Nevada is not only an incredibly gifted vocal coach, he is an all-around great person who truly…read morecares about helping you achieve your goals. I had never taken lessons before and was hesitant going into them, but he made me feel comfortable and helped me gain confidence from our first lesson on. Nevada is patient, thoughtful, and extremely knowledgable when it comes to vocal techniques. If you work with him, he'll bring the best out of your voice. I couldn't recommend him more highly.

I currently work with Nevada on a bi-weekly basis--we started out with weekly lessons for a couple…read moreof years. He's helped me in a tremendous amount of ways..for example: real time help with real time problems that you experience when you're singing is invaluable. We all can hear and see ourselves when we're singing, but there are so many things we miss when we're alone. When you have a guide to pick up on those things and to notice your own specific patterns of behavior that tend to get in your way, you feel much more prepared to challenge yourself. I've gone from feeling embarrassed of how I sang at times to now feeling proud of what my voice can actually accomplish when all the gears are working properly. Anyway, Nevada's among the nicest guys I know (I've now known him for years and think of him as a friend) and still have no plans on ending our lessons. I really consider them more like an hour with someone who really wants you to be great--not there to just show you all he knows. He gets excited when he hears new things you've discovered in your own voice during lessons--it's all very positive. Being vulnerable is a huge part of voice lessons (a good thing to be when you're singing). Being shy is different, and something you can get over very quickly when working with someone like Nevada. Fantastic teacher.

Bre is genuinely amazing at what she does. Super nice, attentive, and very talented at both…read moreteaching and singing! I wouldn't go anywhere else.

From the owner: I love to teach! I have a degree in music education, and over 20 years of experience teaching…read morepeople how to sing. In addition, I have my post-baccalaureate degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Pacific University, and have a great amount of insight into the physiology of the human voice and the science of sound. After many years of studying vocal physiology and using this information in my own singing, as well as that of my students, I have come to believe strongly in the value of learning everything you can about the way your voice works. Although we all have a unique vocal tone, we also have a lot of control over the sounds we make through placement, support, air flow, vowel choice, mouth shape and dynamics. When people ask me if their voice is good enough to sing, I always say a resounding YES! I think singing is for everybody, and I love the process of helping my students find their authentic sound.

Matthew manages to balance professional/fun/inspiring/rigorous in a way that many music teachers…read moredon't quite get. My son started voice lessons at VOX via Zoom during 2020, transitioning to in-person for several weeks before heading off to college. He loved all of it and those Monday night lessons were a lifeline for him as his other choirs and school music classes were postponed due to COVID. His confidence grew, and he was accepted into his college's competitive top choir as a freshman (Matthew also helped him with his college admissions' supplementary vocal performance materials and he landed a vocal scholarship). The recitals are great milestones and provide a real sense of community despite the age and experience differences. I'd recommend him to any one at any level.

From the owner: Vocal Coaching for the at home singer or aspiring professional!…read more We teach classical vocal technique that is applicable to any genre of singing! Vocal study, stage craft and more!

I have worked with Laura on and off over the years- as a professional speaker, she helped me…read moreincrease my vocal variety and taught me how to project my voice to the back of the room (in such fun and interesting ways: "Money, Money, MONEY!"). As a professional singer, she has helped me safely roar out the rock tunes and ballads, and taught me how to smooth out my registers, etc. Laura is professional, competent, and knows how to help people with their vocal-goals! Highly recommended!

From the owner: I help adults and children free their authentic voices and musical nature.read more

We love Backbeat Music Academy! My daughter has been taking piano lessons there for over a year…read morenow, and we have had such a positive experience. She has worked with several instructors over time, including Bex, Ari, and Luciana, and every single one has been amazing. Right now she is taking lessons with Sam, and we highly recommend him! He is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and always brings such a great vibe to the lessons. We can clearly see my daughter's progress, and it is obvious that he genuinely cares and gets so excited seeing how much she has improved (whenever she learns something new or finally masters a piece they have been working on, you can see the joy on his face). If you are lucky, you may be able to get a spot with him! NOte: He occasionally goes on tour with his band (which I think is awesome), but even when substitute instructors step in, the experience has always been great.

Drumming with John has genuinely changed my life. What started as a little hobby when I was 8 years…read moreold has taken me to performing at festivals and sold out venues, and every bit of it, John has been continually supportive. He's incredibly smart, kind, and funny, and just knows so much about drumming and music as a whole. There is no other drum teacher in the world like him, and I'll be sad to stop getting lessons after I leave for college this fall. Thank you for everything, John!

One of the best music teachers I've ever worked with. Patient and very easy going for an enjoyable…read morelesson and informative session. I've learned so much about music not just for singing but also for guitar and piano theory as well. He's extra talented to teach you and motivate you in all areas! 10/10 would recommend.

Kevin is actually the best!! He is so kind, patient and really helped me improve my voice. He…read morereally tailors your experience to whatever your goals are. His feedback is constructive but encouraging and he really built my confidence preforming. 10/10 amazing vocal coach would recommend to anyone looking to any singer/song writers!!

Thank you Steve for the lessons for myself and my daughter, you have helped my daughter find…read moresomething she feels good about and that has given her confidence in other areas of her life.

From the owner: Do you want to sing, play guitar or piano in the way you always dreamed of doing? Over 28 years…read moreI've found inside techniques and secrets to guide you faster, with more fun to that dream voice or playing that instrument with greater joy and satisfaction. What else can you ask for? Oh yeah, to be confident enough to put it out in the world for all to see. I'm here, let's do it!

I came to Elizabeth a complete novice with virtually no training. In no time at all, however,…read moreElizabeth Lavenue became the voice coach and a support system I didn't know I needed. Her unwavering kindness and support not only heightened my confidence in my voice, it elevated my confidence in myself. My journey with Elizabeth was both physical and deeply, deeply spiritual. Through repetitive vocal exercises I simultaneously built-up my range and broke down the barricades of self-doubt and hesitancy I didn't even know had been holding me back. I sing a lot now. I sing in my shower, I sing feeding my cat, I sing at work, I belt in my car, and, most importantly, I sing in front of others and don't give a darn what they think. Elizabeth will always be one of those special mentors. I'll never stop feeling thankful towards her and the gift that she gave me.