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The study of voice at CSM includes all styles such as opera, musicals, jazz, pop, blues and gospel. Techniques of breathing, matching pitches, production of sound, musicianship, and presentation are all components of vocal lessons. Music is selected according to the abilities and talents of each student. For those who wish to audition for theater, chorus, or other events, preparation for the audition can be a focus of the lessons. 
 

Instructors

Jon Cheney

Jon Cheney is a private music instructor, composer and performer from Fayetteville, North Carolina. After completing a BA from Campbell University with a double major in music composition and acting, Jon spent the years from 2013-2018 teaching private lessons in piano, guitar, voice, drum set, and mandolin in various studios, including here at the Cary School of Music! In addition to his teaching schedule, Jon has served as guitarist, singer, and composer/arranger for East Coast Entertainment artist Bantum Rooster since 2011. As a composer, Jon has premiered works for choir, solo piano, solo guitar, and string quartet. As of 2020, Jon has completed a Master’s Degree in theory and composition and is excited about expanding his performing opportunities and returning to Cary to bring musical knowledge to students of all ages!

Philip van Lidth de Jeude

Philip van Lidth de Jeude has been teaching voice and piano at CSM since July 2013 and has participated in several faculty concerts. An alumnus of the prestigious Curtis Institute of Music, Manhattan School of Music, and the Ryan Opera Center in Chicago, he sang several supporting roles with its parent company, Lyric Opera of Chicago. Winning a Bronze Medal in the 1981 International Competition for Musical Performance in Geneva, Switzerland, he began a free-lance career, singing supporting and leading baritone roles in several theaters in the U.S. In August 1982, Wolf Trap Opera featured him as Ben Hubbard in a revival of Marc Blitzstein’s Regina (based on Lillian Hellman’s The Little Foxes). Michigan opera Theater featured him as Miecznik in the U.S. premiere of Moniuszko’s The Haunted Castle later that year. Beginning the transition to tenor in 1983, he was included in the Dictionary of International Biography, Volume XIX, in 1984 and in the International Who’s Who in Music, Tenth Edition, in 1985.

He resumed singing as a tenor in 1986 in various concerts in the U.S. before going to Zurich, where he made his European tenor debut as Malcolm in Macbeth with the Zurich Opera. In his first permanent engagement in Würzburg, he sang the title role in the German Premiere of Lorenzo Ferrero’s Salvatore Giuliano. He has sung extensively throughout the German-speaking areas of Europe and in the Netherlands, performing with the Deutsche Oper Berlin, Deutsche Oper am Rhein in Dusseldorf, Cologne Opera, Bavarian State Theater at Gärtnerplatz, and Nuremberg, among many others. Roles he has sung include Otello, Canio (I Pagliacci), Cavaradossi (Tosca), Radames (Aida) and Don Jose (Carmen). During the summer of 1995 he sang the role of Samson (Samson et Dalila) at the Spanga Opera Festival in the Netherlands to critical acclaim, and he has won special praise as Florestan, Peter Grimes, and the Male Chorus in The Rape of Lucretia.
 
In addition to portraying Harry McAfee in Bye Bye Birdie, Pierre/The Red Shadow in Desert Song and Tevye in Fiddler on the Roof (in both English and German translation), among other musicals, Mr. van Lidth also made a foray into the world of film acting. He played the Generalissimo in Abel, the Flying Lift Boy by BOS Bros. Film-TV Productions, based on the children’s book by Annie M. G. Schmidt, one of the most successful Dutch films of the past decades, having been shown by both WDR and Kinderkanal in Germany.
 
Continuing to appear in concert and recital, he has collaborated with pianist Deborah Lee Hollis in lecturing on and performing Schubert’s Winterreise at Duke University with a period fortepiano. Speaking five languages and singing in three others besides, his other interests include composing, arranging music, playwriting, film and theater, and he specializes in ear training and basic keyboard harmony as well as music theory.

Brittany Kefauver Jones

Brittany Kefauver Jones has been teaching both vocal and piano lessons here at Cary School of Music since 2011. In 2017, she began CSM Voices, a show choir class, at the school. Outside of teaching here, she is the music director at Providence Presbyterian Church in McGee’s Crossroads. She has been serving as their music director since 2007. Ms. Jones graduated Magna Cum Laude in 2007 from Campbell University with a BA in both music composition and comprehensive music with a focus in vocal performance. She is very passionate about children and music, and she thinks that music lessons are important for nurturing creativity, confidence, and self discipline, as well as musicianship. 

Vitor Roveri

Vitor Roveri has joined the faculty of Cary School of Music as a voice and piano teacher. He is currently a member of the Choral Society of Durham and is serving as choral director of church music in the Raleigh area. Vitor is a graduate of Campinas State University in Brazil (UNICAMP) where he received the Bachelor of Music degree in classical voice (bass). His opera experience at UNICAMP included “La Traviata” (choir), “Gianni Schicchi” (Pinellino), and Die Fledermaus (Frosch). He sang Charpentier’s “Te Deum” and the world premiere of the works “Prece de Abigail”, the opera “Estevao” by Tadeu Taffarello and “ Le Vide” by Danilo Rossetti. Vitor was a member of the Contemporary Choir of Campinas which specialized in performing sacred and secular a cappella music of the twentieth century and which was awarded 2nd place in the “San Juan Canta” Choir Contest in Argentina in the Universal and Classical Music category. In 2019, the group recorded an album with choral pieces from Carlos Alberto Pinto Fonseca, including the
“Afro-Brazilian Mass”.
 
