Q: Do professional singers take voice lessons?
A: Some professional singers have extensive vocal training in their backgrounds. Current available information states that Ed Sheeran is believed to be a self-taught singer. Freddie Mercury took several years of piano lessons, but by all accounts was a self-taught vocalist. It is not known if Christina Aguilera took singing lessons, but she started singing at a very young age. Billie Eilish began singing in choir when she was 8, and she took instrumental music lessons.
Q: How much are voice lessons?
A: On average, vocal coaches charge in 15-minute, 30-minute, and 60-minute increments, with costs that range between $10 to $300 or more per session. Many music schools offer scholarships that provide a certain number of lessons at no charge or discounted rates, and students may also be able to sign up for vocal lessons through community colleges.
Q: How many singing lessons do I need?
A: The amount of singing lessons you need depends on what you specifically wish to achieve. For example, if you are auditioning for a musical and you're required to perform a full song, you may wish to take a few lessons prior to the audition to ensure you have the song down. If you're interested in strengthening your voice and improving your range, you may consider signing up for weekly ongoing lessons.
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