Angela Santucci has been teaching private voice lessons in Raleigh since 2001 and founded Santucci Music Studios in 2014. Prior to opening her studio, she taught theatre and private voice at Ravenscroft School in Raleigh, where her students went on to be accepted into some of the nation’s leading music and theatre programs, including Elon University, the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, the University of Michigan School of Music, and DePauw University.
Her students have also competed in the Triangle Rising Stars Competition in Durham, the National High School Musical Theatre Awards, and the Miss North Carolina and Miss America pageants. In recognition of her teaching, she received Ravenscroft School’s highest teaching honor, the Qubain Excellence in Teaching Award, in 2010.
Angela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Music from Northern Arizona University, where she studied with Paul Kiesgen, and a Master’s Degree in Liberal Arts and Global Studies from the University of North Carolina Greensboro, which she completed in 2010. She has taught at Central Texas College, the Cary School of Music, and in Spoleto, Italy, as part of the Spoleto Study Abroad program.
As a professional singer, Angela regularly performs with North Carolina Opera, the North Carolina Master Chorale, the North Carolina Symphony, and City Ballet. She is also an actor and member of Burning Coal Theatre Company and has performed with The Delta Boys and The Distillery. She has previously served on the boards of Burning Coal Theatre Company and the North Carolina Master Chorale.
Angela is a member of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) and currently serves as Treasurer of the North Carolina chapter. With more than 25 years of teaching experience, she brings extensive expertise in classical voice, musical theatre, performance, and music education to her work with students of all ages and levels.
I think the most important step in establishing a life in singing is finding the right teacher early. Angela Santucci not only helped me establish a technique, but she opened the door to many vocal options that I didn't even know I would need. She also instilled a respect for music that prepared me for my college voice programs and ultimately the performance practice of my professional career. Angela understands singing at all levels, from creating a solid foundation to pursuing professional goals- and she inspires you in a way that builds your confidence and makes you love singing.
Ben Robinson / Professional Opera Singer
Offerings
Piano
Piano is a versatile instrument that can lead to the study of many other instruments and to singing, and Ms. Santucci works specifically with young piano players to develop good technique, strong practice habits and thorough musicianship.
Voice Lessons
Ms. Santucci applies classical technique to everything from musical theatre to opera to pop, thereby ensuring healthy vocal techniques that will carry a student through hours of rehearsals, competitions and performances for any type of singing.
Audition Monologue Coaching
Singers are often expected to have monologues prepared for auditions to display their acting skills. Ms.Santucci has extensive experience coaching students in monologues, particularly Shakespeare, using acting techniques she developed teaching theatre for twelve years.
Music Theory
Many voice students head to college without a music theory background, and Ms. Santucci can provide basic music theory study so that students feel more confident entering their college music program. Studies include theory, sight-singing and dictation.
Recitals/Competitions
All students will be encouraged to perform in local adjudicated competitions, master classes and festivals. At the end of each school year, Santucci Music Studios will hold piano and voice recitals, and pending on interest, a monologue recital.
I cannot say enough about how much Ms. Santucci did for me in preparation for my college auditions. In addition to helping pick excellent repertoire, she was willing to work as much as need be to ensure I was fully prepared - that includes lessons every day my last week before auditions! She was a delight to work with in each and every rehearsal. Ms. Santucci fostered my love for singing while giving me the tools to succeed in college and beyond.
Chase Bernhardt / 2013 graduate, University of Michigan School of Music
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I began working with Angela Santucci as a shy young singer who lacked confidence and technique. Over four years she helped me grow into a self-assured performer and young woman. Angela taught me fundamental techniques that I still employ to this day, and opened my eyes to the entrancing world of music. Though we studied many genres, our last year together was focused on my college audition. The process is both daunting and exhilarating! While it was an anxious experience, Angela ably walked me through it (and, of course, got me in!). From choosing the perfect repertoire to perfecting the languages, she lovingly prepared me for the biggest audition of my life. Now a voice teacher and musical director myself, I frequently use Angela as a guide and role model. Always full of energy and passion, our lessons were a joy! She coached me on diction, breathing, artistry, and much more. Perhaps most importantly, she taught me that I control the voice, not the other way around. When I left for college, I knew I was ready for the challenge ahead, though the road was bittersweet. I was leaving behind a true friend and mentor.
Caroline Murphy Turco, / 2010 DePauw University School of Music Graduate
Policy & Registration
Voice & Piano
-30 or 60 minute lessons
-Digital practice files
-Opportunities for performance Register
Summer Lessons
-30 or 60 minute sessions
-Digital practice files
-Opportunities for performance Register
Monologue & Music Theory
-30 or 60 minute sessions
-Emphasis on Shakespeare
-Opportunities for performance Register
I started my classical vocal training coming from years of pop and musical theatre singing, and through Angela's techniques, I was able to discover how much my voice was actually able to do. The tools that she has given me have enabled me to sing healthfully and with strength, no matter the style, and her classical method has solidified my technique. I firmly believe that the full breadth of my vocal versatility started from my training with Angela Santucci.
Caroline Jordan / 2013 graduate, Point Park University Conservatory of Performing Arts
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+1 919 522 1126
angela@santuccimusicstudios
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