Bio
Briget Boyle is professional vocalist, guitarist and songwriter based in Oakland, CA. She is a gifted and experienced teacher who specializes in crafting personalized lesson plans based on her student’s musical taste, style and aspirations.
In addition to her work as an educator, Briget is a solo recording artist, a session vocalist, a founding member of True Life Trio, and works as the production manager for ModernTone.
She was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA where she got an early start in music. As the child of two music industry veterans, she always knew that being a musician was not just a calling, but part of her DNA. Her first professional experience was working in Hollywood’s film scoring studios alongside her legendary recording engineer father, the late Tim Boyle. She served as his second engineer for Starship Troopers, Animaniacs, Money Talks and more.
Briget began writing songs right when she was 12 years old and attended the College of Santa Fe to study Music Performance & Composition. It was here that her musical journey took an unexpected turn. She discovered the rich traditional folk music of the Balkans and quickly became a student of the voice and of traditional singing styles. This study led her to many years of performing with Kitka Women’s Vocal Ensemble (as featured soloist on multiple releases including The Rusalka Cycle: Songs Between the Worlds, Sanctuary: A Cathedral Concert, and Cradle Songs) and Brass Menažeri Balkan Brass Band.
As a teacher Briget meets students at their level, empowering them to sing and play the music that inspires them the most. She works with aspiring musicians of all ages and her lessons are both inspiring and fun!
Schedule Lessons
STEP 1
BOOK
Choose your lesson from the list and pick a good day and time. You can even schedule recurring or multiple lessons and sync lesson times with your Google, iOS or Outlook calendar. Want to get some lessons for a friend or loved one? Private music lesson gift certificates are available here.
STEP 2
PAY
We accept all major credit and debit cards as well as PayPal. You can choose to pay as you go, buy multiple lessons in advance, or set up autopay – whichever works best.
STEP 3
PLAY
We’ll text you a couple of days before your lesson to remind you that it’s almost music time.
On lesson day, come to our studio in Lafayette or login to your remote music lessons from wherever. Your instructor will meet you right on time so you can dive into music right away. Before your lesson is up, we’ll make sure you have a handle on your practicing assignments and double check that you have everything you need to practice at home.
Have questions about anything? We’re here to help! Hit us up and we’ll figure it out together.
Reviews
We are the highest rated music studio in the Bay Area and maintain a 5-star rating on Yelp, Facebook, Google and Thumbtack. Check out what our students have to say about their experience at ModernTone.
Elizabeth L.
June 22, 2024 via YelpAll I have to say is, Wow! My daughter was in a last minute crunch for an audition and we hadn't yet found a vocal coach but we got in to see Briget Boyle... Read more
Christopher Bean
March 13, 2024 via GoogleModernTone Studios is an amazing hub for musicians! Jacob Light and his team have worked meticulously to create a positive environment where people of all skill levels can learn, record, and chat all things music. I'm continually amazed at how supportive everyone at ModernTone... Read more
Rachel S.
August 30, 2023 via YelpBridget at modern tone is amazing! She has been doing voice lessons for my 11 year old daughter for the past several months and my daughter couldn't love it... Read more
Jackie Sergie
June 2, 2023 via GoogleI have been working with Modern Tone Studio and Briget Boyle (vocal & song writing coach), for over a year now and we just wrapped on my first EP. As an adult returning to music after many years away and very intense training as a child, the experience was amazing and I'm... Read more
mike milmoe
April 13, 2023 via GoogleMTS is the best Studio in the Bay! Jacob and his team deliver A+ results. Their dedication, creativity and professionalism is second to none. 🙌

Carissa G.
December 20, 2021 via YelpIf you're looking for a voice coach for your child, Modern Tones Studio might be a great fit. Our 11 son is taking voice lessons once a week with Briget... Read more
Eva H.
December 9, 2021 via YelpTalented and professional musicians have gotten my son from zero to being asked to join a jazz band in a year! Friendly and flexible staff to help schedule... Read more
MAdlyn C.
November 14, 2021 via YelpMy 14 year old daughter, Sophia, has just started voice lessons at ModernTone studios less than six months ago and her singing has already greatly improved.... Read more

Gary Finn
September 26, 2019 via GoogleReal working musicians as instructors. Amazing pro-level facilities. Super convenient online scheduling (fantastic for busy family life). What's not to love? ModernTone is the best recording studio+music lessons in the East Bay, hands down.

School is so good that i have the following post that should be shared.... “When you’re in Dubai on your Honeymoon, and still want to practice before the next lesson.”

Nikki Rosenberg
August 27, 2018 via GoogleThe studio is lovely and both of my boys are taking lessons from different instructors. They are 6 and 9 and Jacob and Annie have been great with them. They are making music accessible to the boys and making them like it. My younger son is asking for homework and wants to... Read more

Matt K.
December 17, 2017 via YelpGreat studio and one of the nicer build-outs I have seen. Also, extremely convenient to book rooms for recording or just practicing. Whether you are a seasoned professional musician or just an aspiring one looking to sharpen your skills, this place has everything to fit your...
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More Info
ModernTone is located in the heart of downtown Lafayette at 1018-B Almanor Ln, Lafayette, CA 94549. We have a private parking lot and street parking is easy and plentiful. The studio’s location is right off the freeway so getting here from Walnut Creek, Orinda, Moraga, Martinez, Danville, San Ramon, Pleasant Hill and Concord is a fast and simple.
Lessons are $90 for a full hour and $55 for half-hour sessions. We recommend weekly lessons, but you are free to set the lesson frequency as you wish. We also offer monthly lesson plans designed for committed students who take lessons regularly. We respectfully request at least 24 hours notice for cancellations. No-shows and lessons cancelled less than 24 hours in advance will be charged in full.
- We believe in pushing our students to their full potential, but doing so in a positive, nurturing and encouraging way
- We believe that matching students with the right instructors help to form a better human connection between them and leads to better, happier students
- We believe that music should be learned in a soulful, inspiring, and comfortable environment, using hi-end professional gear.
Our teaching and recording studios have been built from the ground up with acoustics and soundproofing in mind. We designed the spaces to be ideal for music teaching and recording. We handpick all of our amps, instruments, and accessories, and pride ourselves with using high-quality equipment that is made in the USA.
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