This review is LONG overdue. I had the pleasure of working with Shari as my vocal coach for several years. I stopped lessons a while ago due to my own scheduling conflicts, but I still hope to restart one day--I miss working with her! Shari is not only highly trained professional vocal coach but also an all-around wonderful person. She has a unique ability to connect with her students, no matter their skill level. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced singer, Shari meets you where you are and helps you grow in ways you didn't think possible. Her lessons are thoughtfully tailored to your goals, style, and voice, and the improvements I saw in my singing were incredible - several of my friends even commented on it. Shari's guidance had such a noticeable impact on the quality of my voice, and every session with her was the highlight of my week. She's patient, supportive, and so encouraging. If you're looking for a vocal coach who is knowledgeable, approachable, and passionate about singing and vocal performance, Shari is the one. I cannot recommend her enough! read more

Shari is wonderful. She has been coaching my 10 year old daughter for several months now via zoom, and while zoom can be a challenge, my daughter has advanced rapidly, and has a real confidence in her singing that wasn't there before. Shari is not just guiding her singing, but teaching her about the science behind singing and music theory, empowering my daughter with knowledge beyond just "sing it like this." She's also very kind and patient, she treats my daughter like a colleague, not a kid. We love her, you will too! read more

A longggg overdue review. Never did I know that when I started singing with Shari that all those years would amount to her helping me prepare for the most special day of my life! I was nervous but Shari and I developed a plan to help me perform a song as a surprise for my husband. It was so special. He was in tears and the crowd absolutely loved it. It was great to have a recording for warmups to use on the same day (in between my ceremony and reception). I can't thank you enough Shari for making this possible! I miss your classes and hope to be back soon read more

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My quick background: I've played guitar for a long time; I also "sing" while playing. I was never pleased with my voice, and I always thought that, like my height, I'd never change. But at the suggestion of a friend, I decided to take some voice lessons. I found Shari on Yelp! After working with Shari for two months, I've found that I can indeed sing - something I *never* thought I'd be able to say. I still have a lot of work to do, but Shari has been able to bring out what has always been there inside of me. Specifically, Shari has an amazing ear, gives consistent and helpful feedback, and offers encouragement - all of which I greatly appreciate. There is a focus on ear training, which, while not super exciting, is the needed foundation in which to improve. I can't imagine not having signed up for these lessons! read more

I got a session with Shari as a Christmas present for my husband. He loves to sing but is very self conscious. I could tell after his session that Shari made him feel so much better about his voice. He was glowing! And he booked extra sessions! read more

I started virtual singing lessons with Shari towards the end of last year. I found her here on Yelp and had started to use some of her warm up videos from her YouTube channel. I'm 42 and have sang since I was around 12, taking lessons starting at around age 10/11. My cousin was working on her masters in classical singing at the time, and I was one of her first students! But once I turned 18 I stopped taking lessons, and just continued singing and leading in church, as well as for a hip hop band. However, I never felt like I reached my full potential. Although I learned a lot about music growing up, I didn't know how much more there was to learn, and that there were so many other advanced techniques to help build my voice and make it better and stronger. I first reached out to Shari around November 2023, to take a few lessons, and get help with a pretty difficult gospel Christmas solo I had coming up. She gave me so many great tips and custom warm up plans to help with the areas I needed to strengthen. I didn't really have plans to continue lessons for very long, but did continue once a month for a little while. I was seeing the benefits of continuing on, so I kept the lessons going. A few months ago Shari suggested doing a shorter lesson every 2 weeks instead of monthly, and I'm glad I decided to do it! I've definitely noticed that my voice has started to get stronger on those higher notes, and have started to understand how I was singing incorrectly at times. She is very good at explaining things to help you understand how to correctly do the warm ups and how to sing without straining. She's an amazing vocal teacher and I've already recommended her to multiple people. Give her a try and you won't regret it! read more

