"I wanted to thank you for all the help and guidance. Working with you and listening to all of your knowledge and teaching concerning the voice has been a blessing."

DM

"Thank you for teaching me so much and helping me become a better singer. You’re an amazing teacher, and you’ve made me improve so much over the course of my time with you and made me gain confidence in myself."

IC

"I am so grateful for your teaching this semester. You are an amazing teacher, and I feel as though I have grown so much as a musician because of you."

GC

"I just wanted to say thank you so very much for what you’ve taught me over the years. I feel like you have shown me and taught me things about my voice that I truly did not know existed, and for that, I am grateful."

AM

"Thank you so much for being an amazing voice teacher. I have learned so much from you, and I’ve also made many major developments vocally. I am so fortunate to have worked with you. I admire your organization and wonderful teaching techniques. Thank you."

JK

"I am so glad that I got to spend the best four years of my life in your studio. You taught me almost everything I know about singing, and I don’t think I would be where I am today if it weren’t for you. One thing I especially appreciate is that you motivate me to want to do even better each time we have a lesson. I think that is partly because I can tell how much it means to you that I work hard. I’ve had some of my happiest moments in your studio. You’re teaching style is amazing."

LM

"We have the utmost respect for your knowledge of vocal music and technique, as well as your ability to communicate as you guide and inspire a young person. What you do is a wonderful gift. Our daughter is making study and lasting improvement, and we also see her growing in confidence and expressiveness. We feel so fortunate that her daughter has been able to work with you and look forward to the future. (From the parents of a student.)

NW

"I’m going to be honest – you have been an amazing teacher. There!! I have said it!! It’s true. I tend to be slower to fully warm up to new instructors – especially for voice – but the second you sang for us, I was fully convinced that you would be the best teacher for me. It was your approach and singing. It had elements that I recognized that I wanted – line, the shine, the richness. I am honored to be your student, and I am honored that you agreed to be my teacher. You have taught me so much – even more than I could’ve dreamed – you pushed me to knock on some doors because, as you say, you never know who’s going to answer. You were right!"

OS

"I cannot thank you enough for the impact you have had on my voice, but also my life. Every time I came to a lesson, you were a constant bright light. A sense of comfort came from that consistency and goodness that reassured me that things were moving in a positive direction. The guidance, kindness, and encouragement have truly changed my life, and for that, I cannot fully express my gratitude. Thank you."

KC

"Thank you for giving me a whole new voice and for always being there for me. I will never forget you and your kindness."

LM

"I want you to know how much I appreciate being a student in your studio. I learned so much valuable knowledge from you. I cannot thank you enough for putting me into shape and helping me develop a better technique."

CR

"I cannot begin to conceptualize all that you have taught me over the past two years and how much it will help me in the years to follow. Thank you for helping me reach places I never dreamed of and for being the kind of teacher who cares so much about each and every student."

CF

"This year, I have learned more than I thought I ever could, and that is thanks to you. I have grown as a performer and a person from being in your studio. Thank you for changing my life."

MH

"You have no idea how secure your technique makes me feel. I know I still have far to go, but I still have a sense that I began at the right place with the right teacher. Thank you for listening, understanding, and guiding me."

MW

"I’ve learned more vocally with you than I have learned in all of my previous training. Whenever people ask what is the best thing about Interlochen, I don’t hesitate to answer with, “I have the best voice teacher.” You truly are wonderful, and you’ll never fail to lift sprits."

EB

"Thank you so much for everything. You are the most gifted, talented educator I’ve ever worked with. You are so friendly, supportive, understanding, and awesome. There’s nothing more I would or could ever ask for a teacher. I learned so much from you this year—how to sing, but more importantly, to gain perspective."

PL

"Thank you so much for all you’ve done for me this year. I feel like giving me such a solid foundation technique that I will continue to build on. You’ve been supportive, and I will not hesitate to call you in the future."

IG

"My daughter was extremely fortunate to have had two years under your vocal tutelage. Every once in a while, a teacher inspires and makes an indelible impression on their student. You certainly have done that with my daughter. She has not only grown through her voice but also through her maturation as a person, which you encouraged and nurtured. I could never have seen the estimable impact on the formation of my daughter's true calling. My husband and I are deeply indebted to you."

(AK - The mother of a student.)

"You are a great teacher! I have learned so much from you over a year. My voice has matured. I have learned new strategies and ways to use my voice. I can tell a big difference when I’m singing. You’ve helped me get through this year with your help and high spirits—it has helped me get through. It’s been a pleasure working with you."

AB

"You have gone above and beyond what a teacher should do for his students. You are an excellent teacher, a great person and a friend to me. I am thankful for everything."

AM

"I’ll have a big head start when I start college next fall, plus I’ve had the best experiences of my life. Thank you. "

KM