I had Emanuel as my vocal coach and really enjoyed working with him. I liked his teaching style,…read moreand with each session I felt more confident and could see my singing improving. He does a great job explaining things in a way that's easy to understand, even getting into the anatomy of how the voice works, which I found really helpful. I had to miss a few sessions because of work, but Sarah and Emanuel was always great about helping me schedule makeup sessions and was very responsive whenever I had questions. Overall, I've had a great experience and would definitely recommend this studio to anyone looking to improve their singing in a supportive and welcoming environment.

Always a vibrant organized session. Sarah is very good all…read morearound! Nice personality and excellent technique.

Maureen is a wonderful teacher with a wealth of knowledge and experience. I have been taking…read morelessons with her for around a year and have been shocked by how much I've improved through learning proper vocal techniques. If you're looking for a voice teacher, Maureen is the way to go!

Maureen's lessons are the melodies that make my days bright. I am excited by my continued progress.read more

I'm so lucky to have found Deborah! She's so knowledgeable and diligent about training the voice,…read moreof course, but what sets her apart from other teachers is that she is also exceedingly warm and kind. In just a couple classes, she helped me transform my fear of singing into an absolute joy. Now I sing all the time with my partner, or by myself just walking down the street, and it's brought so much happiness into my life. Thank you, Deborah!

I've been meaning to write this review for a while now. Words cannot express how excellent of a…read moresinging/vocal coach Deborah is. In my mind, my experience with my voice is very palpable under her guidance. She knows I struggle to use my voice, so here it goes bec I finally dare to share my gratitude. Deborah is a kind and compassionate coach who understood my reluctance to sing and speak in public due to my subconscious fears now realized. She found a way to meet my voice where it was and gently yet patiently allowed me to explore it in a safe environment. I no longer believe my voice is a separate part of my body; instead, I feel it through my whole body, mind, AND spirit. And I don't think that my lessons with her are work - only fun. And as an adult, it seems I have lost my sense of play. However, my lessons with Deborah always remind me that it's time to play!

I took singing lessons with Joann for over a year. I know she offers group classes too, but I did…read morethe 1:1 45 minute individualized lessons. I was a complete novice, and loved the fact that I could bring whatever songs I wanted to sing, and she'll figure out how to help me achieve my goals, giving me homework like "practice your meows!". I improved a lot over the time with her, and figured out how to find different positions to produce different types of sounds. She's also flexible, I travel a lot, and she offers Zoom lessons or async lessons (you send videos to her, she send videos back of her feedback). She also formed a great community with her students, and we do group karaoke, dinners/outings etc, so the connection goes beyond lessons. I know she offers different packages (e.g. group classes) based on your time commitment and cost expectations, so I definitely suggest going over the options and figuring out what works for you.

I've been taking singing lessons with Joann for about 8 months, after moving from the East Coast…read morewhere I had 6 months of prior vocal training. As a beginner, I was worried about how long it would take to move from just trying not to hurt my voice (using falsetto or straining my cords) to actually sounding good and creating art as a singer. Coming from a South Chinese background, my speaking habits lean more toward head mix rather than chest voice, which made me wonder if that would hold me back. But Joann completely changed that perspective. She helped me not only build a healthy foundation in chest voice but also understand how to transition smoothly into mix and head voice. With her guidance, I've learned how to achieve vocal closure, find placement, navigate my passaggio, and use subtle changes in facial expression, tongue, jaw, and core strength to shape my sound. Every month, I notice real progress. Joann doesn't just teach technique--she teaches how to design a song thoughtfully, using the right tools for each section to create dynamics and artistry. My personal goal is to be able to perform confidently in public within 3 years, and for the first time, I feel that's truly achievable thanks to her. On a personal note, vocal training with Joann has been more than just music lessons. My work environment has often been stressful, and her supportive teaching and positive feedback have been a huge source of motivation and joy in my life. Singing, like any physical training, gives you direct positive results when you put in the effort--and Joann makes that journey exciting and fulfilling. I would wholeheartedly recommend Joann to anyone interested in singing--whether your dream is to perform professionally, shine at karaoke, or simply feel more confident in your own voice. She's an incredible teacher and truly brings out the best in her students.

I would highly recommend taking lessons at Kat Parra Voice Studio…read more I've had a great experience working with Kat the past 2 years. She really knows her stuff and is always learning more! I have found that the longer I've worked with her, the more she learns about my voice and teaches me how to get the most out of it in a healthy way. Prior to taking lessons, my voice would always feel hoarse from improper singing technique. Now it feels stronger and healthier than it's ever been. Kat also does a great job of making her students feel comfortable when practicing/performing. Not easy to do, especially for singing! Her dog Fiona is also a great buddy to have for lessons :) My only complaint is that because I've improved so much under Kat, my family makes me sing for them as much as possible! Sometimes I need a break!

