Body N Voice Lessons

Body N Voice Studios lessons are one hour long.

The first thirty minutes focuses on learning technique. The latter thirty minutes focuses on using technique in singing music.

Music choice is up to the student or by the teacher's recommendation.

At Body N Voice Studios, we know that it is sometimes hard to believe how good a product really is. So we invite you to take a trial lesson for only 5,500¥ and see how we can make you a better singer!

Lesson Options and Rates

There are three lesson options available at Body N Voice Studios. Students can choose which option best suits their individual needs. If the teacher is traveling out transportation will be covered by the student, plus a one time outside studio usage fee of 6,000¥. If a student wants to use their home studio or another private studio outside of Body N Voice Studios’ studios, the student will be responsible for paying studio fee cost. *Also, all lessons at the Midorigaoka Studio location will share the studio rental cost between the student and teacher, at 600¥ per lesson.

We are NOW excepting Bank Transfers, PayPal & ALL Major Credit Card/Debit Card payments with Square. (Trial lessons are cash only). (*All bank transfers & PayPal deposits, must be transferred 72hrs in advance, minimum.)

• Lesson A (Adult) (online price is the same)

One time lesson for vocal coaching/voice lesson/diction/pronunciation lesson. 7,500 yen/hr (individual only)

• Lesson B (Adult) (online price is the same)

There are three cycles (lesson packages) available in this option and all lessons are sixty minutes long:

• 3 lessons for 20,000 yen

• 6 lessons for 39,000 yen

• 9 lessons for 58,500 yen

• 12 lessons for 78,000 yen

Trial lesson: 5,500¥ (CASH ONLY)

(If a trial student cancels on the day, we ask that you pay for that cancelled trial lesson, if you want to reschedule another trial lesson. This can be paid on the next scheduled trial lesson date, in CASH only.)

All lessons will expire after a 6-month period of non-usage.  After a cycle is used, the student can begin a new cycle. It’s fine to keep the previous one or choose a different cycle. (individual only)

• Lesson C (Groups, All-Levels)

Vocal intensives/voice/acting/music and drama workshops for groups (choirs, schools, bands, business etc)

Rates provided upon request.

Kids'/Junior Lessons (online price is the same)

All kids/junior lessons are thirty-minutes long. *(We accept students from the ages of 7yrs +)

• Lesson A

  One time lesson for vocal coaching/voice lesson 6,500yen/per thirty minutes(Individual only); (+ one time traveling out fee of 6,000¥ + regular transportation fee if on a regular basis)

• Lesson B

  10 lessons for 57,000yen (Individual only); + one time traveling out fee 6,000¥ + regular transportation fee if traveling on a regular basis.

• Trial Lesson: 5,500¥ (CASH ONLY)

Musical Theatre Scene Study Class Jr. (MTSC Jr.)

Musical Theatre Scene Study Class is for kids and young adults.

If you're interested in this class please inquire by e-mail for more information. This class is 10 months long, beginning from February through December with a full production showcase in early December.

Vocal Projection Lesson (speaking lesson)

Have you been told you speak to soft, low, airy, or your voice isn’t strong enough or maybe it breaks or cracks when you speak? Maybe you use your voice for work, but by the end of the day it’s gone or hoarse?  These are common things that many people are hearing or dealing with. We are taken seriously by our vocal tone and how we use it.  This course empowers the student to understand their voices and how to use all of them. Student gain a strong understanding of different exercises and tools to empower them to not only use it but discover a whole new voice that they never knew they had.  It’s an exciting thing to see a student gain vocal stability and vocal confidence, priceless.

One time lesson for 6,000¥ (60mins in person/45mins online)

3 month intensive (9 lessons) for 50,000¥

• * Outside if these two options, the student will refer to the standard voice lesson hourly rates and packages listed above.

Pronunciation, Enunciation and Diction Lesson (speaking lesson)

Students learn how to pronounce vowels and consonants combinations through learning clinics. Students will learn how to articulate using the full use of the mouth, tongue and teeth.  Students are able to leave the course with a core understanding of how to speak clearly and correctly in English. Students will gain a strong ability to enunciate and build skills and tools  to handle new words they might encounter in the future. 

One time lesson for 6,000¥ (60mins in person /45mins online)

3 month intensive (9 lessons) for 50,000¥ (60mins in person/45mins online)

* Outside if these two options, the student will refer to the standard voice lesson hourly rates and packages listed above.

Sing N Stretch Lesson

Do you deal with tight muscles, stiffness or just a tense person? This will have a huge effect on your vocal agility, clarity and flexibility in your voice and vocal tone. It will also show you how to do some stretches to relieve and relax this muscle tightness. Try out our Sing N Stretch lesson. We teach you how to relax back, shoulders, hip and neck muscles while singing. That’s right we are singing and stretching at the same time. This physical vocal warm-up really gets the body as well as the voice ready to sing. Come out and try a lesson.

