JACK SHANAHAN
madison
kimball
Voice & Piano Instructor
Madison's passion for music ignited at a tender age, beginning with her involvement in chorus, band, and jazz band during middle school and carrying these on through high school. It was then that she embarked on a path of classical voice training, resolving to make music her lifelong pursuit.
She pursued her music education at the University of Rhode Island, majoring in Music Education. Over the course of four years, she honed her classical vocal skills and expanded her expertise in voice amplification, microphone techniques, and various genres, including Jazz, Soul, Country, and Musical Theatre. At URI, Madison was an integral part of several ensembles, including the Concert Choir and Jazz Choir, where she was a founding member. Additionally, she contributed to the Concert Band, performing on both clarinet and alto saxophone.
As a recent graduate, having completed her studies in May 2024, Madison is eager to share her passion for music with aspiring young musicians. She looks forward to teaching voice and piano lessons, nurturing a love and appreciation for music.
FAVORITE MUSICAL ARTIST
Frank Zappa
1st song you learned beginning to end
Don’t Rain on My Parade
INSTRUMENT YOU WISH TO PLAY
Electric Guitar
FAVORITE SONG
It’s hard to pick just one favorite so here are a few: Hypnotized by Fleetwood Mac, Ventura Highway by America, 555 by Phish
what inspired you into music
Growing up I was exposed to various music genres, which inspired me to master them all.
FAVORITE TEACHING MOMENT
When students are able to perform a piece start to finish for the first time.