Absolutely. The most common myth I hear is that people think they're "tone deaf." This usually isn't true. Studies show that only about 4% of the population actually has this condition. Most pitch problems are skills gaps that can be fixed with the right approach. The VoiceCraft method gives you practical tools to match pitch, develop your ear, and sing melodies accurately. Even students who've spent decades believing they couldn't carry a tune discover they can sing in tune within weeks of starting our work together.

In your 30-minute session, we'll talk about your goals with singing, listen to your current voice, and identify the specific habits limiting your singing. You'll experience what proper vocal coordination feels like, making sounds you never knew you could produce. You'll leave with a clear picture of your vocal potential and a personalized plan for development, whether you continue with lessons or not.

You'll notice exciting changes in your very first session. The real magic happens when you commit to the process. Your voice develops through consistent practice of the exercises I assign between lessons. My students who practice 3-5 times weekly see remarkable growth. The pursuit of vocal mastery is a journey, not a sprint. But here's the good news: most students are pleasantly surprised by how much better they sound after just 3 months of following the system. I give you the tools; your practice brings the transformation.

Many of my students tried other approaches first. They watched countless YouTube tutorials with conflicting advice that they didn't know how to apply or couldn't tell if they were doing it right. They worked with teachers who couldn't figure out how to help them.

The VoiceCraft method is different because it:

- Pinpoints exactly what's holding YOUR voice back

- Provides exercises that target YOUR specific challenges

- Explains WHY each technique works, not just WHAT to do

- Adapts songs to fit YOUR unique voice right now

At the VoiceCraft studio, we believe in singing at the “Speed of Fun,” which is louder than your inner critic and faster than your worry! Learning to sing is reinforced with play, curiosity, and sometimes silly exploration. Laughter is a familiar sound here. Distraction helps you stop overthinking and stumble upon greatness.

Most vocal problems result from trying too hard, not from a lack of effort. Together, we'll chip away at self-sabotaging habits and the less-than-helpful inner critic.

My students often say their biggest breakthrough wasn't technical—it was learning to get out of their own way and rediscover the joy of making sound without fear.

We'll start from where you are. For many beginners, that means learning to match pitch—the fundamental skill that enhances all other technical work.

The VoiceCraft method includes a 'singing by numbers' system, which is a simplified way of reading sheet music. It assigns a number to each note, making it easier for beginners to understand and follow. This system makes reading sheet music accessible even for complete beginners.

I provide resources to strengthen your pitch memory (what musicians call "audiation")—your ability to hear a note in your head and reproduce it with your voice. This internal sense of where pitches belong develops rapidly with the proper understanding and resources, even if you've never read a note of music before.

Many of my students choose online lessons for their convenience—no commute means you save valuable time and can learn from anywhere. Online sessions can be recorded for later review, giving you the ability to revisit techniques and exercises whenever you need them. They're also perfect for those days when the weather turns bad or when you're feeling slightly under the weather but still want your lesson.

Both formats lead to excellent results with the VoiceCraft approach. I've designed specific techniques to make virtual lessons highly effective, adapting exercises to work beautifully in the online environment. While some beginners may find subtle advantages to in-person sessions for certain aspects of pitch development, online students often develop stronger independent singing skills as they learn to sing without accompaniment more frequently. You'll make significant progress either way!

Many students come to me with no desire to perform on stage. They simply want to enjoy singing without self-consciousness—in the shower, in the car, or with friends.

That said, I encourage all students to set goals that motivate their practice. Some find that our optional student recitals (held several times yearly) provide gentle motivation. These casual gatherings create low-pressure deadlines for preparation, allow you to learn by watching others, and yes, the applause feels pretty great. The choice to perform in these recitals is yours. I’ll be there to support, whether you want to perform in front of many or just your house plants.

Consistency matters more than duration. My most successful students practice 15-20 minutes, 3-5 times per week. During each lesson, we record your personalized exercises as voice memos on your phone, so you can sing along wherever you are.

These aren't cookie-cutter one-size-fits-all warm-ups—they're targeted exercises that build specific skills your voice needs right now. Each week, we adjust and progress these exercises as your voice and skills grow. Repetition is truly the mother of learning when it comes to singing. The habits you build through consistent practice become your new default.