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Study Music With Professional Singer-Songwriter Alice Limoges
Study guitar, piano, ukulele, voice, music theory, songwriting, or a combination at Alice's home studio in downtown Camden, Maine. Learn the fundamentals while focusing on the music you or your child love the most. Alice has taught ages from 4 to 80.
About Alice
- Graduated Magna Cum Laude from SUNY Purchase with a degree in Studio Composition (songwriting/production)
- Semi finalist in International Songwriting Competition
- Played on the Grammy Award Winning “Ageless” by Jon Samson
- 7 years of touring in the Northeast including NYC, DC, Philadelphia, and Boston
- 4 albums of original music released
- 11 years of teaching experience
- Vocal First Aid and Neurovocal Method certified
- Experience with Estill and Alexander Technique
Rates
$50 for 30 minutes, $65 for 40 minutes, $90 for 55 minutes
Group Classes
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Sing Your Heart Out Summer Camp 2024
Tuesday AM Songwriting Circle (adults/teens)
In this ongoing online weekly group, students learn lyric writing, harmony, form, and more. This is a wonderful opportunity for songwriters of all experience levels to express themselves through music whether they are a seasoned musician or are excited to write their very first song. All that is required is an interest in songwriting! Weekly at 10:30am EST Tuesdays for teens 14+ and adults (60 minutes), $40 a person.
Monthly Adult Jam
Once a month, adult students can opt to meet at Alice's studio for a jam on popular songs. Students work with Alice on-on-one throughout the month to learn collective songs and then pick a Thursday morning to jam together with Alice's guidance in Camden. This is the perfect add-on for any adult students looking to improve their skills and wishing to play with peers. Suitable for late beginners. $55 per class.
More About Alice
Born and raised on a mountain by the sea in coastal Maine, Alice Limoges discovered her passion for music at a young age, singing before she could walk. During her upbringing in Maine, she immersed herself in musical pursuits, studying guitar and piano, releasing original music albums, and taking part in musicals and choirs. Seeking to elevate her musical skills, Alice moved to New York and pursued a major in Studio Composition (songwriting/production) at SUNY Purchase.
Spending 7 years in the vibrant New York City music scene, Alice toured the Northeast with her band, recorded multiple albums, and continued her education under esteemed teachers, even after graduating Magna Cum Laude from SUNY Purchase. Notable mentors include Charles Blenzig (piano), Meredith Colby (voice), Joel Thome (composition), Jon Jetter (production/recording), and Bob Thompson (guitar). Alice interned with Grammy Award-winning music therapist Jon Samson of Co-Creative Music and engaged in meaningful work with special needs students.
Following an arm injury, Alice delved into the tension-reducing Alexander Technique, incorporating it into her teaching to guide students in playing with a healthy technique and minimizing the risk of instrument-related injuries. She also collaborated with voice therapist Mary Klimek, integrating vocal health at both speech and singing levels with her students. Certified in Vocal First Aid by Vocal Health Education in March 2021 and obtaining her Neurovocal Method certification in August 2021, Alice remains committed to ongoing education. Currently, she studies the Estill voice method with SLP/voice teacher Mary Klimek, practices Alexander Technique with Judy Pagon, and participates in production mentoring sessions with NYC producer Ilan Natter.
Spending 7 years in the vibrant New York City music scene, Alice toured the Northeast with her band, recorded multiple albums, and continued her education under esteemed teachers, even after graduating Magna Cum Laude from SUNY Purchase. Notable mentors include Charles Blenzig (piano), Meredith Colby (voice), Joel Thome (composition), Jon Jetter (production/recording), and Bob Thompson (guitar). Alice interned with Grammy Award-winning music therapist Jon Samson of Co-Creative Music and engaged in meaningful work with special needs students.
