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Ms. Dachis is the founder and owner of the Dachis Music Studio, which offers instrumental and vocal lessons to students of all ages. A member of numerous professional music education organizations – including the National Association of Teachers of Singing, the American Choral Director’s Association and the National Association for Music Educators – she also teaches private music theory instruction for motivated students looking to pursue further excellence in music.
Noelle has been working with young singers for over 25 years in various choral programs in New York and New Jersey, including Waldwick Jr./Sr. High, Westfield High School, North Jersey Homeschool Association, Cornerstone Christian Church and The Festival Youth Chorus Director for the New Jersey Choral Society (NJCS) in 2014. She received a Bachelor of Music Education (Vocal Combined Emphasis) with a minor in Flute. She holds certifications in both vocal and instrumental instruction in both New York and New Jersey. She has collaborated in concerts with The New Jersey and Connecticut Choral Societies, The New Jersey Youth Orchestra, and has opened for CCM Artist Mark Schultz. She has worked in conjunction with Westminster Choir College while at Westfield High School, and has conducted benefit and ministry concerts for Lighthouse Pregnancy Resource Center and Cornerstone Christian Church, and area nursing homes and children’s retreats.
In 2024, Noelle was recognized internationally as a teacher of excellence in voice, and in 2026, she was also recognized for piano. Since then, students in her studio have won multiple international competitions including the New York Artists Guild International Music Competition, Music International Grand Prix, the Prima Volta International Competition, the Charleston International Competition, the New York Young Virtuoso Competition, Grand Prize Virtuoso "Paris" International Competition, and have performed at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and The Apollo Theater.
She hold a bachelor’s degree in music and is a certified K-12 music educator, which she put to good use early in her career as a school music teacher and chorus leader. Ms. Dachis lives in New Jersey with her family.
“As Cole’s very first vocal instructor, Noelle did so much more than teach him basic singing skills —she nurtured his love for performing. From his first vocal lesson to vocal competitions and a wide variety of performances, Noelle has enthusiastically supported Cole’s musical undertakings. Her encouragement extends far beyond his lessons; she has consistently cheered him on, worked to build his confidence and pushed him to reach his full potential, all the while focusing on protecting his vocal health. We are incredibly grateful for the dedication, patience, and heart Noelle pours into her teaching and have confidently recommended her to friends and acquaintances.”
- Britt Tunick and Julien Bellorgey
Parents
“It is my great pleasure to recommend Noelle Dachis as a superb musician and educator. Noelle is an excellent teacher, a wonderful soprano soloist, and an expert in training young musicians in multiple instruments, voice, and other disciplines including music theory. Her kindness, exuberance, attention to detail and musicianship are second to none.”
- Richard Bernstein
Metr0politan Opera House Company Member, Mentor and Colleague
“We have been extremely impressed with Mrs. Dachis. Both of our daughters have grown musically since they began studying with her, and they are consistently excited about the new things they are learning.
Mrs. Dachis has the ability to teach and educate in a way that works with the student’s existing skill set and builds upon it in a way that is both challenging and encouraging. Her teaching is thoughtfully paced, allowing students to see real, tangible progress without feeling overwhelmed.
Perhaps most importantly, she provides students with accessible ways to interpret pieces and build their musical intuition, which allows them to understand music in a way that may go beyond their current level of technical ability. In short, she is an excellent music educator. Both of our girls are always excited to go to lessons and, more importantly, to practice what they have learned.
Mrs. Dachis has also been incredibly helpful to us as parents in navigating the broader world of musical opportunities, including competitions and performances beyond what is typically offered through school or local community programs. She has been proactive in helping us understand which opportunities are appropriate for our daughters and has provided thoughtful advice and guidance across a landscape that was a complete mystery to us.
We have the highest praise for Mrs. Dachis’ commitment and dedication to her students. We could not ask for a better teacher to help develop our children’s interest in music.”
- Rahul Mohapatra
Parent
“Noelle took me on as an adult student who had not sung regularly in many years. In the first lesson, it was immediately apparent that I was going to receive the best voice instruction I had ever had, as well as instruction without judgement of my inexperience.
Noelle brings a wealth of technical knowledge, patience, and kindness to her practice. She is focused on proper technique and makes it manageable, approachable. She provides serious education on the voice as an instrument, on method and how to access the natural power of your voice. I have been blown away by how far I have come in just nine months with her and with the regular practice she encourages. Noelle has helped me find range and depth in my voice that I did not know existed, and she has made it fun. I am having a blast learning from this pro!”
- Tammy Smolansky
Student
“Mrs. Dachis is an exceptionally knowledgeable educator. She is deeply informed in her field, highly intuitive to the needs of her students, and consistently creates a welcoming environment. Her warm smile at the door each day sets a positive tone and makes every student feel valued and supported.”
