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Certified Coaches

NeuroVocal Method® certified coaches can be found in ten countries around the world! 

 

Along with their NeuroVocal Method® certification, these coaches have degrees and certifications from dozens of voice and music education organizations. 

​You'll find that each coach has their own unique approach. 

 

Any NVM coach will incorporate NeuroVocal Method® brain-centric principles to guide you to a terrific range, dazzling volume, and singing-for-days vocal stamina!

Boise

Angie Marianthi

Campfire Music Collective

Boise, Idaho, USA

Angie Marianthi is a musician, teacher, and creative entrepreneur. In 2015 she founded Boise Music Lessons, a boutique studio that teaches adults and families to connect through campfire songs. Through Boise Music Lessons, Angie uses music as a tool to build and strengthen communities, and works to dispel the myth that you have to be inherently “musical” in order to play an instrument. Combining her Bachelor of Arts in Music, Masters of Health Science in Health Promotion, and yoga teacher certifications, Angie has created a unique course curriculum that allows musical enthusiasts to play together, either in-person or virtually, at any stage of the learning process. Her innovative teaching and business practices have been featured by Good Morning America, the Idaho Press Tribune, Music Studio Startup, The Happy Musicians Podcast, and more.
Annondale

Christie Sanchez Phillips

Exhale

Annondale, VA

Beginning with an enlistment in the prestigious United States Navy Band Sea Chanters Chorus, Christie spent those two decades as a singer/performer while simultaneously applying her musical and performing knowledge and experience to the art of teaching, both for individuals and groups, voice and piano. She has found the recipe for the S2C methodology to have a delightful similarity to what is needed for supporting voice and piano students as well - namely, the automation of motor skills guided and supported by sensory feedback and motivated by cognitively stimulating material. Christie holds two music degrees including an MM in Voice Pedagogy from George Mason University.
West Roxbury

Katie Jillson

The Growing Musician

Boston, MA

I am a Boston-based singer, pianist, and NeuroVocal Method® Certified Coach. My musical journey began in the classical world, where I completed undergraduate and graduate studies at conservatory and spent many years performing in churches, chamber ensembles, opera, and oratorio before discovering my greatest passion—coaching singers. Like many classically trained musicians, I initially coached from the perspective of my own education. But my students arrived with different goals. They wanted to sing the music that inspired them—from musical theatre to the songs they heard on the radio. Their curiosity reminded me of my own beginnings, when I simply loved to sing. I became determined to understand singers before guiding them: what they hear and feel, what inspires them, and what they hope to discover through singing. Discovering the NeuroVocal Method® deepened that approach by giving me a brain-centered framework for supporting vocal learning through exploration, adaptability, and authentic expression. I’m fascinated by the human brain’s capacity to learn, adapt, and grow through music. I strive to create an environment where each person feels welcomed, supported, and empowered to explore. As a pianist, I also specialize in coaching singing pianists, helping them develop the independence to accompany themselves and express themselves as complete musicians. My goal is whole-person coaching that nurtures vocal growth alongside confidence, artistry, creativity, and trust in one’s own authentic voice.
Saskatoon

Licensed Instructor Sonia Reid

Sonia Reid Studios Inc.

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

I have had the privilege of performing and providing vocal instruction for well over 25 years. I studied classical singing while completing my Music degree and every day went home to my Gospel, Soul and R&B filled household. A few years after completing my degree I made the complete switch back to the genres that filled my soul. The focus of my studio is to provide my clients of ALL popular styles with good vocal and musical foundations while encouraging their uniqueness. I continue to perform to stay relevant and aware of the challenges of today’s artist. Lessons are offered online and in-person. Head over to my website and book your Discovery Consult so we can chat about your vocal goals and how I can help you. I'm available for group presentations and workshops via the Meet the Team page on this site.
Shawnee

Melissa Kamm

Silver Lining Arts Academy

Shawnee, OK

Growing up performing in church, I realized how that helped me to overcome major performance anxiety and develop confidence. Now I have performed in many operas and musicals, sang recitals, and performed with orchestras. I have been the musical director for shows and have led worship in several churches. All because of the confidence I obtained performing as a young person. I want to help other students gain the confidence they need to share their best voice. Being certified as a Neuro-vocal Method teacher has given me more confidence in my own voice as well as my teaching studio! With more than 30 years of teaching and performing, I look forward to 30 more years!
Nashville

Audrey Franklin Perry

Creative Music Center

Nashville, TN

I LOVE what I do! I have had the incredible opportunity to be a vocal coach for 16 years. I can not tell you what it means to me to see a face light up that says, "I didn't know my voice could do that!" Let me help you find that confidence in your own unique voice!
Wheeling

