You hear the voice of a true professional when listening to Lynn sing! To have her as a vocal…read moreteacher is an opportunity not to be missed! I was so fortunate to have found her as a teacher. Not only does she sing beautifully but she is equally talented in playing piano. I highly recommend her to anyone at any level. If having an event she would be a delight to watch her performances. She really can move a crowd with her talents and soul!

Lynn can get the singer out of anyone no matter what age or level you are. She will build your…read moreconfidence and give you the tools and technique to succeed as a singer, whether you are doing it just for fun or if you are doing it professionally or for an audition. If you're searching for voice lessons in the Thousand Oaks area you should book with Lynn, and even if you're not in the area then get a Skype or FaceTime lesson with her.

Wow! I've had a bunch of coaches, but no one comes close to this lady.Dot dot dot she really knows…read moreher.S h!* if you have vocal issues that nobody else can solve, this is where you get your answers. Forbsey teaches way differently than anyone else. My voice feels like a million bucks. Seriously recommend.

I came to Forbsey after months of pushing through my voice and hoping it would sort itself out on…read moreits own. I'd get through a set and be wrecked the next day. She figured out what I was doing almost immediately and never once made me feel dumb about it. She just went, okay, here's what's happening, let's fix it. What I appreciate most is that she actually coaches. She's not just running you through scales and calling it a lesson. She catches the one thing that's costing you and gives you something specific to work on, and she's encouraging the whole way through without it feeling fake. When something isn't there yet, she says so. When you finally land it, she's genuinely hyped for you. The biggest difference is how much less like work singing feels now. Stuff I used to muscle through I can just sing. No straining, no bracing for it. If you're grinding your voice down and can't figure out why, go see her.

Excellent personal coach. Really helped my daughter get out of her shell and sing. Thanks.read more

Mary Helen and I have been working together since February and what a joy it has been! I feel so…read moregrateful to have a vocal teacher as kind, patient, and creative as Mary Helen. I grew up doing musical theatre and I've taken voice lessons before, but never properly learned good technique until now. Each lesson has been and joy and has tremendously built my confidence. Thank you x a million, Mary Helen! I cannot recommend her as a teacher enough.

Patricia is a brilliant Renaissance woman. She is what you get when you mix technical excellence…read moreand style with humility, compassion, and a lifelong commitment to the craft. She is simply the best! I feel incredibly lucky to have met Patricia and begun my singing journey with her. I've been a student at Studio Shanks since 2018, when I was fresh out of college and looking for a voice teacher who could earnestly teach me how to sing. At the time, there were flashy online ads for folks that could "make you a superstar" and all of it felt so loud and nothing seemed to fit. At one point Patricia returned my call. Immediately I knew that she was the right teacher for me. It was obvious that she is not just naturally fun and easygoing, but also a true technician when it comes to the craft of singing. It's been a few years since we began working together. I've discovered that singing is something that can be learned at any age. It requires hard work, but it can be done. Luckily, Patricia is entirely dedicated to the growth and success of her students. Knowing this makes it much easier to bring my own effort during and between classes. I am honestly amazed at how, despite having worked with many respected luminaries in the field, Patricia remains humble and always with a sense of humor that puts me at ease. She is everything that comprises a professional artist and educator. What I love most is that she cuts through the noise and focuses on pure foundations. That means that she is able to work with vocalists ranging from the most contemporary pop styles to opera to musical theatre and beyond. All kinds of singing require the same basic knowledge of healthy and safe vocal techniques. At Studio Shanks, everything counts and everything matters. Thank you so much, Patricia!

Thank you very much for communicating. I would love to take singing lessons with you.read more

I've been studying with Lauren for a bit over 6 months now. I've been singing most of my life and…read morewas skeptical about how much a vocal coach could really do for me. But I've been astounded by the changes I've seen in my voice in such a short time! Not only is she an incredible teacher, but also just a wonderful human being. Lessons with her truly are the best part of my week. I can't recommend her highly enough.

I've been taking lessons with Lauren for over a year now and I'm confident to say that she is one…read moreof the best voice coaches I've ever had. Not only is she extremely knowledgeable of her craft, she's also an amazing human being. She has this calming caring vibe that makes you feel safe to express yourself emotionally through singing. Not sure how she does it, but she always knows when I'm "overthinking it" and helps me release my inner judge and express myself freely. She tailors the lesson to each student's voice type, range and personal style. I absolutely love taking lessons with her!!

great coach great lady great singer I recommend her…read more I just would rather see her in person instead in the computer

I love my weekly lesson with Coreen. After each and every one my voice is stronger, richer, better…read morethan ever. Insightful instruction and time well, well spent.

I am super grateful for the singing lessons that I took through the Knauer Music School. While I…read morehave been singing my entire life, I sought out lessons because I knew I was capable of more. The good people at Knauer matched me with Emily Greene, who has been a phenomenal vocal instructor. I appreciate her knowledge, her passion for singing, her sense of humor, and her patience with a pupil who brought up the average age of her students by a decade or two. I recommend Knauer and Emily to anyone who wants to step up their game. And if you ever get a chance to hear the band I've joined, Run Screaming, be sure to say hello!

I've been taking mandolin lessons with Ron Munn for several months now, and it's been a great…read moreexperience! I've been learning not just how to play my instrument with different techniques, but also music theory and even some song writing. Every time I'm done with a lesson I want to go home and keep on playing!