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2018 Highlights: Recipient of the “Inspiring Mentors” Award. Best-Selling Contributing Author, “I AM a Brilliant Woman Vol. III”.

Tag Line: “Changing Lives....One Voice at a Time.”

Quotable Quotes: “Be the Voice you wish to hear in the world. Be the Voice that needs to be heard. Be the Voice...........”

Thirty years as a registered (B.Sc. O.T. McGill) occupational therapist (in a number of medical/ rehab/ creative arts therapies/ special needs/ mental health and long-term care areas) as well as thirty plus (plus) years in the performing arts industry (vocalist/ performer/ bandleader/ consultant/ adjudicator and lead singer of the former legendary band “Dynaflow”) allows me to offer a multi-layered, multi-dimensional, functional, fun and contemporary approach to vocal performance training. You or your child receives solid, supportive, caring, mature coaching and mentorship. You get more than just your one hour per week for you or your child. You are offered experiential opportunities (individual and group-oriented) to complement weekly training sessions while developing new skill sets and nurturing individual interests and aptitudes, confidence and esteem-building while trying out new things, new styles and genres and new experiences. Collaboration is highly encouraged. You get continued communication with me throughout the week as you wish, as to how you and your child is doing or inquiring as to what is coming up. As well as having a degree in Occupational Therapy from McGill University, I have worked with many bands, ensembles, orchestras and been on stage in musical theatre, so I know what it takes to do this. I also know what the contemporary youth of today want to do, what they love to sing along with and how they need to feel affirmed and encouraged. I will work on pop, jazz, country, rock, alternative, musical theatre, theory, etc. (also beginner’s piano), but no conservatory repertoire, which also means no exams. Each student is unique. I have worked with many students who have been involved in dance and other related performing or visual arts programs and understand the requirements of all of those. Enhancing musicality, singing abilities and vocal performance skills makes your child a better “total” performer. And we all know “singing” can be fun and a happy, gratifying activity. Conveniently located in Braeside S.W. in a bright, welcoming and spacious, private home studio. Ask for the “What You Get” and “Testimonials” handouts. Also find me on Facebook (Flo Shustack), Linked In, You Tube and www.florencesinger.com I look forward to hearing from you!  Flo NEW WEBSITE www.vocal-arts-studio.com What you get for your money with Flo Shustack at the Studio: Premium quality teaching and coaching with an individual who has thirty-plus years of academic experience. (Bachelor of Occupational Therapy from McGill University with thirty years as an active O.T. in medical and mental health, rehab, long term care and with young adults). A supportive mentor who has five years of Western Board Conservatory and experience in NATS, Kiwanis Music Festivals and other such events with symposium and master-class experience in a variety of styles and methodologies as well as Contemporary Speech Level Singing. A mentor who seeks and has quality mentorship for herself to ensure the highest standard of education and supportive professional resources. Someone with thirty-five years experience in community theatre and fronting numerous notable party-show bands (Fun Company/ Dynaflow/Festival), orchestras (Eric Friedenberg/Klaas Craats/Hippocratic Oath) and jazz/show/world music ensembles (Take The Oy Train/Satin Dolls/Sheer Musika/The Eves/ Bobby Van Duo). A functional, contemporary training approach that integrates the best of everything you need to know in terms of techniques, breathing, control, patterning, etc. Not just one hour weekly of direct coaching but opportunities to participate in experiential opportunities, whether individually or in groups. One on one customized and personalized attention, in a bright, spacious, warm, welcoming and private home studio environment with all your amenities and resources available. Group events occur regularly in order to put into practice what one is learning along the way with guided supervision. Something for everyone!! Theory, beginner’s piano, speech and monologue practice, tempo, rhythm and movement, enhanced observation, performance and aural skills in addition to vocal techniques. Technical knowledge, use of the microphone, P.A. console and other pieces of equipment. Integrated organizational, problem-solving, language arts and math skills; all a part of music. Music appreciation, video