Shari is an amazing vocal teacher! I started weekly singing lessons a few months ago with her via Zoom and have definitely heard improvement in my singing. Shari has an excellent ear and offers constructive feedback while being encouraging at the same time. Her exercises are quite useful and also she records each lesson which helps you practice later. I have always enjoyed singing as a hobby and have sang in choirs but never really sang solo. I did take a couple vocal lessons many years ago with another teacher but was discouraged by my teacher who said that I was "unable to stay in tune" and "not ready"; hence, I did not really pursue singing (other than sing in the shower) til now. Now that I have a bit more time in my schedule, I decided to sign up for singing lessons and I would say that my singing lesson with Shari is one of my favorite parts of the week! read more

My friends bought me a month of lessons for my birthday 9 months ago with Shari. I learned so much and am having so much fun that I stayed with her. I never had lessons before outside of school. She taught me how to properly warm up and cool down, how to choose songs, and has given me so much practical guidance on how to improve my tone and range. She is a lovely person as well. Very positive and encouraging. Thanks to her, I can feel a real improvement in my singing and people say wonderful things about my voice now. read more

Shari is such a great coach! I have improved so much with her and she's also so much fun to work with. I would recommend her for all levels of singing! read more

Shari is a fantastic vocal teacher! From the first lesson I felt and heard a huge difference with small little exercises she had me do. Sometimes they feel quite awkward to do in front of someone, but Shari does them with you and makes you feel at ease. She has awesome ways to teach all kinds of different techniques that I never thought I'd be able to do. I highly recommend starting lessons with Shari. It will definitely make a difference for you right away! read more

Shari is the best! Not only is she very kind but is a great vocal coach. Even just the first week after working with her I felt and heard a difference in my singing voice. Its now been 6-7 months and I couldn't be happier with how it's going and where my singing voice is going. I highly recommend Shari if you or your child is interested in learning how to sing!!! read more

Shari is awesome! I've been working with Shari for about 3-4 months and I'm impressed by my own voice! I've been singing since I was young but I never got the proper way to sing after 25 years later. She taught me how to project my voice, use my diaphragm, taught me how to breathe while singing and not use chest voice! Her exercises are simple to follow and easy, plus their recorded so you can definitely go back and practice what she taught you and hear yourself sing if you've never done that before like me. I also love that with my tight schedule, I'm able to video chat (FaceTime) and they both work the same in person and online. I personally felt comfortable online. When your shy, she makes you feel confident and assures that it's okay to mess up and she's willing to help fix the issue. Overall, I give her a 5/5 because it's been a pleasure to work with Shari. She's an amazing teacher to work with. I highly recommend! read more

Since I started my training with Shari my voice has gotten so much stronger. I feel so much more confident in my abilities and so much more comfortable in my element. She has challenged me with her warm ups and has been able to pin point areas to work on. I strongly recommend Shari to all those wanting to learn to sing and those with experience wanting to improve on their craft. read more

I always thought I had a terrible voice and couldn't really sing. I signed up with Shari for 4 voice lessons skeptical that anything could be done with me in 30 minutes. She took me through some exercises and taught me some things about how to actually use my voice, breathe for singing and loosen up and open up. I was completely amazed when I was singing and I sounded GOOD! I was like...who was that?? It's very powerful to realize you can do something that you thought you never could...and to feel it and hear it and share it with other people. Such a great confidence booster for me. Shari was so encouraging and patient....and never made me feel like my voice was something that needed to be quieted. I really appreciated that. read more

I REALLY enjoyed my lessons with Shari! I have no background in music, just naturally love to sing and wanted to work on a few things. She identified that I could build up my mixed voice and resonance. We did a few months and I came away with so much even though the lessons were over Zoom. I also love that she records the lessons so I can go back and practice. She does recitals and monthly Karaoke with the students too, which were a lot of fun. Shari is also very sweet and patient. Overall great teacher . read more

