I have been teaching voice now for over ten years in the Sarasota area, and have worked with students of all ages and levels of vocal ability.  I teach a fundamentally classical approach to singing, which I believe creates a strong vocal base for performing all styles of music.  Proper alignment of the body helps to promote a free throat and good breath control, and this in turn results in an immediate improvement in range, tone quality and pitch accuracy.  The study of vocal technique guides young talented singers to good vocal habits, and can also restore a good sound to the more mature singer who has experienced a decline in vocal strength.  Common problems such as shortness of breath and a constriction of the higher notes can be alleviated by using basic exercises.  I believe that being a singer myself helps me to be aware of a student's needs, and  I enthusiastically share my knowledge and experience with anyone who wants to learn from it.  I promise that the satisfaction to be gained in singing is worth every minute of study, and that results can show with just a minimal amount of practice time.  Here are some comments I have received from students and colleagues.

"I believe that Robert's extensive background in the professional operatic theater and his understanding of the mechanics and physiology of the voice make him an ideal voice teacher.  In addition, his languages are excellent."

                                                                     -Harold Evans, conductor

"Not only does Robert Lischetti reinforce and augment all the best singing techniques.  He also gives keen insights from a formally trained, very experienced, professional vocalist's perspective."

                                                                     -LaTerry Butler, choir director

"Studying voice with Robert Lischetti is a joy!  His excellent background, preparation and experience form the foundation of a rich and unique learning experience for his students.  Robert provides not only meticulous instruction but also wise leadership, thus enabling students to strive for the attainment of musical competence and artistic understanding.  This he accomplishes, for students of all ages, with an abundance of patience and graceful good humor."

                                                                       -Vaughn J. Frisk, student

"Robert Lischetti is an inspiring singer and, as a teacher, demonstrates a rare and unique ability to show his students how to achieve their full vocal potential, regardless of their singing style, age, or previous experience.  His patience and attention to detail are truly amazing."

                                                                      -Virginia Hale, student

"Robert Lischetti has proven to be the most talented mentor I have ever had the pleasure of working with.  He has brought me further in my vocal development than I ever could have hoped.  In my opinion, any student would be lucky to work with him.  It is due to him that I have an amazing passion for music."

                                                                      -Jefferson Taylor, student

"I am now studying to be an operatic tenor, but it wasn't until I took lessons with Mr. Lischetti that I thought I might be able to do something with my voice.  After just one lesson I began transitioning to a healthier tone.  After a few weeks my breathing was becoming stronger.  After a few months my instrument was finding new methods of resonating clearly throughout large spaces, and after only one year I was beginning to hit notes higher than I thought I would ever reach."

                                                                      - Jesse V. Martin III, student

"Mr Lischetti has helped me to significantly improve the range and tone quality of my voice.  His encouraging words have pushed me to new levels of singing.  I couldn't be happier with the vocal education I get from my weekly lessons."

                                                                       -Hayley Vogt, student