Teaching Philosophy

As an interdisciplinary vocal artist grounded in classical vocal study, I integrate the principles of healthy technique with the transformative practices of mindfulness. My teaching draws from both disciplines to create a holistic, embodied approach to vocal expression.

I believe singing is an act of freedom. As a vocal educator, I guide students in cultivating not only sound technique, but also a deeper awareness of breath, body, and presence.

Together we can explore technical skills AND build comfort with your voice just as it is.

  • vocal technique across genres (pop, folk, musical theatre, informed by my classical training).

  • vocal range and color expansion/exploration

  • song selection (finding the right key, etc.).

  • finding your “authentic voice” - what does it mean to sing “authentically” when there are so many colors, songs, options etc. available to us?

  • self-accompanying and arranging songs for piano, guitar, and ukulele

  • singing in harmony together (in duo, trio, ensemble).

  • singing as comfort and release - opening the voice up to provide emotional solace/release (deeply focusing on breath, mindfulness, and body awareness)

  • music theory and aural (ear) training

  • musical/creative direction sessions

  • Reservation for a drop-in 50-Minute Private Voice Lesson with Erin Shea Hogan: Lesson fee of $100 including the cost of the lesson location in the beautiful studios inside Somerville Music Spaces. 

    • Hourly Rate: $100 (includes cost of studio)

      • Working Artist/Student/Low-Income Sliding Scale: $65-85

    • 30-minute lesson slots available at $60 (includes cost of room)

      • Working Artist/Student/Low Income Rate: $45

    Cancellations for Voice Lessons
    A no-exceptions cancellation fee of $30 will be charged for singers who fail to cancel within 24-hours. 

    • I teach privately out of Somerville Music Spaces in Davis Square.

    • I am on Faculty at New England Conservatory of Music’s Expanded Education in the Voice Program, and as a Faculty Chair of the Contemporary Musical Arts Program in EE.

    • I often teach at Club Passim School of Music. Sign up for their email list for more details on when I am teaching.

  • Schedule your private voice lesson at this link to my calendly.

    Lessons must be scheduled/changed within 24 hours. I’m looking forward to exploring music and your voice together.

    If you do not see a time that works for you, please reach out to me via email: erinsheahogan@gmail.com

  • Group Voice with Erin Shea Hogan is designed with the curious singer in mind.

    If you are interested in taking voice lessons, but would like to learn alongside others in a supportive and musically diverse environment, group voice classes are for you!

    In group voice, we will cover the following topics:

    • Technique Theme of the Week

      • warming up the breath, body, mind/spirit

    • Soulful Voice Conversations & Listening to Voices Across Genres

    • Guest Vocalist/Teacher & Artist Talks

    • Opportunities to share your voices in a “studio class” environment / workshop-like environment.

    Dates/Times/Locations - COMING SOON

  • Payment Barrier / Sliding Scale 

    As an educator I am committed to equal access to high quality music education. Should the rates above present a challenge, please message me erinsheahogan@gmail.com to discuss discounted/sliding scale lesson fees.

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