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Your Voice Is Like A Diamond!
Why Certified Fancy?
When my husband and I were shopping for wedding rings, we noticed that the rarer diamonds were labeled "Certified Fancy." This practice struck me as the perfect metaphor for the singing voice. There are many different kinds of diamonds, some rare in color and size, some small and yet precious. Not every voice is like the Hope Diamond, so rare it needs to be on display for the world. EVERY VOICE, however, is a diamond that, with the polishing touch of a master with the right tools, can sparkle, be admired, and bring joy for generations to come.
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Let me help you achieve the polished voice you've always dreamed of, and find the right setting in which to shine.
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What We Offer
Private Voice Lessons
The goal of voice lessons is to transform your voice and help you achieve complete mastery.
Career Coaching
We offer career coaching, vocal evaluations, accent coaching, and recording coaching to help you advance your career.
Group Voice Lessons
The goal of group classes is to build your voice and your social circle, and for you to experience the sheer joy of making music with others.
"I learned more with Vanessa in one lesson, than I did in my previous three years of training combined."
Daisy Stone | Park City, UT
How Do You Want to Use Your Voice?
Vocal Performance Career Prep​
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You're in middle school or high school, and you want to pursue a degree in voice
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You are prepping for an audition for a show/competition/college
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You’re attending college and need proper diction support for German, French, or Italian
Music Professionals
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You teach music or choir, and would like to improve your own voice and elevate your teaching
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You’re a professional who wants to refine your technique, or you need someone to listen to you again because bad habits have crept in
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You studied vocal performance back in the day. You would like to get back in shape after taking time off
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You are currently performing and just need occasional check ins
Singing As A Hobby or Self-Care
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You love to sing and want to excel because it makes you happy
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You are looking for a social outlet that allows you to do something you love
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You're in a choir or band and want to contribute better vocals
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You have no career ambitions, you are singing because it is super fun self-care
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You are participating in a beauty pageant and want to work on your talent portion
Vocal Recovery
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Does your voice hurt or feel tired after singing?
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Did you have oral or nasal surgery and now it doesn't feel right?
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Do you feel you have a very limited range?
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Have you been diagnosed with vocal nodules?
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Do any of these describe you?
Check below to see if you're a good fit for my working style.
What Makes Us a Perfect Fit?
What Makes Us a Poor Fit?
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You have a desire to really know music and master singing
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You wish you could trust your voice teacher to give you positive AND honest feedback
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You know that getting good at any skill takes consistent work, and are looking for a meticulous technician to make it worth your time
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Singing is connected to your soul. Often technical issues are rooted in mental stumbling blocks. You understand that I will identify the technical and mental stumbling blocks standing between you and mastery
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You enjoy a bit of slapstick humor
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You are willing to take responsibility for your progress and success
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You are forcing your child/partner to take lessons for their own good
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You have an audition only 2 weeks away and need a letter of recommendation
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You don't want to take any risks
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You are easily startled and prefer a calm and soft-spoken instructor
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You want to sing heavy metal, hard rock, or Jazz (classical technique will give you full mastery of your voice which helps Jazz, but I don't teach Jazz)
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You just want to be told you're awesome and are not open to change
We will work together well if you can identify with the following.
If you found yourself nodding along to the description with green highlights for the "Perfect Fit" you're in the right place. Whether you want to sing without strain in your living room, or make singing your career, I can help you reach the best version of your vocal ability.
"I always look forward to my voice lesson. I’m bummed when I can’t attend."
Kate Marshall | UT
