I offer 2 way real time audio collaboration using the latest technology for all my online vocal lessons. No latency filled zoom sessions, it’s as if we are in the same room together! Free technical support with audio engineer included with all lessons.
A veteran voice teacher of 22 years, Ms. Kalina is a member of the voice faculty at AMDA College of the Performing Arts (rated #2 among education institutions with the highest number of graduates on Broadway).
I was very fortunate to have been mentored by Cornelius Reid. He developed his own school of functional vocal training based on Italian methods of the pre-scientific era, combined with insights afforded by modern concepts of physiology, acoustics, and psychology.
Voice teaching is my true passion. It has been my greatest joy to help hundreds of students (musical theater, operatic, pop) grow as singers, musicians and artists. In our work together I will help you achieve your vocal goals whether you are looking to expand your range, address vocal challenges, learn new repertoire or prepare for upcoming auditions and roles. I have taught voice at AMDA College and Conservatory in New York City since 2001. In addition, my students have performed with many national and international musical theater tours and in regional and off-Broadway houses such as Encores! City Center, The Muny, Broadway at Music Circus, Jazz at Lincoln Center, Glimmerglass Festival, Utah Festival, Natchez Opera, Opera Company of Philadelphia, Cincinnati Opera and Opera in the Heights. My students have won or placed in a number of vocal competitions, including the Licia Albanese-Puccini Competition, the Fritz and Lavinia Jensen Competition, the Lois Alba Competition, and the Liederkranz Foundation Competition. Several of my students have appeared in Scott Siegel’s annual production Broadway: The Next Generation formerly known as Broadway Rising Stars. I hold a Bachelor of Music in vocal performance from the University of Illinois and a Master of Music in vocal performance from Washington University in St. Louis.
"Kristine knows exactly how to take care of my voice. She combines complete vocal health awareness with the precision of a strong technique, making me reach limits that I never knew possible. I couldn’t be happier with her lessons!"
Matias Bruno--Luna Park Stadium (Buenos Aires), Opera North, The Argyle Theater and Gateway Playhouse
"Working with Kristine has been life changing for me. As a dancer, she has given me the training required to walk into a room feeling like a triple threat. My vocal ability has grown tremendously due to her expertise."
Beatrice Howell--Jazz at Lincoln Center, Broadway at Music Circus, The Palace Theatre
“I’ve grown so much from working with Kristine. She’s a great teacher who gets down to the fundamentals of singing. While working with Kristine--I’ve learned to approach my tone, breath management, and artistry in a more mindful way. Kristine is kind, supportive and a joy to with with."
Monté Howell--National Tour of Les Misérables, Encores! City Center, The Muny, The Alliance Theater, Opera Theatr
“Kristine has helped me develop my skill as a singer and also to grow as a person. One of her strengths is her ability to “hear”. It’s what makes her special. Though teaching through the lens of vocal development, it could equally be described as cultivating the soul. She has been a lifelong-adult years version-mentor and friend, and for that I am grateful."
Abbey Mendelson--Circle in the Square