Vocal Exercise Tutorial

10 Tips for Choosing a

Rock/Pop Audition Song

Training for every voice!

COMMON QUESTION:

I really want to sing, but I’m not a professional or a performer. Should I take lessons?

Absolutely!

The voice is an instrument, just like the piano or violin. It requires understanding, coordination, and skill to use it well. Even the most accomplished professional singers did not simply “wake up” singing beautifully — they trained. Thoughtful, informed guidance makes an extraordinary difference in how efficiently and confidently someone learns.

Singing is also deeply personal. Unlike other instruments, your voice is uniquely yours. It is instantly recognizable. For many people, it feels closely tied to identity and self-expression. Learning to use it skillfully is not only a technical process — it can be profoundly empowering. When the voice functions freely and reliably, it opens access to emotional depth and expressive range that often cannot be reached any other way.

You do not need to be pursuing a career to deserve that experience.

With consistent practice and patient guidance, anyone can learn to sing with greater ease, strength, and beauty. Whether you plan to perform publicly or simply want to sing for your own fulfillment is entirely up to you.

Sing because it matters to you. That is more than enough.

Upper Range Exercises

Michelle creates highly customized lesson plans centered around your individual voice and goals.  Her holistic pedagogy is based on voice science, awareness techniques, and understanding of the voice as a whole-body instrument.   Whether you're aiming for a Tony, recording an album or striving to be a shower-singing superstar, Michelle can help you reach your goals! ​


Individual goals will vary, but lessons may include:

PROFESSIONALS:
- Advanced Vocal & Breathing Technique
- Audition Technique & Prep
- Audition Repertoire

- Recording Technique

- Proficiency in Various Genres
- Understanding Vocal Physiology, Health and Maintenance
- Overcoming Performance Anxiety

​NON-PROFESSIONALS
- Developing & Strengthening Your Instrument
- Understanding How Your Voice Works 
- Beginner-Intermediate-Advanced Vocal & Breathing Technique
- Overcoming Psychological and Emotional Obstacles
- How to Use Your Voice as a Means of Self Expression
- Finding Joy in Singing Meaningful Material

- Singing as a Path to Wellness

- (Yes - impressing your friends at karaoke is a valid goal!)