Hilary Feldman

HAF VoiceWorks

Chicago, IL, USA

After a few years in the classical realm, singing with symphony choirs et al, I transitioned into the professional theatre world, where I worked steadily for over a decade. In 2003, I discovered solo cabaret, my true artistic home, and have enjoyed an active performing life as a soloist ever since. For more about my performance credentials, visit www.HilaryAnnFeldman.com.​ Through it all, I’ve been a teacher and coach. And, as I believe teachers should be, I have also been a constant student — continually expanding my knowledge of all things voice, mastering different styles of singing, conquering the business and technical aspects of this career — and sharing all I have with my students. To my 30 years of teaching and 35 years as a professional performing artist, I bring with me degrees in music theory, vocal performance, and music production/recording engineering, as well as an Estill certification and a certification as a NeuroVocal coach, in my opinion a game changer for teaching and learning voice. I work with professional vocalists, aspiring professional vocalists, and serious hobbyists on the complete continuum, from functional to optimal. I offer everything from vocal technique and song interpretation, to creating your solo show or landing the part, through booking the gig and signing the contract. I love solving problems, sharing knowledge, connecting dots, and helping vocalists become the artists they want to be.
Owen Sound

Kelda Mikalson

Kelda Mikalson Voice

Owen Sound, Ontario

Kelda Mikalson has had a life full of singing, cycling, and beautiful chaos. She received her Bachelor of Music in the windy coulees of Lethbridge, and then hopped a train east to try her luck. Kelda now lives in Owen Sound, Ontario, where she has found a supportive and wonderfully strange community. Kelda has a long history of singing in choirs, performing solo, and acting in musicals. She was a member of The A Cappella Chamber Choir of Port Elgin and has competed in the Kiwanis Festival in Owen Sound and at the Provincial level in the National qualifying class. She has put on independent historical and cabaret shows and performed with the Owen Sound Little Theatre and the Lighthouse Swing Band of Kincardine. She performs as often as possible and loves teaching all ages and singing whatever pops into her head. Kelda began teaching at the 8th St Music Factory in the old Fromager’s Music store and has continued with the Long and McQuade Lesson Centre. Kelda provides private lessons and small group classes at her studio at the Harmony Centre. Everyone has a voice. Kelda’s goal in lessons is to help you use that voice comfortably and love your own sounds. Whether you are an experienced singer who loves contemporary music, church solos, or art songs or a beginner who wants to be more confident at karaoke or around the campfire, you are welcome at Sing with Kelda.
Norfolk

Louise Tingley

Creative Singing Studios

Norfolk, United Kingdom

Originally from Australia, now based in the UK, I am a Multi-Disciplinary Artist, and Voice Coach (of over 20 years), with additional certifications as a Music Therapist, Life and Business Coach / Mentor. I kind of fell into the world of voice coaching at quite a young age thanks to my voice coaches (Opera Singers, Jon Weaving & Monique Brynell), who (it seemed) were forever recommending students to me. It wasn't all sunshine and roses though! While I had received a part-scholarship to study a Bachelor of Music, majoring in opera performance, at the Victorian College of Arts at just 17 years of age(!) as I was about to enter my final year, I received the very serious diagnosis of a brain tumour which forced me to withdraw from my studies and focus on my treatment and recovery. Throughout my treatment, I noticed severe changes to my voice. My voice coaches didn't know how to help, and my neurologist couldn't help with the vocal aspect, yet posed some very curious and interesting questions which prompted me to explore the intricate connections between the brain, body, and the voice - something I'm always learning more about! Combining my own personal experience, along with my (continually evolving) professional expertise, my primary purpose for continuing to coach aspiring singers & songwriters is to help others navigate vocal challenges they may be experiencing, offering compassionate and informed guidance, and I'm thrilled to be a NeuroVoice Coach and part of this elite community!
Chicago

NVM Founder Meredith Colby

Meredith Colby, Vocal Coach

Chicago, IL, USA

Meredith Colby is a musician, vocal coach, innovator, professional presenter, and creative disrupter. She has over three decades of experience as a vocal coach for clients ranging from beginning singers to touring professionals. She is the developer of NeuroVocal Method®, which she’s been teaching to other voice professionals since 2016. She is the author of "Money Notes: How to Sing High, Loud, Healthy, and Forever", the first book to bring neuroscience into voice training, and "Your Brain Sings Before You Do," the first book to introduce neurodidactics to voice training. Colby is available for speaking engagements, presentations, and workshops via this site.
Yarmouth

