Simona G Italian language classes for Opera Singers - teacher specializing in helping Opera Singers with Pronunciation, Accent, Music and Meaning
- Mendicino, Calabria
Specialties: Chair Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga, American Accent Training, British Accent Training, Pronunciation Coaching, Accent Modification
Offers 30 min free-trial
As low as $90.00/hr Online
Tutor Bio
Ciao! I'm Simona, a native Italian speaker, PhD candidate in Italian Philology with a focus on Musicology at the University of Valencia (Spain), and a professional singer specialising in Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque music. I hold a M.A. in Foreign Languages (English/French) from the University of Calabria (Italy) and a B.A. in Renaissance and Baroque singing from the Conservatory of Venice. With 19 years of experience in language teaching, I combine deep linguistic expertise with a strong background in music history, vocal performance, and Italian literature. My work bridges the gap between language, music, and culture, offering a unique perspective particularly valuable to Opera singers, musicologists, and performers working with historical repertoires.
Degrees and Certificates
- Degrees: M.A. in Foreign Languages (English/French) from the University of Calabria (Italy)B.A. in Renaissance and Baroque singing from the Conservatory of Venice.
- Certications: DITALS: Diplome of Italian a a second language teaching
Personal Interests
Yoga, linguistics, Art History, Italian literature, Academic writing, Cats, writing poetry, karate, Art, Classical Music
Learn more about Simona
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What is your favorite word in your language and why?
My favorite word in Italian is “sogno”, which means dream. I love it because it expresses imagination, hope, and the ability to see beyond reality, all of which are deeply connected to art and music.
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What is your favorite dish from your hometown? If you no longer live there is there a good local restaurant that serves it?
My favorite dish from my hometown is "lagane e ciciari", handmade pappardelle with chickpeas, Where I live now, there is no restaurant that serves this dish, but fortunately I hold a family recipe taught to me by my mother, and I can cook it myself, so I can still enjoy it whenever (and wherever) I want.
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Besides the languages you teach, do you speak or study any other languages?
Yes, besides the languages I teach, I speak English, French, and Spanish, and I am currently studying Greek and Portuguese. I love Portuguese especially for its strong connection with music and song. I study Greek because I love traveling in Greece and I am fascinated by the intrinsic musicality of the language. Greece has many similarities with Calabria, which makes me feel very connected to it, and I also enjoy studying Greek because I love being able to speak with my friends in their own language.
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What are your interests outside of teaching at Strommen?
Outside of teaching at Strømmen, my interests include Medieval and Renaissance history, musicology, and music—I am a singer specializing in early music. I am also deeply interested in opera, Italian literature, and the history of costume; sewing is a personal hobby of mine, and I enjoy making historical garments. I love Italian cuisine, practice sports such as yoga, swimming, and fitness training, and I have a strong affection for animals.
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What do you consider your hometown? Why do you love it?
I consider two places to be my hometown. The first is Orvieto, in Umbria, where I was born. I feel very attached to it because I was lucky enough to be born literally in front of its magnificent cathedral. Perhaps that is why I am so passionate about the Middle Ages! 🙂 The second is Cosenza, in Calabria, where I grew up. That is where my family and my childhood friends live. Cosenza is a beautiful city, full of history and legends, and above all it is a human-scale place, where relationships between people are still authentic and alive.
Hourly Rates
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Online tutoring
Pay as you go: $100.00/hr
10 hour package: $95.00/hr — Package Price: $950.00
20 hour package: $90.00/hr — Package Price: $1,800.00
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In-person at tutor's location in Mendicino
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| Pay as you go | 10 hour package | 20 hour package | |
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| Online tutoring | $100.00/hr | $95.00/hr — Package Price: $950.00 | $90.00/hr — Package Price: $1,800.00 |
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