Meet our Voice Teachers
Alice Feldmann received her Music Education degree from the University of Northern Iowa where she studied voice and piano. After graduating she taught for 23 years in public schools directing: Choirs, Show Choirs, and over 15 musical productions. In the last 15 years Alice has taught private voice and piano lessons. She enjoys performing styles from Rock & Roll to Musicals to Jazz.
Sam Hoying has had a passion for music his entire life. He began playing piano, oboe, and singing Bass/Baritone at a very young age. Sam has years of experience teaching all three instruments and currently is a student at the University of Iowa. At the University, he is in involved in the Voice, Opera, and Oboe studio. Sam also arranges and is involved in the University’s Tenor Bass A cappella group. Sam is looking forward to helping others find joy through music.
Leah Kaminsky is currently pursuing her undergraduate degree in vocal performance at the University of Iowa, with an emphasis in jazz, RnB, musical theatre, and pop styles. She identifies as an alto with a few extra high notes. She has a wide range of expertise including belting, improvisation, artistry, and style. She performs in the Iowa City area in various groups such as the University’s Black Pop Music Ensemble, as well as performing in numerous contests around the area, as she is both a two-time semifinalist and one time finalist of the Bill Riley Talent Search, and additionally received a callback for NBC’s The Voice in her high school years. She also has interests in music composition and music productions as well as playing the violin all her life.
Josh Horne is currently in his fourth year at the University of Iowa, studying Music Education and Vocal Performance. Growing up in Cedar Rapids, Josh immersed himself in a variety of musical pursuits, including Jazz, Concert, Chamber, and Show choirs, along with participating in musicals, plays, and instrumental studies. At Iowa, Josh studies in a vocal studio, sings in choir, and continues to advance his piano skills. He is passionate about igniting a lifelong excitement for music among his students. His teaching focuses on passion and empowerment through musical expression and education.