One time private lesson for 30mins for 5,000¥ (Online lesson same price)

One time private lesson with coaching(song) for 60mins for 7,000¥ (Online lesson 45mins/50 mins, same price)

One time group lesson for 30mins on Zoom for 3,500¥ each (please inquire about group class schedule)

Please note: Cash/Credit non-refundable for all lessons. Attendance of the first lesson constitutes acceptance of these policies as binding.

All rights to any performance/photos/recordings/workshops/events under B.N.V.S. is property of B.N.V.S. with freedom to use, post, copy, or sell without permission.

Testimonials

“After taking 10 years off of vocal training I started lessons with Chris two years ago and I feel like my voice has become better than it ever has been! Chris creates a friendly and trusting environment that makes learning so comfortable and fun. Every single lesson is a joy! His knowledge and instruction have helped me learn proper vocal technique, increase my vocal range and become more confident in my abilities. He is good at identifying strengths and weaknesses and therefore can help you focus on the things you can improve on as well as give great song recommendations to fit your voice! I recommend Body N Voice Studios for anyone looking to improve and strengthen their voice! Thank you Chris, for being an amazing teacher and mentor! Looking forward to many more lessons!” Curtis Gordon

“Chris est un prof dynamique, enthousiaste et à l’écoute que je recommande sans hésiter aux amateurs de chant à Tokyo. Les premières leçons de chant, ainsi que le début de chaque leçon sont dédiés à la technique de chant (soutien du diaphragme, etc), ce qui correspond exactement au type de cours que je cherchais. Chris a aussi complètement changé ma relation aux harmonies et à l'improvisation vocale, un point faible que je pensais ne jamais dépasser. Il propose tout un éventail de genres musicaux a ses élèves. Installé au Japon depuis déjà quelques années, Chris parle couramment anglais et japonais. Au niveau logistique, il est assez flexible sur les horaires, et les séances peuvent être déplacées jusqu’à 24h à l'avance, ce qui est plutôt pratique en cas d’imprévu. Bref, rien à dire, seulement à vous conseiller de prendre rendez-vous pour une séance d'essai!” - Marie Yousri

“Body N Voice Studios helped me understand the dynamics of my voice and develop my singing into something I’m proud of!” -Reuben Fuchs

“I loved Chris Leven’s lessons! He does an amazing job and my voice and range have grown so much thanks to him. He gives amazing feedback and challenges you to do your best in every session. 100% recommended!!” Xian Benning

"Chris Levens is a teacher I recommend to people of all ages, experiences, and are committed to singing. He isn't intimidating to beginners, but will match the professionalism you show if you're very committed to your craft. He can help with notes, range, vibrato, breathing, and enything else you'd like to work on. When in lessons with him, you'll be able to explore your interests in songs, but with him pushing you in the right direction. I highly suggest him as an instructor, he's been my most enjoyable voice teacher yet."
- Mary Harris - age 15

“Chris is simply the best! I can’t recommend him enough! He’s simply wonderful to work with and has helped my voice grow immensely.  He is friendly, attentive, patient, sensitive, with a great sense of humor, while at the same time completely focussed on the task at hand. Whether you’re just passing through and are looking for someone to take a lesson or two, or are residing here looking for a regular teacher look no further! Whether you’re a seasoned pro on your Japan tour requiring vocal assistance, or a pure beginner interested in exploring your singing potential - and/or simply the joys of singing, or somewhere in between, adult or child, he’s got you covered. 

 For those who are serious about wanting to take their voice further he will always stretch you beyond of your comfort zone on the way to a more expansive singing voice. Like the best personal trainer in the gym, he quickly hones in on where you’re currently at and immediately starts working to take you further, toward whatever your vocal goals might be. 

 For those who long to increase their vocal range, as well as increasing power and resonance in your upper (as well as lower) ranges, while singing more effortlessly, Chris is your man, with a degree in teaching voice from the US he knows his stuff and can take you there if you’re willing to put in the work. 

 I say this all from personal experience. Chris’ been taking my own voice to these places in the time I’ve been working with him. I’m a professional vocalist and, as I said above, he has helped me grow my voice immensely - allowing me much more freedom and versatility for my singing work and for my own music. And the joy that it brings. Bringing more resonance into one’s voice also brings one into a state of increased joy. I might walk into a lesson feeling dead, tired, depressed, whatever, but will ALWAYS walk out transformed - feeling energized and excited, happy, light hearted, with a bounce in my previously dull step! Who needs therapy! Chris can help you find (if you’re new) or re-discover (if you’re a jaded pro) the joy of singing!” -Julianne Spicer

“Um es in einfache Worte zu fassen :

Chris ist ein fantastischer Lehrer und Sänger. Er schafft es, mit seiner Art und seinen Ansätzen ein Mindset zu erzeugen, dass sich eben nicht nur mit dem perfekt getroffenen Ton oder der saubersten Atmung beschäftigt, sondern vor allem auch dem Spaß am Singen mit in den Vordergrund stellt. Dies gelingt ihm nicht zuletzt mit seiner offenen und warmherzigen Art, bei der man sich sofort wohl fühlt. 

