Pacifica Music Academy

HistoryDirector Lauran Gangl started as performer in musical theater in London,, Paris and NYC- Broadway. She has a BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) degree. Soloist for Paris De L'Opera and Dramatiques company. Started singing back-up in studio and on tour for Rod Stewart, Rick Springfield, and Lou Reed to name a few. Then went on to get signed by DGC (David Geffen) recording label and released 3 albums where she wrote or co-wrote and sang and performed on guitar, drums, piano and lead vocals with The GangBangs UK aka Girl In The Gang Top 100 band. She worked with producers- Todd Rundgren, Danny Elfman, and Dweezil Zappa. Lauran went on to coach students in vocals and instruments to be finalists in America's Got Talent and American Idol and X Factor. 2013 coached the 2nd runner up on The Voice. Tutors- Lauran has her BFA in music with a double major in English and French Literature, but also has won Political Science/Debate and Math contests at high school and college level.SpecialtiesTutor in all subjects K-12 and adults, special needs experts Music, Dance and Voice Instruction Classic and Contemporary piano, organ, guitar-electric/acoustic, drums/percussion. Recording engineering and production

HistoryJean's combined years of classical training, performances in pop, Broadway and jazz venues and musical research have resulted in a teaching method that addresses all vocal styles and levels. Jean's Inner Awareness Method activates the physical, psychological and emotional characteristics of each singer to create the highest level of performance while preserving his/her personal sound. Jean's students have been seen on The X Factor, America's Got Talent, American Idol, The Disney Channel, Hour of Power, and Nickelodeon.SpecialtiesBecome a confident and genuine singer through developing your vocal technique and craft. Vocal stamina, proper breathing, diction, ear training, tone quality and vocal texturing, sight reading, control, proper maintenance, voice placement, connection and audition and performance preparation are all part of the private curriculum offered by Jean in her sessions. Jean teaches the vocal technique necessary to enhance the singer's individual sound and eliminate damage to the vocal chords. Preservation of the individual sound and healthy vocal habits are of the utmost importance to Jean. She welcomes all levels of students 8 years of age or older. The patience and communicative skills she applies in all instructional sessions have expedited the learning process and instilled confidence in all types of students from beginners to seasoned singers.