about
founder and lead instructor of Reverie Music Collective
meet Rebecca
At Reverie, we believe musical growth unfolds most naturally in spaces where students feel safe, supported, and seen. Our approach honors both discipline and creativity, offering guidance that is thoughtful, steady, and deeply rooted in presence.
We hold high standards without pressure.
We prioritize depth without urgency.
We teach technique in service of expression.
what we stand for
Philosophy
Reverie Music Collective was created from a desire to offer something quieter, more intentional, and more human within music education.
After years spent in structured, performance-focused environments, it became clear that while students were learning technique, they were often losing something equally important, confidence, curiosity, and connection.
Reverie was built to restore that balance.
Rooted in artistry, guided by care.
Reverie is designed to feel more like an atelier than a traditional studio.
Every detail, from the pace of instruction to the tone of communication, is guided by intention. Students are encouraged to explore, to listen deeply, and to develop trust in their own musical instincts.
This is not a transactional environment. It is a relationship, one that evolves over time and is grounded in care and mutual respect.
Experience
The Reverie
Her performance career has been wide-reaching and deeply meaningful. She has shared the stage with artists such as Josh Groban and Pink Martini, and had the honor of performing for His Holiness the Dalai Lama. She has also worked with members of the acclaimed ensemble Chanticleer and has been featured as a soloist on professionally recorded albums under the NAXOS label, highlighting the music of composer Ēriks Ešenvalds.
founder and lead instructor
Rebecca holds a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from Portland State University and a Master of Music in Vocal Performance from the Peabody Institute of Johns Hopkins University. During her studies, she performed in numerous operas and showcases, taking on leading roles that shaped both her artistry and her approach to teaching.
A classically trained soprano,
founder and lead instructor of Reverie Music Collective — a piano and voice studio built on the belief that music is for everyone, and that the right environment makes all the difference.
Rebecca Yakos-Stern
She has shared the stage with artists such as Josh Groban and Pink Martini, and had the honor of performing for His Holiness the Dalai Lama. She has also worked with members of the acclaimed ensemble Chanticleer and has been featured as a soloist on professionally recorded albums under the NAXOS label, highlighting the music of composer Ēriks Ešenvalds.
Rebecca’s work has taken her across the world — including performances and collaborations in Indonesia, Argentina, Italy, and Austria — deepening her belief in music as a universal language and a powerful bridge between cultures.
Beyond the stage, teaching has always been Rebecca’s greatest passion. She brings to each lesson not only technical expertise in voice, piano, music theory, ear training, and sight-singing, but also the perspective of a performer who understands the full artistic process. Her students have gone on to achieve recognition in performances, competitions, and examinations — but more importantly, they leave with confidence, curiosity, and a lasting connection to music.
Her performance career has been wide-reaching and deeply meaningful.
A space where progress is celebrated not only in milestones, but in the steady, meaningful growth that happens week by week. Rebecca’s goal is simple: to help each student build a relationship with music that lasts a lifetime.
Reverie was created from a desire to offer something quieter and more intentional —
Individuals who value thoughtful growth and a refined, supportive environment
Individuals
Adults who are beginning or returning to music with curiosity
Adults
Parents who want their children to feel supported rather than pressured