 Doch auch technisch ist Chris ein toller Lehrer. Seine Übungen und Praktiken sind einfach zu verstehen und er nimmt sich Zeit, diese auch so zu vermitteln. Zudem hat er ein großes Gefühl für die Stimme als auch die Haltung, Ausstrahlung etc. seiner Schüler/innen . Die Kritik dazu bringt er ebenfalls so rüber, dass man sie auch verstehen kann.

 Ich würde Chris in jedem Falle weiterempfehlen, nicht zuletzt, da er selbst ein toller Sänger mit viel Erfahrung ist.

Ach ja, und nicht gegen den Schrank lehnen, das mag er gar nicht.” -Florian F.

“首先我必須要說的是，Chris 老師人真的超級好。我第一次進教室時有點緊張，但跟老師聊了幾句之後這種感覺就煙消雲散了。老師非常有耐心，不管你是初學還是有經驗，他都可以帶著你進步。不管歌齡幾年，我都非常建議來跟Chris老師學。順道一提，老師是有古典底子的，唱歌超好聽，而且別有韻味。如果有想要在日本東京都附近學唱歌，我覺得很值得嘗試一下。我和老師溝通基本上都是用英文。如果英文沒那麼在行也別太擔心，只要可以最基本的溝通就可以了。最後我想說的是。我一直以為唱歌要天賦，但其實，只要肯努力，一定都會進步。雖然一開始都會有點緊張不知所措，但只要肯好好花時間練習老師教的，你會發現你的聲音比自己想像中的還要好聽，唱歌的樂趣和成就也會隨之而來！” 寄給 我

”Chris is a great vocal coach. I took lessons with Chris for about 10 months while on a dance contract in Tokyo because I wanted to learn how to sing properly and feel more confident about my singing in general so I could go out and audition for musicals. Chris was wonderful at teaching me not only the basics, like how to properly breath and use my diaphragm, but also helping me feel comfortable and relaxed while singing. He also helped me put together my very first audition book of songs which i really needed for auditions. I am very happy to have taken lesson with him while in Tokyo he not only knows what he is doing but he is very kind and caring and also makes classes very fun! I highly recommend him to everyone wanting to learn how to sing, especially dancers like me who are trying to get into musical theater.”

”I can't say enough about what an excellent teacher Chris Levens is. He is personally well trained and educated. Explains things well, is open, honest and motivating. He taught my daughter for 6 year in Tokyo and her improvement was immense. I love that Chris teaches a range of students every age and level. He has a yearly recital so it's always fun to see each students improvement. It's like a big family. Chris is so warm and personable he is hands down a fantastic teacher and great guy".- Diane Harris

日本で本格ブロードウェイのボイスレッスン

“声楽の基本はもちろん、さらに本格ブロードウェイミュージカルの表現力も身につきます。クリス先生はとても穏やかで楽しい先生ですが、きちんと指導をしてくれます。
長年、発声に違和感があり悩んだ末にクリス先生のところに行きましたが、もっと早く行けば良かった！と後悔しています。とにかく素晴らしい体験が出来ますのでオススメです”-Miki Masuda

“As a young girl I have always wanted to become a good singer, so actually practicing it with a teacher was a dream come true. And to have an amazing teacher like Chris to learn from! I went to the sessions with my mother. When the lesson is done, we leave excited, and prepared to venture out into singing, usually coming home belting the voices and songs we practiced with confidence and no hesitation. No matter how many sessions you take with him, your voice always finishes being better than before. Aside from the technical parts of the lesson, what sets Chris apart from most teachers is his friendly and welcoming presence. At times where the practice is paused, we share the moments with endless laughs, jokes, and anecdotes that I remember to this very day. There is never a dull moment with Chris, whether it is from the perspective of learning as a student or sharing laughs with a friend. Chris, it has been an absolute pleasure spending Saturdays with you.”Nasha

Workshops

The following workshops are available for groups of all ages, schools, and organizations. All workshops are catered to each individual group for the maximum learning needs of that group. Prices will be determined by size, hours, and age of the group. Please inquire for further details.

• Voice Workshops

Teaching how to use the voice and the fundamentals of breathing and support with games and exercises.

• Acting/Drama Workshops

Teaching actors how to understand their voice through projection, breathing, and voice selection. Using it on- and offstage through exercises and games.

• Music Workshops

Understanding the fundamentals of music and how we use it every day in life. Fun games and exercises are incorporated in the learning.

Late Fee

A ¥6,000 late fee will be assessed for each week payment is overdue, or not paid in full.

Cancellations

Because lessons are scheduled ahead of time, Body N Voice Studios has a simple and fair cancellation policy:

If a student cancels on the day of a scheduled lesson it will count as a USED lesson.

Cancelling 24 hours before or earlier is OK and will not affect the lessons used.

Contact Body N Voice Studios.