Two years ago I had no idea how to sing or where to begin, but I knew I wanted to learn. My singing, or lack thereof, was a common joke within my circle of friends. I found Shari's studio and vocal training lessons and from the first lesson I could tell I was on the right track. After two years of lessons my voice has evolved much more than I ever thought possible. Every month was filled with revelations of how my voice works and how to get the most out of it. Now I get compliments on my voice and I'm asked to sing on other people's songs, it's quite the transformation. I can't recommend her singing lessons enough! If you have even the slightest inkling that you want to learn how to sing then get started with Shari, she's the best! read more

I first started lessons with Shari a few months ago - first, in person at her studio, and then virtually over Zoom. I've been a shower/hobby singer my whole life but have never had any formal vocal training. Shari is AMAZING. She's incredibly knowledgable and adapts your lesson plan based on your preferences and what you are trying to get out of your voice. Even after the first lesson, I was amazed at how much I didn't know about singing fundamentals. I love that Shari has a strong educational background in music. She absolutely knows what she's doing, and clearly has the coaching/singing experience to adapt to her students' different learning styles and goals. She's incredibly patient, encouraging, and somehow you get comfortable singing around her very quickly - even when you make mistakes. Bottom line: GREAT teacher, very professional, and a lovely person. I'll recommend her to anyone looking for a vocal coach. read more

I love taking classes with Shari, she's helped so much with ear training. When I first started with her my only singing was in the bathroom and with very bad habits. I'm working on confidence with her and feeling comfortable with singing in front of other people. She's so encouraging and really helps with working out the kinks. read more

I've been working with Shari for almost 1 year coming up in June. She is amazing and makes you feel so comfortable. I've been out of shape vocally for quite a few years and Shari is guiding me to be better with each lesson. It's very important to have proper technique and I'm learning so much from her. If you're looking for a vocal coach she is definitely worth your time! You won't be disappointed. read more

I was a student from October 2018 to December 2019. I did in person lessons with Shari in her studio. I did the twice a month subscription. Shari offers monthly subscription for her students. Her lessons are 30 minutes. In those 30 minutes, she would warm me up by doing vocal exercises. We would then sing a song of my choice. She records her lessons so that students can hear back the lesson on their own time and practice. By practicing, you're able to improve by the next time you see her. I started the lessons without any experience. Unless you consider singing in the shower experience. I went with the intent to just learn and have fun. When I started, I had trouble following along the lessons, hearing myself, breathing... I always felt like I had something stuck in my throat when I sang. Throughout the months, Shari taught me how to support my notes by breathing. She showed me how to hear myself, and know when I messed up. I learned how to follow and hear the music. I also worked on my breathiness by doing vocal exercises. Sometimes the exercises seem a little weird, but they work. Shari is an excellent teacher. She strives to improve her students singing. When I would struggle to make a certain note, she would find different exercises to help me achieve that note. I'm currently in a hiatus, but I look forward to coming back to her. I highly recommend her. She is very enthusiastic, patient and you can be sure that you'll feel comfortable with her. I was nervous at first because I knew that my dog could probably sing better than me, but she really makes you feel comfortable and helps you improve. I hope this review helps someone. read more

I used Yelp to find Shari, when I chose to gift my wife with singing lessons. My wife started the bi-weekly lessons in person, before Covid-19 and has now adapted to video chat sessions. I can't say enough about Shari's ability to adapt to life with Covid-19 and how she uses technology to provide quality lessons. Shari is a very talented singer herself, and her ability teach what she knows makes each session valuable. My friends and family often comment on how my wife has improved during the short time she has been taking these lessons. I highly recommend lessons with Shari, if you are looking for something positive to do during these crazy times. read more

Shari is super sweet, knowledgeable and professional. I went from not being able to hold a note to hitting note I could hit and holding with vibrato! She's is a great singer and will elevate your singing to the next level! read more

Shari is amazing, I loved working with her! She is so encouraging, gives you lots of tips on how to improve, simply great coach! I feel so much more confident and are owning my voice in a different way. I highly recommend her! read more