Following an arm injury, Alice delved into the tension-reducing Alexander Technique, incorporating it into her teaching to guide students in playing with a healthy technique and minimizing the risk of instrument-related injuries. She also collaborated with voice therapist Mary Klimek, integrating vocal health at both speech and singing levels with her students. Certified in Vocal First Aid by Vocal Health Education in March 2021 and obtaining her Neurovocal Method certification in August 2021, Alice remains committed to ongoing education. Currently, she studies the Estill voice method with SLP/voice teacher Mary Klimek, practices Alexander Technique with Judy Pagon, and participates in production mentoring sessions with NYC producer Ilan Natter.
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Alice began teaching music as a teenager and continued to share her expertise with over a hundred students in New York before returning to Midcoast Maine in 2020 due to COVID. Leveraging her diverse skills as a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and empath, she imparts fundamental knowledge while honing in on each student's unique passions. Alice covers various styles, including pop, folk, jazz, and classical. In 2020, she initiated songwriting education workshops in schools and online groups, dedicated to empowering aspiring musicians to write, sing, and play their own songs. Midcoast Maine students also have the opportunity to record and produce their original music while receiving mentorship in the music business.
With her patient demeanor, background in music therapy, and advocacy for mental health, Alice fosters an honest and open learning environment. Here, students can safely explore, share, and express their emotions through their voice, instrument, or songwriting. While not claiming to be a therapist, Alice often finds students likening their lessons to therapy, a testament to the supportive atmosphere she creates. One of the advantages of learning from a multi-instrumentalist like Alice is the flexibility for a piano student to later explore voice, guitar, or songwriting. Alice provides guidance every step of the way, tailoring curriculums to individual needs and interests. Lessons may encompass popular songs, technique, music theory, improvisation, composition/songwriting, and the engaging Wunderkeys piano curriculum. Alice welcomes complete beginners of all ages as well as experienced musicians.
With her patient demeanor, background in music therapy, and advocacy for mental health, Alice fosters an honest and open learning environment. Here, students can safely explore, share, and express their emotions through their voice, instrument, or songwriting. While not claiming to be a therapist, Alice often finds students likening their lessons to therapy, a testament to the supportive atmosphere she creates. One of the advantages of learning from a multi-instrumentalist like Alice is the flexibility for a piano student to later explore voice, guitar, or songwriting. Alice provides guidance every step of the way, tailoring curriculums to individual needs and interests. Lessons may encompass popular songs, technique, music theory, improvisation, composition/songwriting, and the engaging Wunderkeys piano curriculum. Alice welcomes complete beginners of all ages as well as experienced musicians.
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Alice has independently released four albums to date. Her song "No One Underneath" achieved semi-finalist status in the 2019 International Songwriting Competition. Notably, she contributed to the Grammy Award-winning album "Ageless: Songs For The Child Archetype" by Jon Samson. Alice's performances span various festivals (Common Ground Fair in Unity, ME; Make Music Harlem in NYC; Keene Music Festival in Keene, NH; The Campfire Festival in Cambridge, MA; Belfast Free Range Festival in Belfast, ME), colleges (Columbia University, Hamilton College, SUNY New Paltz, SUNY Purchase), and renowned venues like The Cutting Room (NYC), Rockwood Music Hall (NYC), PIANOS (NYC), Arlene’s Grocery (NYC), Club Passim (Boston), and Blue (Portland). She has also engaged in numerous intimate concerts with Sofar Sounds and conducted songwriting workshops for ages 8 through 18 in Maine schools.
Currently based in Camden, Maine, Alice welcomes students of all ages at her home and offers online songwriting classes.
Currently based in Camden, Maine, Alice welcomes students of all ages at her home and offers online songwriting classes.
Teaching songwriting to 4th graders at Camden-Rockport Elementary School, Camden, ME.
