Reddit reviews A Modern Guide to Old World Singing: Concepts of the Swedish-Italian and Italian Singing Schools
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Your goals are totally realistic!! I first started in my early 20's but then put music on hold until this year (very very late 30's haha). When I started my goal was to just see where it took me.
I found my first teacher by asking someone I heard at an Open Mic who she studied with (her voice was really amazing). I actually found my second teacher through a web search. I basically read bios of the teachers through the studio and scheduled a lesson to see how we clicked.
My teacher is actually a student of David Jones. David Jones has a Facebook page and you might be able to ask there if anyone has recommendations for his students that are in your area. I don't know about this other person folks are recommending, but he might also have students that are also teachers that could work with you more frequently.
One important thing to keep in mind is to trust yourself. If your teacher belittles you or ignores or dismisses your concerns, find another teacher. It's really important to work with someone who is going to treat you and your voice like the unique snowflake you are.
My teacher also recommended his book that his teacher just published (https://www.amazon.com/Modern-Guide-World-Singing-Swedish-Italian/dp/154390887X). I also like the Singwise blog and Youtube channel as she has a lot of insight on voice science. I bring questions about what I've read to my teacher for clarification - this stuff makes a great supplement.
The other things I would recommend is that you record your lessons, work out a practice routine with your teacher (eg, what exercises should you do during the week, what should you focus on), and really consider doing weekly lessons (rather than biweekly).
Finally, something to keep in mind, in classical especially, people want to get all hung up on voice type/fach/whatever. Do not fall into that trap and don't let anyone push you into a category too early, especially if it doesn't feel right. Focus on developing your true sound - free, released, relaxed.
Good luck!!