Classical and Contemporary
Technique for Singers

Welcome!

You want to:

  • rock that musical theatre audition/role
  • master that classical art song or aria
  • unleash your inner diva/divo 
  • take your craft seriously, but have fun in the process
  • bring your vocal chops up to par with your kickin’ songwriting skills
  • let go of tension and fear and LET YOUR VOICE THRIVE…

Well then, friend, you are in the right place.

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Let Your Voice Thrive!

EVS is a supportive, fun and creative place to release your individual voice, personality, and artistry through the study of sound vocal pedagogy and excellent quality music in a variety of styles and genres.     

EVS Students are frequently preparing for serious music endeavors, including musical theatre auditions and role preparation, college placement and scholarship auditions, professional gigs, contests, cabaret & coffeehouse performances and more.  And there is nothing we love more than seeing and hearing EVS singers THRIVE on stage!

You Write the Songs!

Singer song-writers are some of my favorite people! I love hearing someone’s heart poured out in their own words and in their own voice.  If you write songs, voice study will help you learn to sing them with confidence, knowing your voice won’t tire out and that audience will understand you.  And a big bonus: you’ll learn to release yourself from the confines of one or two keys that are in your “sweet spot.” Range expansion happens in almost every case of voice study. Let’s let that voice expand your emotional capabilities during performance!

Support of Young Singers

Young singers of all ages need support and guidance at home to be successful in music lessons. Setting up regular and effective practice routines is paramount, and we’ll talk about how to best facilitate that.  Singers also need to feel supported in their live performances and auditions, and here at EVS, we make every attempt to attend those performances whenever possible.

people talk

See what grads and current students have said about their work at EVS

You have challenged me to go further with my music and voice, and have helped me improve so much! Thanks for your flexibility and your HUMOR, but most of all, thanks for always believing in me!
Amanda Tahnk-Johnson
EVS & NYU Tisch grad Cruise Ship Singer Performer
I have so much to thank you for... You have helped me grow so much over the past couple of years. I have enjoyed working with you so much! Thank you for always supporting and believing in me and my abilities. I would not be where I am today without you!
Natalie Ward
EVS & U of MN School of Music graduate
I have so much respect for you as a musician, coach, and person. Thank you for seeing the potential in me that I didn't see in myself, and bringing out more than I ever thought I could offer.
Charlie
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EVS Grad & Former Member of Fundamentally Sound at UW Madison
"When I first started lessons with you, I had no idea that, in addition to a teacher, I was gaining an irreplaceable mentor and friend. You have helped me develop a great foundation of technique and knowledge...I am inspired by the example you have set for me as an educator, and your encouragement has helped me grow so much more than I ever thought possible."
Lauren
EVS Class of 2008
Now Asst. Theatre Director, MHS
"Thank you for all you have done for me. You inspire, drive and motivate me to be a better performer every time I step into your studio! Thank you for making me laugh every week and for showing me that my voice is so much more dynamic than I could have ever imagined."
Lillian
Current Student
Twin Cities Actor/Singer
"It has been a pleasure studying with you! You have been such a great support system throughout the past two years! I cannot thank you enough for recognizing my vocal injury and sending me to Bob (Grider) for help. My life has changed, and I can continue in the theatre world because of my vocal health. I cannot thank you enough for your advice and teaching."
Danny
EVS Class of 2013
Went on to Illinois Wesleyen Univ. Actor/Singer based out of NYC
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