foundations of song & vocal artistry

Small Group Voice Lessons for Tween Singers

Level: 4th–6th grade (typically ages 9–11, depending on vocal ability) 

Sarah Hawkey Soprano Voice Teacher Laughing in a singing lesson in her voice studio in Fairfield County, CT

girls’ empowerment through learning to sing.

Start building strong technique and confidence at an early age, so you can share your talent and achieve your dreams for your singing as you grow into your tween & teen years.

You’ll learn about your voice, age-appropriate breath and vocal technique, and how to grow your skillset as a performer.

You’ll play games that help you feel safe to take brave steps to sing in front of the other singers, and you’ll even learn how to uplift the other singers in our group and they’ll do that for you, too!

After a few years of teaching voice, I started to hear this word over and over:

CONFIDENCE

Singers wanted to learn how to be confident in their singing.

That’s exactly what I began hearing reflected back in the feedback I received.

“My daughter’s confidence in herself and in her ability, skills, and talent has blossomed.”
-Jen

“Sarah brought out my daughter’s talent & confidence in a way I never knew was possible.”
-Jessica

In Foundations of Song and Vocal Artistry, we create a safe space for singers to be themselves.

This is a totally non-scary, no-pressure place for young singers to SHINE!

You won’t ever be put on the spot or called out.

details:

You’ll Receive:

Weekly in-studio small group voice lessons (1 hr 30 min) at 64 Norfield Road

Individual Spotlight Sessions: Private Video Instruction (up to 3 during the series, optional)

Customized vocal warm-up sequences as needed to strengthen each singer’s technique

Details:

  • Dates: January 7th-March 11, 2026
  • Lessons are on Jan 7, 14, & 21, Feb 4, 11, 18, & 25, March 4 & 11
  • Wednesdays, 5:30-7:00 pm
  • Limited to 6 singers

Tuition:

Full payment of $895 or 3 payments of $299

Foundations of Song and Vocal Artistry Winter Term is now full. Please sign up for the waitlist for the Spring Term (March 23 – June 7) to get email updates when enrollment opens.

hear from other singers:

These singers are doing it, and you can too!

You might be nervous to sing in front of a small group (so were they!) or feel unsure of your voice but love to sing (that’s why you’re here!).  No matter what, we’re here to encourage and celebrate you!

Our community of singers is a safe space to thrive and be yourself.  The other singers are supportive, welcoming, inspiring, emotionally intelligent, and have tons of affirming energy to share about your singing, which will help you grow in confidence and ability SO much faster than you ever could alone.

You can harness your gift and learn to grow as singer.  Your goals aren’t too small or to big, they’re all within reach.

  what our clients & students say about Sarah…

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“Sarah brought out my daughter’s talent & confidence in a way I never knew was possible.” -Jessica

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“A year ago, I couldn’t audition in front of only ten people. Now I’m performing in front of my whole school!” -Ryan

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“Everything changed when we finally found Sarah. Within just a few months, the transformation in my son was astonishing.” -Soha

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“Over the last three years of study with Sarah, my daughter’s confidence in herself and in her ability, skills, and talent has blossomed.” -Jen

Sarah Hawkey teaching a voice lesson in her voice studio in Fairfield County, Connecticut

frequently asked questions

What happens if my singer has to miss a lesson? Do you offer makeups?

We use Spotlight Sessions: Private Video Instruction in place of traditional makeups. Each singer receives up to 3 Spotlight Sessions during the series.

Spotlight Sessions: Private Video Instruction are short, focused, personalized video lessons your singer can submit between our in-studio lessons. I created Spotlight Sessions to address missed lessons, times when a singer needs extra support, and moments when targeted feedback is especially helpful.

Your singer records a brief video—either singing something we’ve been working on or completing a specific assignment I’ve given—and uploads it. I then send a detailed, individualized teaching video in response.

Because I can pause, review, and analyze every phrase, these sessions often go deeper than what’s possible in real time. They help singers stay on track, build confidence, and feel supported even during busy or unpredictable weeks.

I review and respond to Spotlight Sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays each week.

Can parents sit in or observe the first lesson?

No—lessons are a singer-only environment so the singers feel completely safe, relaxed, and free to explore their voices.

However, if your singer is nervous, they are absolutely welcome to watch and warm up with us without singing. I will never make a singer sing before they feel ready.

Does my child have to sing in the first lesson? What if they’re scared?

No one is ever required to sing in front of others before they feel comfortable.

Singers can join us for all warmups, movement activities, games, and group exercises. These build trust, connection, and confidence.

If your singer is nervous or feels afraid to sing in front of the other singers, all they need to do is let me know. There is never a wrong time to share that with me.

They will still learn so much about their voice simply by showing up and participating, even without singing a solo.

All I ask is that you just show up, and I can take it from there.

Is there a payment plan?

Yes! We’re happy to set that up. Just reach out, and our studio manager, Micka, will help you with the details.

What if we can only attend every other week?

This has happened before, and we’re happy to welcome your singer in.

When it’s not just an occasional absence but an every-other-week pattern, we simply make arrangements in-house so your singer still feels supported and included. Just reach out and let us know what schedule you’re navigating.

What are Spotlight Sessions?

Spotlight Sessions: Private Video Instruction are short, private video lessons that your singer can submit between in-person lessons. They were created to support singers during busy weeks, missed sessions, or moments when a singer would benefit from deeper, more focused guidance.

Your singer records a short video—either singing something we’re currently working on or responding to a specific assignment I’ve given—and uploads it. I then send back a personalized teaching video with detailed instruction.

Because I can pause, review, and analyze closely, these sessions provide exceptionally focused guidance. It’s the same one-on-one teaching experience—just delivered in a flexible way that keeps growth steady, especially during audition prep or when a singer wants extra support.

I review and respond to Spotlight Sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays each week.