Testimonials
"Alice has ignited our 15yr old daughter’s love of song- writing and strengthened her guitar playing. Beyond that, Alice has encouraged her to have the confidence to share her voice and creativity with others. She is truly a gifted teacher and guide!" - Anne A., Camden, ME
"We were so blessed to be introduced virtually to Alice at the beginning of the pandemic. The girls & I had decided we would each learn something new while at home. Jules chose guitar and singing. Cece selected piano and singing. Alice is an exquisite singer who also plays multiple instruments. But what has impressed me most is the extraordinary time Alice spends in between the girls’ lessons researching and creating the best tools to help them learn. She really tailors each lesson to my children, who learn very differently. My girls adore her and she’s made our pandemic-home-time much richer. Alice is an amazing songwriting teacher. She deeply understands how to deconstruct the songwriting process in a way that any age songwriter can understand. She and my daughter have created beautiful age-appropriate songs together and, now, my daughter loves to write her own." - Cathy T., Greenwich, CT
"We were so blessed to be introduced virtually to Alice at the beginning of the pandemic. The girls & I had decided we would each learn something new while at home. Jules chose guitar and singing. Cece selected piano and singing. Alice is an exquisite singer who also plays multiple instruments. But what has impressed me most is the extraordinary time Alice spends in between the girls’ lessons researching and creating the best tools to help them learn. She really tailors each lesson to my children, who learn very differently. My girls adore her and she’s made our pandemic-home-time much richer. Alice is an amazing songwriting teacher. She deeply understands how to deconstruct the songwriting process in a way that any age songwriter can understand. She and my daughter have created beautiful age-appropriate songs together and, now, my daughter loves to write her own." - Cathy T., Greenwich, CT
"My children started taking piano lessons with Alice in June 2020. Right before the pandemic hit, we had been looking for piano lessons. When everything closed down, we thought we'd have to put off our children's musical education for an indeterminate time. However, we came across Alice's ad for virtual lessons and it has been a great fit for our family! She is a patient and kind teacher and we've been amazed at how quickly our children have taken to the piano. They sincerely enjoy practicing and look forward to the lessons each week. We hope our children are able to remain her students for a long time." - Cristee C., Dallas, Texas.
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"Alice has been my voice and guitar teacher for over a year. She is serious minded and focused in lessons and has been able to help me work through major ambivalence and low confidence in music playing. She has been patient and supportive through my arduous process of contending with my own frustration and self consciousness. She sends me a recording of our voice warm up and practice outline I can use throughout the week.I was skeptical about the mystery of songwriting but I have been surprised that it is possible for me. We have tackled understanding song structure, lyric writing, and developing my own voice. Song writing feels interesting and enjoyable. Alice offers different exercises that help with learning and provides a supportive and warm space in which to work."
- Beth C., Southwest Harbor, Maine
- Beth C., Southwest Harbor, Maine
"After our basic ukulele unit, my fifth graders were ready to extend their learning. Alice's songwriting workshop was just the ticket to help them take their music making to the next level. She is professional, relaxed and creative as she moves the students through the building blocks of creating a song. I would highly recommend her program!"
- Susan Iltis, Lincolnville Central School, Lincolnville, ME
- Susan Iltis, Lincolnville Central School, Lincolnville, ME
"Alice has taught my daughter for the past 5 years. She has always been incredibly patient and kind to my daughter, who started playing piano as a 6 year old and is now singing and dabbling a little with the guitar. Alice has managed to organize and execute her Zoom lessons seamlessly-as if she were here with us in person. She has kept my daughter just as enthusiastic and engaged even from the screen. She is a truly special teacher for such a variety of musical interests. My daughter loves discovering a new song on the radio and then asking Alice to teach her. We feel extremely lucky to have found her and my daughter always has an extra spring in her step after her lessons with Alice." Jenny M., Atlanta, GA
"My three boys have been working remotely with Alice since March 2020. Alice works closely with each of my sons to develop their talents, understanding their needs, and reach their bests. Alice is both a talented musician and excellent teacher, we highly recommend her to both novice and advanced students of any age." - Marisa G., Baltimore, MD
Contact Alice about your first music lesson!
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