Tannia L.

About Me

Tannia is a performer, recording artist, a podcaster, and a classically trained musician in operatic and piano studies, a wife and a mother of two daughters. Tannia started teaching at the age of 18 assisting her own piano teacher and now has over 20 years of experience teaching music and acting. She started learning piano at the age of 7 and voice at the age of 13, always chosen to be a soloist during school choir performances and acting shows. After graduating from school, she earned a full vocal scholarship and graduated CUM LAUDE from the University of Puerto Rico with a Major in Drama and Minor in Music. She also attended the Music Conservatory of Puerto Rico to further her Classical Vocal studies that later led her to sing at various Operettas and Spanish Musical Comedies. In 2006, Tannia recorded a World/Pop CD called "Extasis" which opened doors to worked at a few Spanish Soap Operas on national TV. Tannia currently devotes her time instructing children and adults through piano, vocal technique, vocal coaching, performing/auditioning skills and acting jobs on film and TV. Tannia also imparts Master Classes and Vocal Coaching at the MDCPS Programs and has been a Guest Judge for their Magnet Auditions. She has also helped many of her students gain acceptance into magnet schools programs and prepared for their auditions, acquiring Superior to Critic's Choice highest levels recognition. Additionally, she has also consulted with Artist Management on the development of new talents with different record labels and TV Networks. Tannia has been a Guest Judge for different Vocal Competitions like “Objetivo Fama" televised at Univision Network, "Primer Festival de la Canciόn", "Primer Festival Karaoke", and the reality show “Yo Canto” produced by NBC/Telemundo Network, Puerto Rico. Tannia also works with highly functional Special Needs children achieving extraordinary results in piano and vocal performances. Tannia is an ASCAP member since 2006 and a Non-Union Actress.

Tannia L. has over 32 years of music experience in the Miami area.

Tannia L. is proficient in and teaches Vocal Lessons .

Degree and Field of Study:

Vocal PerformanceFebruary 1988

Conservatorio de Musica de Puerto Rico

DramaFebruary 1993

University of Puerto Rico

Award Name:

Honoris CausaDecember 2007

NAFA/UMPAN

What to expect in my Keyboard and Piano Lessons

Beginner - Intermediate

Customized piano lessons. I will apply music theory, technique exercises, tempo, rhythm, ear and singing training while learning the piano pieces. I like to combine different learning skills which helps the student engage, concentrate more and make them use both sides of their hemisphere brain. I always start with classical training and combine popular repertoire. I will give them homework practice and keep track of their developmental training. I use a token/point systems which works well with younger students. I always try to make my classes fun and creative to prevent a school/boring feeling. I present different challenges levels for the student to interact but in a fun way. I like to keep a fresh, relax but professional feeling during the classroom and make them feel confident even if they make mistakes. As an experienced Special Needs Teacher, I always teach with positive reinforcement, visual, colorful aid materials and instill confidence in themselves.

What to expect in my Vocal Lessons

Beginner - Intermediate - Advanced

I always connect with my students, starting from their "inner self", asking them to first reset their minds, in order to relax, eventually leading them to learn about self-confidence, about who they really are as artist, how unique their talent is, learn about their strengths and avoiding their weaknesses, learn about conscious behavior and emotional control for stage performance. Expect them to learn how to control their human voice while applying singing techniques, warm-ups, etc. I also apply acting/performance techniques, ear training, imagination and studying skills when learning a piece. All of my lessons are customized based on the student needs and levels of study. My lessons are creative, energetic and interactive as needed. I see my work as a vocation. My mission is to inspire them with confidence, discipline, motivation, to always believe in them self and to provide them with the enough knowledge and tools about their instrument, from the personal to professional level until they feel ready to conquer the world.

Formal Education:

University of Puerto Rico

Private Education:

Manny Perez Voice Studio 1 Hernandez Vocal Studio 1 Dr. Maria Esther Robles Voice Academy 1

Performing Experience:

TELEVISION: I Am Frankie-Parent Nickelodeon Network 2018 Yo Canto Local Judge Reality TV Show –Telemundo Network (PR) 2010 Bajo las riendas del amor Cristina (Nurse) Soup Opera-Televisa/Univision Network 2008 Las dos caras de Ana Hilda (Nurse) Soup Opera-Televisa/Univision Network 2008 Buscando Estrellas Judge Reality TV Show-America TeVe Network 2006-08 THEATER/MUSICALS The Count of Luxemburg Julieta (Lead) Sociedad Pro-Arte Gratelli, Miami, FL 2008 Extasis-CD Release Int’l Tour World/Pop Music Casas Productions & Coral Gables Productions 2005-06 La Corte del Faraon La Reina (Lead) Sociedad Pro-Arte Gratelli, Miami, FL 2006 Rosa La China Greta (Lead) Sociedad Pro-Arte Gratelli, Miami, FL 2005 Tours/Regional A Night of Zarzuelas Various Zhilka Hall, Houston, TX 2004-05 Camelot Lady in Waiting Gold Coast Opera, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 2004 FILM Law of Men-Badi’a Aswad-Supporting Role "Pre-Production 2015" Square Peg Round Hole Productions, Springfield, IL COMMERCIAL: Extra on "Sabritas" with Luis Fonsi, Xanasil Lead Testimonial Cariola Group, Miami, FL March, 2016