SARAH ROSSY

teaching

Dawson College

Professor of Music (January 2022 - present)

Courses taught:

  • Intro to Singing
  • Jazz Culture
  • Music History
  • Music Appreciation
  • Private Teaching Studio

    I have been teaching for 12 years, and dearly love connecting with diverse curious minds! All ages, identities, and levels of experience are welcome for online and in-person lessons. If you have ever been curious about the following topics, email me at sarahrossysings@gmail.com!

  • Vocal technique (sensitivity to tone colour, body resonance, finding an authentic sound)
  • Piano (pop, jazz, self-accompaniment, rudiments, technique, applied theory)
  • Improvisation (across disciplines!)
  • Music composition & songwriting (any level welcome here!)
  • Western music theory & ear training
  • Somatic practices & mindfulness
  • Professional artist mentorship, with support in: grant-writing, audio production/release, creative process, band leadership, music industry/marketing, and artistic philosophy!
  • Speech work: accent coaching, speech delivery & vocal hygiene for frequent voice-users, including lawyers, teachers, and interviewees!
  • Chœur Maha

    Chœur Maha explores innovative feminist music with high energy performances and a decidedly non-traditional take on choral music. Over the years, many singers have passed through the portals of Choeur Maha, and moved on to successful careers as artists and teachers. The choir has been a pillar of support for female, non-binary, and trans choral music in Montreal since its launch in 1991 by Kathy Kennedy. Sarah was appointed Artistic Director of Chœur Maha in 2021.

    McGill Conservatory of Music

    Jazz Voice Instructor (September 2017 - September 2022)

    Pop Voice Instructor (September 2017 - September 2022)

    Rock Camp Montreal

    Rock Camp Montreal fosters the promotion of self-esteem, skill-building and critical thinking skills for girls, non binary, trans and gender non-conforming youth through collaborative music composition and performance. Rock Camp supplements the music component with workshops based on feminist and anti-oppression frameworks that provide campers with a space for critical examination and personal empowerment.