analysis, discussion about performances as seen on videos and You Tube. Understanding of the content, meaning, emotional expression and interpretation of songs. Expertise, years of wisdom and experience, a collaborative creative space and solid caring advice; the resources and the connections to enable you and to help further your career aspirations. Year-round availability. Weekly from September to the end of June and if you wish over the summer. Encouraged parental involvement with continuous, ongoing communication. Exceptional customer service. Going above and beyond and the extra mile. Strategic Alliances: • Dylan Haveron, musician, studio recording engineer of 77 Sound (formerly Seventh Street Sound). • Carolyn Harley, acclaimed singer-songwriter (eg. Ballad of the Famous Five). • Steve Rokosh, of When Sparks Fly Productions for artist development and branding, advanced and collaborative songwriting and production. • Tamara Beatty, Vocal Consultant (of The Voice NBC, Project WILD etc.) • No Strings Quartet, award-winning female a capella quartet. • Jennifer Auld-Roach, harmony specialist. • J.P. Thibodeau and Storybook Theatre. • Waves Coffeehouse Shelbourne for five and a half years of support in hosting monthly studio student recital/showcases. Affiliations: • Calgary Alliance of Community Theatres (ACTS). • Daniel Libman’s Calgary Actor’s Studio. • Rainbow Society of Southern Alberta. Organizations: • Breast Cancer Supportive Care Foundation, eWomenNetwork, Calgary Jewish Community Centre, Jewish Family Services of Calgary, Calgary Business Connections Association, Connected Business Women Network, Make Your Mark Mastery Group, Calgary Musicians Association. Areas of Expertise: 1. Older elementary school students who require confidence and esteem building, exposure to the broader world of music and a variety of genres, assistance with problem-solving and speech-related skills, vocal technique and music-reading skills and those at this stage who have unique learning styles and benefit greatly for individualized mentorship and group support. No exams, no pressure, no conservatory syllabus. Singing to uncover and explore what youth wish and love most to sing. Singing for fun and discovery! Singing to determine specific directions, school requirements, audition requirements and thus pre-preparation and opportunities to perform in a supportive environment! 2. Junior and Senior High School. Advanced skill-sets, developing innate musical expressiveness, interests and originality. Again, no classical nor opera, no exams, just learning and practical application. All other styles will be covered. Singer-songwriters, musical theatre grooming, band members, engagement in the more technical aspects of setting up before a gig and collaboration with others. Why do I particularly encourage September to June registration for these two age groups? (Although of course students may start later in the season if that is your wish and more realistically doable.) Why? Because workshops are scheduled throughout the year in stages and formatted on building blocks. Starting later in the semester may mean missing certain important workshops that will not be scheduled again because of timeliness and availability of the specialist presenters. “Life skills training” is a huge component in terms of preparation for audition and showcase situations with other venues, where students must be “coachable: cooperative and collaborative. 3. University and Young Adults. Perhaps already writing original tunes and proficient in playing a number of instruments and comfortable in doing open mics and jams. Or not. Perhaps you wish to form a band, discover your branding, be connected with an artist development producer or some other professional in the music industry. Pop, rock, indie, folk, alternative, country…) 4. Adults. Beginners to Advanced. Any stage. Boomers, Zoomers, Late Bloomers? A dream re-imagined? A passion re-ignited? Perhaps you are in your middle to retiring years and have put a number of things on the back-burner while you were working or parenting thus leading you to become a “Shadow Artist (Julia Cameron)”. Well, being 63 years of age, I know this only too well in addition to the number of life experiences, transitions and transformations I personally have had to go through over my many years, careers and avocations. Please allow me to assist you. From individual mentoring to “For Adults Only” field trips and specialty workshops (songwriting, harmony, introduction to professional musicians, outings to a recording studio, etc.). Preparation for karaoke, open mics, community musical theatre, family and social events? Together we will uncover and discover your unique voice and your special talents.