Business Details
21 Years
experience
Expert Piano & Voice Lessons in Kansas City
Heart & Soul Music Studio has been dedicated to nurturing musical talent since 2005. Founded by Barbara Githens, our studio combines decades of professional experience with a passion for personalized instruction. We specialize in piano and voice lessons tailored to students' unique needs, integrating theory, technique, and repertoire. Our holistic approach emphasizes musical expression while fostering a lifelong love for the arts. Affiliated with prestigious organizations like the Music Teachers National Association, we provide access to exclusive educational opportunities. With over 20 years of personal musical study and performance experience, Barbara brings unparalleled expertise to every lesson.Our curriculum balances structured learning with creative exploration, ensuring students develop both technical proficiency and artistic confidence. From beginners to advanced learners, we create engaging environments where music becomes a joyful, transformative experience. The studio's annual practice programs and seasonal workshops maintain student motivation throughout the year. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in consistent student progress and successful participation in local and national music events.
Services
Piano Lessons
Voice Lessons
Online Instruction
Summer Workshops
Audition Preparation
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 18+ years of personalized music instruction since 2005
- Our curriculum balances technical mastery with creative expression
- Affiliated with Music Teachers National Association for professional development
- Flexible learning options including online lessons and summer workshops
- Proven success preparing students for musical theater auditions
What people say
Wonderful teacher
Improved so much
Creative ways to help
Patient and encouraging
Made lesson time fun
Services
Private Piano Lessons
45-minute personalized piano lessons for ages 6+. Curriculum includes Piano Pronto series, theory fundamentals, and technique development. Students access a diverse music library spanning classical, jazz, and contemporary genres. Lessons emphasize both technical proficiency and musical expression.
Private Voice Lessons
45-minute voice lessons focusing on vocal technique, music theory, and performance skills. Designed for children aged 6+ with adaptable pacing. Includes sight singing practice and genre-specific training across classical, contemporary, and musical theater repertoires.
Online Lessons
30-minute virtual music lessons for non-local students. Includes bonus sessions during group lesson weeks. Provides access to practice packets during winter camps. Maintains personalized instruction through digital platforms while preserving core curriculum elements.
Summer Workshops
Six-week themed programs for ages 7-10. Combines vocal training, articulation practice, and technique development with interactive games. Includes specialized audition preparation workshops for ages 9+ covering workbook creation and mock auditions for theater productions.
Audition Preparation
Three-day intensive workshop for musical theater auditions. Teaches audition workbook creation, song selection, and acting techniques. Includes mock auditions and culminates in a family performance. Designed for students aged 9+ seeking school or community theater roles.
People
Barbara Githens
Music Instructor
Certified music educator with 18+ years teaching experience. Active member of MTNA and state music associations. Specializes in piano and voice instruction for children and adults. Former church musician and choir director with extensive performance background.
Questions
What age groups do you teach?
We accept students aged 6 and up for piano and voice lessons, with specialized summer workshops for ages 7-10.
Do you offer online lessons?
Yes, 30-minute online lessons are available for non-local students with bonus sessions during scheduled group lesson weeks.
What lesson durations are available?
Standard lessons are 45 minutes, with online sessions at 30 minutes. Summer workshops run 1-3 hours daily based on program.
How long has the studio been operating?
Heart and Soul Music Studio has provided personalized instruction since 2005 under Barbara Githens' direction.
What music genres do you cover?
Our curriculum includes classical, contemporary, jazz, and popular music selections across piano and voice training programs.
