Kate has been my high schooler voice lessons for about a year. It has been one of the highlights of…read moremy daughters school year. We always knew she had vocal talent, but she had no formal training and under Kate's direction she has flourished. Kate is extremely positive and nurturing which has really helped my daughter come out of her shell and take risks to audition, perform solos, etc. Kate is also a dream to deal with from a parent perspective - lessons are at your own home and she's very forgiving with our constantly changing schedule. I would highly recommend Kate for children and adults, regardless of your vocal aspirations.

My husband found Kate on Craiglist as we were looking for a vocals teacher for our middle school…read moreaged daughter, as she was preparing a number for the school talent show. I used to sing when in high school and college and my husband is also very musical, but we were struggling with working with our daughter on her vocals, as she just was not as open to feedback from us (I'm sure other parents can relate!), so we figured a teacher would be better. Our daughter immediately clicked with Kate and just LOVED working with her from the start. Kate has helped her make incredible strides in her vocal ability over the last year, bringing her true voice out! In fact, she just finished her performance as one of the leads in the school musical Once on This Island (see photo posted by Kate), and I'm certain that her work with Kate made a big difference! Kate has also acted as a life coach (my daughter's description, not mine!) as she's helped her work through times when she was lacking confidence or second guessing herself in her song selections. Not only is Kate a fantastic vocals teacher, but she's also a wonderful person that we have all come to adore and consider a friend! I can't recommend her enough.

OMG. The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly The good: location,…read morecost and flexible schedule (you can go every week or every other week) I love that! The Bad: Very commercial The Ugly: They use high-pressure tactics /Hard sell techniques, which I found very off-putting.

I've been taking lessons with Christina since about 2018 and knew from our first meeting that I was…read morein the presence of someone special - for real. She makes learning fun, accessible and pushes me to do things with my voice I never thought possible! Before lessons I honestly never knew there was so much to learn about how to use your voice as an instrument and I've grown so much as a vocalist in my time with her! Beyond being an amazing vocal coach, she is a beyond fabulous human being with a passionate, and creative soul. I'm so lucky to have found her and beyond happy to be a member of this amazing Songbird community!!

Chelsea was prompt in her communication and was readily available. She was able to solve my issue…read moreand would definitely recommend her services as she is knowledgeable in her field.

It was really important for us to select a piano teacher who could help inject the love of learning…read moreto play, appreciating and enjoying both the music and the instrument. Piano should be a passion and a hobby and not a chore. Chelsea delivers on that and more. She's become a family friend who has seen our son develop his talents over the many years. We really appreciate her easy-to-work-with style and her ability to allow our son to choose his musical selections while still providing challenge and growth. He's improved his playing tremendously since having her as a teacher. The convenience of having her visit our home to deliver her lessons is also a wonderful plus. Thank you so much for all that you do Chelsea!

I've been with Tracey about 8 years now (I followed her from when she was at another studio because…read moreshe is just that good!). Not only is she an amazing vocal coach who has really helped my voice reach new heights, but she's one of my favorite people on the planet. She has a special talent for knowing how to tune lessons in a relatable way for me, which has really improved my vocal technique. Lessons with her are technical, spiritual, and therapeutic at the same time. I sang and performed a good amount when I was a kid, but something about adulthood also makes you more fearful of putting yourself out there. She's helped me overcome this and I've since sang at bar karaoke nights, as well as one of the performance workshops she holds for students. If you're on the fence about taking lessons, I say DO IT!

My teenage child worked with Tracey to broaden their vocal range and learn more about singing rock…read moremusic (they were trained in classic, choral techniques). Tracey did a great job of increasing their confidence and getting them excited to sing again. She is an incredibly supportive and enthusiastic teacher. Also, I appreciate Tracey's flexibility scheduling around summer plans.

If you are in search of the very best violin or voice teacher, look no further! Cheryl is truly the…read morebest there is! She is patient, caring, and very articulate in her instruction. My son is autistic, and has really thrived with her help. Words cannot express how thankful I am to have found her!

I have been studying voice with Cheryl for two years now, and she is the best! She is a kind,…read morenurturing, and knowledgeable teacher, and I have been able to deepen my understanding of vocal technique under her tutelage and expertise. I highly recommend Merced Manor Music Studio for voice, violin, and music students of any level!

Anna has been giving me vocal lessons for almost a year. She is very qualified and is an excellent…read moreteacher. She's very patient, which is especially important to me since I am a beginner. She also is able to assess where exactly I am vocally, so that she doesn't push me too hard and get me frustrated and she doesn't leave me bored because the material is not challenging enough. She accesses that sweet spot. Her voice is incredible and it is a joy to get to listen to her sing, which she will do sometimes if I ask. I love also going out to see her in her public performances. She has brought me from not being able to sing at all to being a lot more confident and able to carry a tune. And I even noticed changes in my speaking voice. I'm going to continue with Anna for a long time. I can't wait to see where she can take my voice in the future!

I took singing lessons from Shannon and loved it. Her approach is fun, low-pressure, and effective…read more She taught me how to get better sound from my voice, plus the breathing exercises she taught me helped me with public speaking. Even a few hours with Shannon is a great investment. She's a true professional artist who is sharing her art and knowledge with the community. I highly recommend lessons with Shannon for anyone who wants to get more enjoyment from music, become a stronger public speaker, or if you just want to have fun with singing!

Shannon has been my singing teacher for years! I love singing with her. My voice has evolved and…read moregrown and I've enjoyed every minute with her! Patricia

We have been so lucky to have Jennifer as Luke's piano teacher for the past two years. He is 7 now,…read moreand Jennifer has done a wonderful job fostering his growth, with a real focus on musicality and exploring a diverse range of music. As a parent, I really appreciate that she shares detailed notes after every class with specific practice instructions. It makes our daily practice sessions at home much more effective and manageable. The regular studio recitals every six months are also a highlight--they have been incredibly helpful for building Luke's confidence and performance experience. Highly recommended!

Ms. Lee is an outstanding piano teacher. My 9-year-old expressed interest in studying piano over…read moreone year ago, and Ms. Lee was the perfect first teacher! As a former piano minor in college, I was very picky. I had "tried out" several other piano teachers for my daughter. Ultimately, I chose Ms. Lee because of her warmth, her gentle, encouraging approach, and her attention to teaching the fundamentals (correct form, posture, theory, etc). My daughter loved her and looked forward to each lesson. Even though she played "simple" pieces, they were always fun and interesting. They kept her engaged and willing to practice. What I loved is that Ms. Lee also developed her musicality and her appreciation of music. I was impressed at how much my daughter advanced in a short period of time. Unfortunately, we moved out of the area, but she graciously continued her lessons virtually until we found a new teacher. As a parent, I loved how she was so communicative with the parents and how organized she was (e.g. Google doc notes for every lesson, online theory practice, easy invoicing for payments, studio classes, makeup lessons, and recitals). Not all teachers are so organized (I have three kids who all play instruments), and I appreciated how easy it was to work with her. And... Ms. Lee also still performs, too, with local Bay Area groups - she plays beautifully, always performing at the recitals. She's an amazing teacher, and my daughter (and I) were really sad to leave her. Thank you for everything, Ms. Lee!