[musictlk] voice teacher search

[Kelsey Nicolay]

Hello,
I am in the process of searching for a new voice teacher (I had 
to stop lessons due to personal reasons), but I might start up 
again in the fall.  I've drafted an email to a prospective 
teacher.  Could you guys review it and let me know how I can make 
it better? I know there's one word I'm not sure how to spell and 
you'll probably see it.  I want to come across as professional in 
my communications with this person.
Hi Kathy,
I think I may have contacted you before about voice lessons.  I 
am not looking to start lessons at this time, but I'm just trying 
to get an idea of available teachers and teaching styles.  I have 
a few questions for you to help me in this matter.  First, how 
much do you charge for lessons and do you offer any discounts? 
Second, where is your studio located? Are you willing to travel 
to another location for the lesson? I am in a community choir 
from September to December and from February to May and we 
practice at the Medina Prespreterian Church at 7:00.  If there is 
a room available, would you be willing to do the lesson there 
before rehearsal? Third, do you offer trial lessons for new 
students? Fourth, what should I expect to happen in the first 
lesson? Fifth, what kinds of music do your students typically 
sing? I'm interested in either musical theater or pop, is this a 
possibility? Sixth, would you be comfortable teaching a student 
who is blind? I read Braille music and would need hands-on 
demonstrations of everything you demonstrate.  I have studied 
before though.  Seventh, about how many voice students do you 
currently have? Do you offer any form of a studio class which 
allows students to perform for one another? Do you hold recitals? 
If so, how often and when and where? Finally, do you help 
students with their choir music if needed? Again, I'm not looking 
to start at this time, rather just exploring my options.  Thank 
you for your time and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Thanks in advance,
Kelsey Nicolay