Kim Acuña
Voice
"Learning music is meant to help us find our "voice" in so many ways. It is our path of expressing who are as individuals and the journey getting there is the best part of all!"
Highlights
- Specialty: Opera and Musical theater
- Teaches all genres
- Ages: 3+
- Beginner - Intemediate Levels
- Bachelor's Degree
- Speaks English
About The Teacher
Kim started singing at the age of five and hasn’t stopped since! In 2006, she graduated from Simpson University with a B.A in Music (Emphasis in Voice) where she was classically trained, studied Opera and continued on with Musical Theater. She has since had the opportunity to utilize this degree in her private vocal instruction, directing, musical directing, after school music instruction, and (her greatest passion) performing on stage.
Currently, Kim is also working in the world of “Voice Acting”, TV/Film and continuing work as a Singer/Songwriter. Here she has been able to actively take on new areas of creativity and enjoys sharing what she’s learning with those interested in diving into these same fields. In addition, she’s always excited to work with anyone for an “audition prep” lesson and/or “character development” for a casted role.
Although Kim has performed and professionally studied voice over the past 20 years and has over 10 years of teaching music/voice, she still feels there’s always more to learn. She has created a well rounded style that can be flexible to each student’s individual needs. Her heart and passion will always be in Musical Theater teaching, but there is always a place and an emphasis for all genres of music. By adding some influences of “Speech Level Singing” techniques to the student’s study, the idea is to give the singer (no matter what genre or experience level) the opportunity to discover their full vocal potential and open the mind to new ideas. She thoroughly enjoys learning from and working with all ages and experience levels, but her passion is with any age that is a beginner to intermediate level.
Simpson University – B.A in Music (Emphasis in Voice) – 2006
Kim performed in the role of Mrs. Darling (Peter Pan), as well as, Mrs. Cratchit (A Christmas Carol). Other prized roles she’s played include Regina (Rock of Ages), Mary Poppins (Mary Poppins). Glinda the Good Witch (The Wizard of Oz), Ensemble/Beggar Woman (Les Misérables), Penny (Hairspray) Victoria/the Mezzo-Soprano (A Grand Night For Singing), Cinderella’s Stepmother (Into the Woods), Nun/Chorus (The Sound of Music), Rachel Brown (Inherit the Wind) and many more. Kim has also performed in numerous selected scenes for summer theater/opera programs over the years with varying theater companies throughout California and attended the Broadway Teacher’s Workshop in New York for further education.
