Teachers
Grace Hakala
Canadian soprano Grace Hakala holds her B.Mus in Voice Performance (Western University); her Royal Conservatory of Music, ARCT in Voice; and is a recent graduate of the University of Toronto’s Master of Vocal Pedagogy program – studying with pedagogues Lorna MacDonald and Dr. Shannon Coates. As a youth, she appeared in music theatre productions across Ontario, completed Royal Conservatory of Music examinations in voice and piano, and throughout her education, has appeared in operas, oratorios, choirs, and recitals in various styles.
Grace is passionate about shaping voice lessons to fit the goals and interests of her students. She teaches all ages and voice ranges, and believes that multidisciplinary singing – or, singing in a variety of styles – is an essential skill for all contemporary musicians.
She strives to provide the tools and knowledge students need to participate actively in their learning, and to grow into life-long singers. She focuses on vocal health, longevity, independence, and understanding, and is very excited to work with students in classical, music theatre, and pop styles.