Testimonials
“Vanessa is a phenomenal singer and voice teacher. She is able to assess with expert precision exactly what is going on with your voice and how to reach your goals. It’s similar to a personal training session in that she shows you the proper way to engage with your anatomy and recognize the connections between physical technique and sound.
Exploring uncharted territory with your voice can be uncomfortable and embarrassing. You have to be willing to sound ridiculous and awful, and Vanessa’s vibe is exactly what I needed to have fun with that and belly-laugh my way through. Can’t recommend her highly enough. I always thought I couldn’t sing tenor or get over my vocal break,and feel I have been introduced to parts of my voice I didn’t know existed!”
— Robby Hill
“I am not much of singer and so I was not sure what to think when coming to a lesson with Vanessa. I mean I'm kidding nobody by imagining myself to be a strong singer (despite my infinite confidence on my karaoke machine as a child and my role plays involving my barbie and the rocker dolls). I never felt uncomfortable or shy working with Vanessa, nor did I ever feel embarrassed by my voice with her. She has this ability to make you feel completely at ease, trying things you normally might be shy to try, and her tips and exercises help you to discover your strengths and the ranges that you can access. Time singing with her feels empowering and as someone who has trauma and who has at times struggled with speaking my truth , I have been surprised by how healing singing with her can be. Sessions can feel deeply emotional and I have come to realize how much tone indicates to us how we are internally doing. I have to admit I wasn't sure if someone as novice as me would get much from singing with Vanessa, however I have come to realize that she not only has a gift that of course can help professional singers improve on stage, but she also is doing a form of somatic psychotherapy by helping people to feel more confident in their voices overall (which for a woman can often be very healing). Thank you Vanessa for what you do, it is much needed (especially in the world right now). I cannot recommend Vanessa enough both for those who are professional singers, but also for those who are just looking to have a little fun or explore more aspects of themselves.”
- Heather Dickison
“I started taking lessons with Vanessa last year in preparation for the recording of my solo songwriting project. She truly gets it and more importantly, she gets ME! She's so supportive and patient. She understands how the voice is connected to our emotional selves. It's unlike any instrument in that way and she has helped me feel that at my core. I've learned so much already. We've made it this far thru the good, bad and yes, the ugly parts of it! It's hard to give up control and let yourself sing! But she has done that for me thru her skill and expert guidance. I am so grateful for her. I look forward to continuing to learn from her for years to come.”
— Robin Brown
“Vanessa is the best vocal coach I have ever worked with. She understands my voice. She has worked with me to improve my range with encouragement but also with discipline, structuring exercises to sure I improve. She will not let me go past an exercise without my doing it correctly, sometimes many times in a row, correcting me with ways that help. Her diligent but kind efforts have worked for me and I find my voice much improved.”
- Irene Fyler
“My Vocal Coach Vanessa Schilling, has helped me so much throughout the past 5 years of teaching. She’s helped me cross many milestones through my bass, baritone, and now jumping into tenor ranges of singing. She’s very patient and passionate about helping me as much as I am myself. She’s the definition of loyal, caring, and kind. I don’t know where I would be without her and her help.”
. - Tommy Briceno
“Vanessa has elevated my singing to levels I could have never imagined! I have been working with her for almost 2 years now. Her style of vocal coaching has taught me how to sing high and low notes in key effortlessly and naturally. As a busy mom, doing the lessons online enables me to fit them at a time that is convenient for my schedule. Vanessa is highly knowledgeable, a pleasure to work with, and I highly recommend her!”
— Maranda Mulvey
“Seriously, I have never met a more thorough and educating vocal coach. She explains the reasoning and physics behind every lesson and technique! I was shocked that after only one lesson I was able to unlock a part of my voice I never realized was there! I got a package of 10 lessons and honestly can say I should’ve bought more(and I plan to) Haha. I definitely will be a forever customer! I highly recommend Vanessa Schilling’s lessons / courses for all ages.”
— Holly Dabkowsky