About us

Like its namesake, Grace Notes Voice Lessons are designed to be the stepping stones to a deeper confidence and understanding of your unique voice.

Here you will be given carefully selected repertoire to challenge and represent your innate vocal capabilities, no matter your skill level. Beginner to advanced singers are welcome!

Voice Lessons are suitable for ages 7 and up. Genres covered may include classical/art songs, musical theatre, pop, and more. Repertoire is influenced by your personal preferences and goals!

About the Owner …

Grace Notes Voice Lessons are led by Ariela Policastro. Ariela is an actor, singer, music director, and educator. She currently teaches general music at Waterbury Elementary School, in Roselle, IL where she directs Waterbury’s 4th and 5th grade chorus and Waterbury’s Spring Musical.

She music directs the youth productions at Steel Beam Theatre, with shows such as “Mean Girls the Musical,” “The Little Mermaid Jr.,” “Into the Woods Jr.,” and “Frozen Jr.”

Policastro completed her bachelor’s degree at Augustana College in Vocal Music Education studying under Dr. Jon Hurty, Ms. Shelley Cooper, and Dr. Michelle Crouch. Her most noted performances include Lucy in “Jekyll and Hyde,” Diana Morales in “A Chorus Line,” Brooke/Vicki in “Noises Off,” and Shoshanna in “Island Song.”

Ariela has a deep love for reading, education, her family, and two cats Artie and Charlie.

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