Bethany Turpin

Bethany Turpin Music Studio

Yarmouth, Nova Scotia

Whether your child loves singing around the house, dreams of performing on stage, or is simply curious about using their voice, singing lessons can be a joyful way to build confidence, creativity, and musical skills. At Bethany Turpin Music Studio, singing lessons are designed to help children and teens (and the occasional adult) grow as musicians in a supportive, encouraging environment. Every lesson combines solid vocal technique with creativity, exploration, and age-appropriate learning, so students develop healthy singing habits while discovering what makes their own voice unique. Rather than relying on drills alone, lessons include games, movement, creative activities, and musical exploration that help students understand new concepts in meaningful ways. As students grow, lessons evolve with them—introducing more advanced technique while keeping curiosity and creativity at the heart of the learning process.
Calgary

Jocelyn Bouwkamp

Encore Music Lessons

Calgary, AB

Jocelyn Bouwkamp is a private voice and piano teacher who began her musical education with piano lessons at the age of 5. After becoming involved in her school production of “Annie,” she fell in love with singing and began taking formal voice training at age 14. She performed regularly in Concert Choirs and Vocal Jazz, as well as other Musical Theatre Productions. Jocelyn then went on to receive her Bachelor of Music Degree in Voice Performance from the University of Alberta Augustana Campus, where she regularly performed solos in choir, as well as solo recitals. In 2017 Jocelyn graduated from Western University with her Masters of Music where was she was involved in opera, recitals, masterclasses, and was the Soprano II Section Leader of New St. James Presbyterian Church. Jocelyn regularly performs throughout Calgary in private recitals and donates her time by singing for the Living With Cancer Society. Past roles include Pamina (The Magic Flute), Gretel (Hansel and Gretel), and Maria (West Side Story). Jocelyn knows that every student is different, and that lessons should be focused on creating individual goals and addressing their own personal needs. Jocelyn is a Neurovocal Certified Coach, and is excited about what her new skills and ideas can bring to her students. Outside of music, Jocelyn enjoys reading, petting her kitty Nikita, running, and most of all spending time with her four young kiddos.
Wheaton

Kitty Karn

Kitty Karn Core Sound

Wheaton, IL

I’m Kitty, voice coach/teacher, singer, actor and music director and most of all, a safe and uplifting space holder for you to discover your vocal potential, whatever your age, previous singing experience, style preference and goals. With 40+ years of teaching and performing professionally (I started early!), I combine a ton of street cred with loads of formal training in Classical, Musical Theatre and Contemporary styles. My clients/students have ranged from young and mature beginners to professionals and everything in between. Rather than telling you HOW to sing, my superpower is the ability to gently, but consistently guide you to tune into to what you’re experiencing, so you can create a healthy and authentic voice that’s truly your own. Yup, it can be daunting, and it most definitely requires patience. But guess what? It’s also a blast!
Brisbane

Melissa Gill

Sing Studio

Brisbane, Queensland

At SING Studio, I specialise in helping singers unleash their voice and discover true vocal freedom. Whether you’re just beginning your vocal journey, returning to singing after a break, or you’re a professional wanting to push your boundaries, I offer personalised coaching that will have you singing with confidence, authenticity, and joy in no time. My mission is simple: to help you connect deeply with your voice and express yourself fully. I’m an experienced singer, performer, conductor, teacher and coach. But I’m also an experienced student of singing. I know what it’s like to be confused, blocked and frustrated – and how it feels to break through. I draw on this experience to be a more effective and supportive vocal coach for you. I help singers like you develop both the technical skill and the inner belief that allows you to thrive as a performer, whether you’re singing for yourself or on stage. My coaching isn’t just about technique—it’s about nurturing your inner voice, supporting your personal growth, and guiding you toward your next vocal goal. I coach because I’m passionate about helping singers like you unlock their full potential. I know that singing is about more than just technique—it’s about self-expression, confidence, and feeling empowered. I’ve seen firsthand the transformations that occur when singers break through mental and vocal barriers and fully embrace their unique voices. There’s nothing more fulfilling than watching a singer go from feeling uncertain to standing tall in their voice, ready to take on the world with newfound confidence and joy. I’m here to help you experience that same transformation, one step at a time.
Lisbon

Sheena Galpin

Sheena Galpin Vocal Studio

Lisbon, Portugal

Sheena Galpin is a UK vocal coach based in Carcavelos, Portugal. Sheena believes that every voice is unique and that effective vocal training begins with understanding the individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach. She particularly loves working with adults who once believed learning to sing would never be possible, beginners taking their first steps, and teenagers who are a little shy but love to sing. Having lived in Portugal, Austria, Russia, Ireland, and the UK, Sheena brings an international perspective to her teaching. She works with singers both in person and online and offers sessions in English, Portuguese, and Spanish. She is passionate about helping singers discover that their voice is capable of far more than they ever imagined. Becoming a certified NeuroVocal Method Coach has given Sheena even greater confidence in guiding singers to fulfil their vocal potential and experience more freedom, confidence, and joy in their singing.
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Money Notes, Inc.

Chicago, Illinois, USA

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