Going to Kat's since 2017 - I can confidently say I'm a totally different singer than I was when I…read morefirst started and she was a key figure in making that happen. I went from sounding like I smoked way too many newports to being able to sing a wide variety of genres from jazz to soul to ballads and musical theatre stuff My voice and self perception of myself and what is possible has greatly benefited from working with Kat! 5 stars all around

Gail was lead to me divinely. She is hands down the most caring, talented, and encouraging vocal…read morecoach. I am Very pleased with how much I am enjoying lessons and how my voice is improving.

Gail Dobson is a wonderful lady and great teacher she has a special connection with her kids and is…read morea great gal

Kathy is a fantastic teacher. She prepared me for many…read moreauditions, and most importantly, the one for entering the Master of Music in Vocal Performance, where I am now finishing my master's. She will guide and teach you to have a healthy technique and a complete connection with your body and emphasize the approach to the text that is so important for a singer. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced singer, she will be great for you.

My association with Kathy is almost a decade long! She first taught my daughter when she was in…read morehigh School and then my son through his high school years. She is thorough and methodical in her approach and able to harness an individual's talent and interest and channel it into something quite extraordinary. Kathy cares about her students and her knowledge and passion for music is apparent from the first time you connect with her. She took the time to understand the goals and aspirations of both my children and always coached and provided thoughtful and actionable feedback to help them improve their vocal range, tone, control and technique. She is an inspiring teacher who genuinely cares about her students and goes the extra mile to support and encourage her students. During the four years under her training for classical vocals and musical theater, my son matured from a young child to a bass-baritone, performing regularly at school and external events. He's now a sophomore in college and is continuing to take voice lessons there and is also a part of the University choir. More recently, my daughter, now 24 years old - who took lessons from her as a high student (and is now graduated from college and an adult) - began taking voice lessons from Kathy again for the past year and it's been a pure joy to know that she is in good hands. My daughter is currently in Berlin, Germany, but Kathy has made the time to help her with her lessons at a time that is convenient and effective for both to have meaningful lessons even though they are separated by thousands of miles and nine hours apart! I am sure when my daughter decides to go back for her Masters, she will continue her vocal journey and be a vibrant participant in the music community of whichever University she joins. The greatest gift she has given to my children is the love for music and performance for which I am most grateful. I highly recommend Kathy Ludowise to anyone who is seeking a vocal coach - no matter what level of previous experience. Her talent, passion and knowledge makes Kathy a wonderful vocal instructor who truly cares about her students and their goals. You'll be in good hands with her.

I can't say enough about Nichole and her skills as a voice instructor. She is a highly trained…read moreprofessional with years of classical experience. As more or less a beginner singer the thought of working with a professional opera singer who performs in musicals was a bit intimidating. But I was presently surprised at how willing, interested, and 110% capable she is working with skill sets of all levels. For me, as a beginner, Nicole's lessons include a progressive set of warmups which are great at teaching you how to sing legato (smooth and connected!) and how to breath and provide the support your voice needs to sing well. From there she allows me to pick the music I'd like to sing and works on it song by song applying the learned techniques as I go. It's been amazing so far in just a few short weeks (with some practice) I'm singing 100% better already. Best of all I finally understand the mechanics and techniques I need to continue working on to improve. If you're a more advanced singer she'd likely take a different approach to adapt to your needs no doubt. Just a few things I really appreciate with Nicoles teaching techniques and I think you will too: 1. She learns what works for 'you' and provides technical training using techniques that are personalized for you to understand (for me I'm very visual so she gives me visual queues a lot). 2. She gives you just the right amount of instruction in a lesson and suggest you record it. Do this! And listen back when you practice in between lessons it makes a huge difference! Those recording will turn into a library of lessons I'll carry with me forever they are excellent. 3. She teaches in a way that builds upon the foundation you create for yourself every week. Every week my breathing, legato, range, get just a little bit better. Week by week. 4. She can focus on super specific areas of a song (i.e. down to a word and vowel you're singing) that you can improve on. And invokes specific techniques to help you improve. 5. She has AMAZING hearing! She can detect issues with the most seemingly subtle nuances of your voice. You'll hear them too not always during the class but when you listen back to you recordings. Nichole is also fun to work and has good stories, Is mindful of your time with her so you get solid value, and she's very positive overall even when you're not having a good day.. I wish I found Nicole years ago she is great! Can't wait to keep these lessons going and improving along the way!

One of the most important things you should consider when selecting a voice teacher for yourself or…read moreothers is whether that person is really talented, skilled, and practicing what they teach. You get the whole package with Nicole. I worked with Nicole as a Stage Manager and got to see her work as a professional leading actress and vocalist. As an actor myself (BA Musical Theatre), I can assert that she is a skilled performer- engaging and convincing, even while singing the entire show in Italian! Behind the scenes she was always supportive, patient and gracious, and exactly the type of person you would want working with a young singer. Her understanding of acting in addition to extensive vocal training gives her the unique capacity to provide her students with emotive direction and shape to a narrative in the pieces they perform- in other words, the people who work with her are not only capable of being great singers, but also being great performers, like she is. To see more reviews, have a look at the "not recommended" section from the parents of students working with Nicole (their reviews are only not recommended since they aren't signed up with Yelp).