TESTIMONIALS
LIVIA BRASH - SOPRANO
“Rafael is an exceptional singing teacher who stands out from the crowd. Unlike many who guard old-school singing knowledge, while simultaneously lamenting the state of modern opera, Rafael is refreshingly transparent and generous with his time and expertise. With his remarkable ears, he can make subtle adjustments even during online lessons. He is also one of the most empathetic and supportive teachers I’ve ever had. He completely transformed my singing from the mask singing I learned in the conservatory to an old school pharyngeal style within just two months, and I have never sung better. Rafael’s passion for this artform is infectious and evident in everything that he does. If you want to learn “Tecnica Antica” with zero BS, look no further- Rafael is the teacher for you.”
REINOSUKE KUSANO - TENOR
I have been a student of Mo. Rafael Vazquez over the past two years, and I am confident in saying that his teachings have been an immense blessing for my voice.
Mo. Vazquez is concise and effective during his instructions, and knows the ins and outs of the voice like no other. Within just a couple of notes, he can immediately analyse the challenges that a student is facing, and consequently draw out the true nature of their voice to its fullest capacity. The way he appropriately adapts his teaching method and approach for every single one of his students, depending on their voice and range, and even personality and temperament, is simply a sight to behold.
Additionally, Mo. Vazquez has armed me with not just a powerful and solid vocal technique, but also an extensive knowledge of music in general. His insight and experience of the operatic world is worth a fortune; he will immediately be able to clear any doubts or questions that one has, about anything from singers and singing to performance and repertoire.
One often says that a good singing teacher must be able to both teach and demonstrate the principles and applications of his technique, and Mo. Rafael Vazquez is the paragon of this motto. Studying voice with him over the past two years has been one of the greatest privileges of my musical career, and I cannot speak highly enough of him.
PETER KÜHN -BOLD -TENOR
Nach mehrjähriger Karriere als professioneller Sänger war ich in einer Stimmkrise. Rafael war der erste Gesangslehrer, dem aufgefallen ist, dass ich im Tenorfach besser aufgehoben bin als als Bariton. Mit dem gleichen guten Ohr ist er dabei, mir gesangliche Marotten auszutreiben, mit denen ich mich über die Jahre im Musiktheater durch höhere Passagen getrickst habe, die mir jetzt aber mit voller Stimme zur Verfügung stehen. Rafael ist ein Lehrer, der tatsächlich auf die besonderen Bedürfnisse des individuellen Schülers eingeht. So macht der Unterricht nicht nur Spaß, sondern zeigt auch schnell Wirkung.
PARIDE VENTURI INTERNATIONAL OPERA ACADEMY
Run by Fulvio Massa and Carlo Colombara, this Academy in Bologna preaches the legacy of the great singer and teacher Paride Venturi ( Last student of Arturo Melochi)
HISTORICAL TENORS
A wonderful tenor encyclopedia with tons of useful information.