Cathleen was easy to communicate with and get to know! She answered my call and we were able to have an introductory conversation to see if her style and goals would be a good fit for a new student. They were! Her vocal coaching has been so helpful and a great aid for a burgeoning singer-songwriter. Thanks for your help, Cathleen! read more

Cathleen Wilder is a gifted voice coach. One reason of course is that she knows her stuff. Her experience and credentials speak for themselves. But it is her stellar teaching style that wins the day. When she demonstrates what to do, she makes it easy to understand what I need to do. And when she talks about what's needed again - her examples are so down to earth she makes the learning fun. But another reason I am recommending her, is how supportive and encouraging she is. She has patience for days. She truly believes in a student's progress and is the most committed teacher I've ever had to the process to help me improve. read more

As a joyful but reluctant singer, I found Cathleen. She is warm and friendly and well-trained. Those characteristics translate into bringing out the best in my voice. As her student, you work! She has developed vocal exercises that challenge breathing and sustaining notes, give my vocal chords a workout, and make me a better and more confident singer. And it isn't just me. I have seen other singers blossom. Private lessons are sprinkled with laughter and her performance classes are a treat. She fosters an environment of honest support among singers of all ability. It is exciting to watch others grow into happy self-assured singers. As a student I have developed the confidence to sing along at office birthday celebrations, and occasional public karaoke venues. I think maybe Cathleen gets as much pleasure out of teaching and seeing her students blossom as I do learning. I am happy with the investment in my joy through singing with Cathleen. Her rates are a bargain given her training, talent, and skillful teaching. If you want to learn to sing, she is the best option for in-person or Skype classes. read more

I tasked Cathleen with helping me with the German pronunciations in Brahms' Requiem, and for coaching me for an upcoming vocal audition. She was quick to point me in the right direction on every front, and I was successful in the audition! I recommend her wholeheartedly! read more

So I have dubbed Cathleen, "the patron saint of singing in the shower". I don't think there could ever be a better singing instructor. Anywhere. Ever. Cathleen isn't one of those boring DO-RAY-MI... types. There were no rulers to knuckles and I didn't spend a lot of time singing lame crap that put me to sleep. No theory, just "git'r dun" fun! (I love saying that. "git'r dun". It's more fun when you extend that last "uuuuhhhhhnnn" part!) Cathleen's approach to teaching depends on you (the student). If you need Gregorian chants, well, that is why she gets paid the big bucks (not really though, she has EXTREMELY reasonable prices)... If you are a hyper and obnoxious dork who loves everything from Queen to Coheed and Cambria (and of course, a little Barry Manilow and MSI), you may end up singing while you juggle on one foot or skipping while you sing! Hey, what ever works, right!? What it all boils down to is that Cathleen has a gift. She can identify what it takes to help her student learn. She didn't try to squeeze me into some whacked out format that I would get bored with quick. Cathleen helped me identify that REALLY singing is a very intimate experience and she gradually helped me feel comfortable in my skin when I sing. I can honestly say that, for a good majority of the two years working with her, Monday night singing lessons were the best thing I had to look forward to. Cathleen truly has a heart of gold. She rocks! She is an awesome friend and I will definitely miss her. Seattle will be losing one of its best teachers. So it sucks to be slow because Cathleen is moving to Sante Fe but if you get a chance to go on a road trip down south, I STRONGLY suggest that you look her up. Singing in the shower will never be the same! read more

Cathleen is a wonderful teacher and singer. I enjoy her singing lessons and have learned from her how to sing with more tone. She has the most wonderful laughter and her lessons are filled with joy and ease. She has a good balance of play and seriousness. I have been taking lessons from her since July 2011. I can definitely recommend her! read more