Vitor’s extensive experience as a singer in numerous and diverse choral groups includes popular Brazilian music (samba, bossa nova), pop, rock, and African music. He has performed most of the symphonic repertoire including Beethoven’s “9th Symphony”, Orff’s “Carmina Burana”, Saint-Saens’ “Oratorio de Noel”, Mozart’s “Coronation Mass”, “Requiem”, and “ Mass in C Minor”, Bach’s “Magnificat in D Major” and ”Cantata BWV 4”, excerpts from Handel’s “Messiah”, Haydn’s “The Creation” and “Nelson Mass”, Brahms’ “A German Requiem”, Bruckner’s ”Te Deum”, and Faure’s “Requiem”.

Mary Traywick

Mary Traywick is an alumnus of Cary School of Music with over fifteen years of experience in singing and vocal training, with an emphasis on pop and musical theater styles. She also has a deep interest in Scottish Gaelic, the ancestral language of the Scottish Highlands, and the traditional music of the culture. In her other life, she teaches a song class in Gaelic, and has also won several mòds, competitions in Gaelic singing.  
 
Mary is happy to work with students of all ages and levels. She firmly believes in helping students chart their own path and helping them discover what they want to do with their voice, while promoting healthy vocal technique and having fun!

Tanya Volkov

Tanya Volkov
Piano and Voice
Tanya Volkov graduated with a B.A. degree in music from the Music College of Novorossiysk. She also obtained a B.M. degree from the Krasnoyarsk Institute of Arts with a focus in choir and pedagogy. While pursuing her degrees, she participated in multiple choirs as a soloist and choirmaster assistant. In 1995, she was a part of the Krasnoyarsk City Choir which participated in the Tampere Choir Festival in Finland, winning first place in the competition.
 
Tanya’s experience includes teaching piano, vocals, music history, and music theory to students of all ages and skill levels. In 1997 she moved to the United States and started a new career in California. Since then, she has been working for various music companies and became self employed as a private piano and voice teacher. In 2021, Tanya moved from  California to North Carolina continuing her career in the beautiful state of North Carolina.

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Voice Lessons That Build Confidence and Technique

Voice lessons at Cary School of Music help students develop strong vocal technique, confidence, and performance skills across a wide range of styles including pop, jazz, musical theater, and classical.
 

Overview of Voice

For anyone searching for voice lessons in Cary NC, Cary School of Music offers a well-rounded program designed to develop both technical ability and personal expression. Singing is one of the most natural forms of music, yet it requires proper training to truly unlock a student’s full potential. These lessons focus on helping students understand their voice, control it effectively, and perform with confidence across a variety of musical styles. Students have the opportunity to explore genres such as opera, musical theater, jazz, pop, blues, and gospel. This variety allows each singer to discover what they enjoy most while also developing versatility. Some students come in with a specific goal, like preparing for a school musical or audition, while others simply want to improve their vocal ability. No matter the starting point, lessons are tailored to meet individual goals and musical interests. Each session focuses on the essential building blocks of vocal training. Students learn proper breathing techniques, pitch matching, tone production, and overall musicianship. These fundamentals are critical for creating a strong, healthy voice and preventing strain or bad habits. In addition, students work on presentation and performance skills, helping them feel more comfortable and confident when singing in front of others. Music selection is always personalized. Songs are chosen based on the student’s vocal range, skill level, and style preferences, ensuring that each lesson feels both achievable and engaging. This approach keeps students motivated while allowing them to steadily progress. For those looking for singing lessons in Cary NC that go beyond basic instruction, this level of customization makes a noticeable difference. For students interested in performing, audition preparation can be a major focus. Whether it is for theater, chorus, or other events, instructors provide guidance on song selection, technique, and stage presence. This targeted preparation helps students walk into auditions feeling prepared and confident, giving them a strong advantage.

A Company You Can Trust

Cary School of Music has been a trusted part of the Cary community since 1993, offering high-quality music education in a supportive and professional environment. Families continue to choose this school because of its consistent results and commitment to helping students succeed. The facility is designed to support focused vocal training. With private lesson rooms and a dedicated recital space, students have the opportunity to practice and perform in an environment that encourages growth. It is a space where students can feel comfortable experimenting with their voice while receiving expert guidance. The instructors are a major reason the program stands out. Each vocal coach brings experience in both teaching and performance, allowing them to provide practical, real-world insight. They understand how to work with different voice types and skill levels, ensuring that each student progresses safely and effectively. Scheduling flexibility also makes it easy to get started. Lessons are available throughout the week, and new students can enroll at any time. This makes it convenient for families looking to begin vocal training in Cary NC without waiting for a new session to open.

Why Clients Choose Cary School of Music

Students and families looking for a vocal coach in Cary NC often choose Cary School of Music because of its personalized approach. Every lesson is tailored to the individual, allowing students to progress at their own pace while focusing on their unique strengths and goals. Another reason is the wide range of musical styles offered. Students are not limited to one genre. They have the freedom to explore different types of music, which keeps lessons engaging and helps them develop a more versatile voice. This is especially valuable for students interested in theater, auditions, or performance opportunities. Confidence-building is also a key benefit. Through structured lessons and performance opportunities, students gradually become more comfortable singing in front of others. This confidence often carries over into other areas of life, making voice lessons a powerful experience beyond just music. Finally, the school’s long-standing reputation speaks for itself. With decades of experience serving Cary and surrounding areas, Cary School of Music continues to be a top choice for singing lessons in Cary NC. Students not only improve their vocal ability but also gain a deeper appreciation for music and performance that stays with them for years to come.

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