Core Melody Voice Teaching Studio

Singing is an activity common to us all yet unique to everyone; for while the underlying principles of good vocal technique are the same for all - grounded in physiology and physics - each person's distinct characteristics, emotional makeup and innate musicality mean that the journey toward vocal proficiency is a unique one, full of self- discovery. Therefore, the art of voice teaching requires on the teacher's part an acute awareness that each student entering her studio does so from a different place on his road to improvement.

However, it is also important to realize that while each student's journey is particular to him, the most do end up traveling along the same road since proper technique is grounded in what is natural - natural breath and natural phonation - and is then built upon through the focus on better and stronger resonance.

A firm and healthy foundation in proper vocal technique is the prerequisite which is best allows a singer to perform with flexibility, strength and longevity in any genre or style. Just as a basketball player and ballet dancer jump off the same ground utilizing the same muscles, all singers - whether they be country, new age or operatic - begin from the same place in producing their voices. Learning to breathe and to coordinate one's air properly, as well as the principles of good posture, are the first steps toward the optimal use of one's voice.

More than anything, voice lessons are intended to enable students to learn on their own all aspects of singing, from the physical to the emotional to the musical. At Core Melody Voice Teaching Studio, we strive to provide these tools to all aspiring vocalists in Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley.

Pradichaya Gafaae Poonyarit



Obtained her degree in Vocal Performance from the Hartt School of Music in West Hartford, Connecticut. Having taught privately for many years, as well as having been on the voice faculties of two prestigious universities (Mahidol and Silpakorn) while living in Thailand, she has extensive experience in vocal instruction. She is also a seasoned performer herself, having performed several operatic roles with full orchestra, as well as many and varied recitals and concerts. Having such an intimate knowledge of the vocal mechanism, gained through both teaching and performing, Pradichaya is able not only to pinpoint quickly the causes of problems in students' execution but is able also to suggest specific exercises to overcome technical hurdles. She is dedicated to helping her students learn more about their own voices and becoming better singers.


Ralph Schatzki



Received his degree in Music from Oberlin College, Ohio, as well as an Artist Diploma in Opera from the Hartt School of Music in Connecticut. With extensive performing experience-in opera, concerts, oratorios and recitals- he has personal experience of what it means to be a working singer. He has taught voice privately for many years, as well as at Lehigh University in Pennsylvania. Having a deep understanding of the voice, Ralph is committed to helping his students improve, both in their understanding of their voices and in their performing.

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