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Alexander Lloyd Blake

Conductor • Vocal Contractor • Composer • Singer

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About

Meet Alexander Lloyd Blake.

Dr. Alexander Lloyd Blake works as a conductor, composer/arranger, vocal contractor, singer, and music activist. Blake is the Founding Artistic Director of Tonality, an award-winning choral ensemble focused on spreading a message of unity, peace, and social justice through a culturally diverse choral setting. He also serves as the Choir Director at Los Angeles County High School for the Arts (LACHSA) and as a Principal Associate Conductor of the National Children’s Chorus.

Credits

Film

You People

2023

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Singer

You People

Press

Alexander Blake conducting the Tonality choir on stage at a Björk concert.

Testimonials

  • Denise Carite

    Singer

    Training with Alex has been so refreshing! He’s helped me feel confident with theory and sight-singing and given me the knowledge on how to use the tools I didn’t know I already had. While being challenged is usually uncomfortable, he finds a way to make you feel comfortable.

  • Jarrett Johnson

    Singer

    There are numerous classes I’ve taken in the past to help me improve my sight singing, but the benefits of working with Alex set him apart. First, he’s found a method to make it make sense to me unlike anybody else. He meets you where you are and builds from that starting point. The opportunity to take one-on-one lessons is invaluable. Being corrected in real time makes all the difference. Also, the flexibility of scheduling has been essential for me in being consistent in strengthening this muscle. As a musician that tours and holds such irregular availability, his willingness to work around my schedule is a game changer. And finally the virtual component allows me to work with him no matter where I am in the world! I’ve only been working with him for a short time, but I’m already seeing improvement! I’d recommend him to anyone wanting to get better at reading music and make themselves a more valuable commodity in the session singing world. You won’t regret it!

  • Nayanna Holley

    Singer

    Taking 1-on-1 classes with Dr. Blake has been one of the best investments in my career! I’ve always felt like I could just “get by” on sessions, and it’s been difficult for me to advance in group sight reading classes or just working on my own. Alex completely understands where I want to be, and sets out a strategic plan for me to get there. I feel encouraged after each lesson and I’m excited about finally finding a way to make dramatic improvement in my sight-reading skills.

  • Neka Hamilton

    Singer

    I absolutely love working with Alex! He’s professional and brings the best out of me during every class. Very great teacher. I’m learning so much.