! Ms. Trish and her team are not only super talented but also friendly and welcoming. My daughter loves her classes and always comes home with a smile excited for next class, and she’s learned so much! It was always important to me that she learns to read music and Ms. Trish is awesome at helping her learn at her pace. Plus, she can’t get enough of the summer camps!

    —M.B. (Google Review)

  • Elementary school aged students singing into a mic at a performance for the Music Studio of Patricia Keith in Boyertown PA

    Patricia Keith is talented with music and song. This educational studio you can learn to play string, piano, or sing. She believes that all children can learn to sing. Through out the year the performances that I witness are breathtaking and never do I have a dry eye. The children to the young adults all have voices of angels. Thank you Ms. Trish!

    —T.B. (Google Review)