- Alexandra Panagiotopoulos
Parent
“I’ve been working with Noelle for a little under two years, and I truly can’t overstate how much she’s helped me grow, not just as a singer, but as an artist and person. As someone trying to build a career in singing and composition, finding a teacher who understands both the technical and artistic side has meant everything.
When I first started, I felt very disconnected from my voice. I was afraid of my high notes and honestly didn’t think I would ever feel comfortable singing them, let alone singing them with control and confidence. I was also nervous to perform my original music while still feeling connected to my audience. I felt stuck in my range, uncomfortable with my abilities, and unsure of what my voice was capable of.
Through working with Noelle, I’ve grown immensely in my range, technique, breath support, and confidence in my instrument. What makes her so special is that she never takes a one-size-fits-all approach, she meets you where you are and tailors each lesson to what you need. She creates an environment that feels encouraging while still pushing you to become the best singer, composer, and performer you can be.
One of the things I’m most grateful for is her support through my vocal health struggles. I’ve dealt with vocal hemorrhaging and nodules, and she has been present every step of the way, helping me through recovery, adjusting technique, and supporting me through doctor appointments and difficult moments. She’s always been front and center through it all.
What stands out most about Noelle is that she genuinely cares. You can tell she cares about her students not only as singers, but as people. Working with her has helped me reconnect with my voice and trust myself again, and I’m incredibly grateful for everything she’s done for me.”
- Autumn Elizabeth Siliato
Singer/Songwriter and Student
“Noelle has been teaching two of my children piano for several years, and my daughter has been taking voice lessons with her since she was seven years old. Over the past five years, Noelle has been an incredible teacher, helping her develop proper vocal technique, understand her voice, and continually grow as a singer.
With Noelle’s guidance and encouragement, my daughter has won several international music competitions and had the incredible opportunity to perform at Carnegie Hall. With each performance I am in awe of her growth as a singer.
We are incredibly grateful for Noelle’s dedication, patience, and support. She has had a meaningful impact on our children’s musical development, and we feel very fortunate to have her as their teacher.”
- Lindsay Brady
Parent
"I started taking music theory lessons and choir from Mrs. Dachis when I was eleven. When I was twelve, she encouraged me to start composing, launching me off into my biggest life interest. During my high school years, Mrs. Dachis worked closely with me to help me become a well-rounded musician, teaching me music theory, composition, and singing. I took vocal lessons and sang in the New Jersey Choral Society Festival Youth Chorus under her direction. For college, I am studying music composition with a vocal concentration at The Hartt School (University of Hartford.)
Mrs. Dachis is an enthusiastic and charismatic teacher who lifts young students up to an unexpectedly-high level of achievement. She is detail-oriented in teaching the technical aspects of singing and how they developed historically. She also recognizes the importance of theory and teaches it as the foundation of performance. Potentially, she is a life-changing teacher for your prospective student. "
- Wen Wen Van Der Wende
Composer and Former Student
"I have been taking voice lessons with Noelle for about two years now. I cannot truly express how thankful I am that our paths crossed. Over the past two years Noelle has helped my voice grow and develop immeasurably. I could spend this time talking about her vast knowledge, wonderful teaching style, and innate ability to know exactly what I need as a singer, which of course is extremely important however, something that has made an even bigger impact on me and my ability to develop my voice and myself as a musician is her ability to instill confidence in me. One of my biggest obstacles was that I had zero confidence in my abilities and that stopped me from being able to move forward. Noelle spent some of our time in lessons listening to me just talk about my fear and anxieties and she developed and adjusted her teaching style to suit me. Through devotion and genuine interest in me and what I needed as a person and not just a singer she was able to help me grow as a musician and as a person by leaps and bounds. I am so proud to say that our choir just had a concert in March in which I had a small solo. The fact that I actually auditioned and got the solo is so huge for me and it's mostly due to the absolutely wonderful instruction and kindness of Noelle!"
- Nicole Webber
Former Student
Offerings:
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Voice
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Flute
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Piano
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Clarinet
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Saxophone
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Oboe
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Violin
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Recorder
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Percussion
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Other instrumental lessons available upon request.
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Private music theory and composition instruction.
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Virtual and long distance lessons available through Zoom, FaceTime and Skype.
Cost:
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$50 per 30 minute lesson;
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$100 per hour.
Payments accepted through Venmo, Zelle, cash or check.
Master Classes:
Mrs. Dachis offers Master Classes for students to be adjudicated by another professional performer or teacher. Students are given feedback and tips on their performance to further build and grow them in their study of music.
Student Resource Links:
To order Sheet Music: www.musicnotes.com OR www.virtualsheetmusic.com
Free Blank Manuscript Paper: www.blanksheetmusic.net
Free Practice Logs: www.makingmusicfun.net/htm/printit-oliver-sticker-practice-chart.htm
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