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Rachel Karmel has been studying music for 20+ years. She received her Bachelor Of Science in Music Education at Hofstra University.

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Prior to her degree, she performed in many private and collegiate ensembles as a vocalist. Hofstra University Chorale, Hofstra University Chamber Choir, Hofstra University’s all female a cappella group: Makin’ Treble. She held the position of Music Director for Makin’ Treble for three years and wrote several arrangements for the group to perform.

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Rachel has sung in numerous different style choirs and has played violin in dozens of orchestras. 

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Currently, Rachel is involved in a many musical projects: KarmaRé @karmaremusic (an original music solo project, she performs in a Jazz combo, she also often performs in Musical theatre productions, competes in popular vocal competitions and records as a studio musician. 

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The various experiences in performance ensembles have shaped her personally, and have also helped mold what her teaching styles have become.

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She is excited and eager to teach any age. A  believer that no matter who you are, music is a personal experience; everyone connects with music on their own level. As a teacher/ coach, Rachel focuses on technical skills, literacy skills and an emotional connection to the music.

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