Shari is amazing! She creates a warm and encouraging environment in each lesson. She meets you where you are at and supports you with where you want to go! She is incredibly attuned and connected to ways to support vocal goals and technique. I have noticed such growth and look forward to each lesson! Thank you Shari for helping me build my confidence and supporting my singing goals! read more

I have always sung in choirs but I don't read music and never really was a person who could sing solos. I felt like my place was as one of many voices. I decided to take voice lessons for the first time at age 49, just for fun. What I have learned from Shari has gone far beyond singing... I used to judge my voice in comparison to others, and I determined how well I could sing based on how much I sounded like other people. Suddenly, in a lesson one day I realized I'm not supposed to sound like other people! My favorite singers don't sound like anyone else, why should I?! Through Shari's lessons, I have l have found my own voice! When I started, I didn't think I could sing with anyone else in the room. I have built confidence and even sang solos in public places (mostly at church... which gets live-streamed!!!). I have learned how to respect and use my own voice, when singing and in my life in general. That is priceless. No matter where you are on your music path, Shari will help you. I am grateful for the countless ways my voice lessons help me. Best half hour of my week! read more

Shari is wonderful at pinpointing exactly what you need to do to improve your sound. Her tips will do you wonders! I had a great experience presenting songs to her and learning what I could do to sing them better. This process made me a better singer and a more confident performer. Highly recommend signing up for her classes! read more

My daughter loves Shari! She helped boost her confidence and develop her voice. She's very easy to work with!

Shari is phenomenal! She has been working closely with the singer in my band for the last 6-7 months. She's been successful at helping her really hone her pitch, projection and breathing. Shari is literally masterful at what she does, that it boggles the mind. She is extremely easy to work with as well. She is professional, a great communicator, and uber punctual. From her background in sales, she has excellent follow through. Anything she says she will do - she does, and with passion. We love you, Shari! read more

I first came into Shari's studio as a very timid singer. Shari taught me how to project and breathe correctly, and how I'm really supposed to use my voice when singing. I've been doing it completely wrong before. I felt comfortable singing in front of her and she was very patient with my very slow progress. The lessons are 30 minutes. We start off with doing some vocal exercises and eventually practice a song of my choice. The lessons are recorded so you're able to go back and do the exercises yourself. Once shelter in place started, we met through zoom and I felt like they were just as efficient. read more

I heard about Shari from a friend and immediately signed up my daughter for singing lessons. Shari's easy going teaching style allows my daughter to learn and improve her voice without pressure or stress. Shari has been teaching my daughter for a while now and I can definitely hear the progress/development in her voice. I recommend Shari to anyone who has been contemplating voice lessons but just haven't found a great teacher. Shari is easy to work with, flexible, understanding, and supportive. read more

Shari is the best! In the short months I've met her, my voice has gotten so much better. I can hit higher notes, sing for longer periods of time, sing properly, I can project better. She is super knowledgeable and has taught me so much. I'm so grateful to have found her. I've gained so much confidence in singing and want sing everything to everyone now, no talking haha. I can't wait to see how much better my voice will get with Shari. Thank you! read more

Shari is the best! She is so patient and attentive. I worked with her weekly for a couple of months and have definitely noticed a difference in my voice. We worked on expanding my chest voice, controlling my breathing, and opening up. She records her sessions with you so you can look back and practice at home which has been very helpful. With the pandemic, she made the transition online super easy and I felt like I was still there in person singing with her. I would 100% recommend her! She's incredibly talented, kind, and makes you feel comfortable. I was a bit nervous about singing in front of someone but she's very encouraging! read more

I love voice lessons with Shari! Her teaching style really helped me to accelerate much quicker with my voice struggles-much faster than other lessons I've taken with previous teachers. She's also incredibly sweet and her personality makes you feel comfortable right away. Her lessons are really fun too! I highly recommend lessons with Shari! read more

I've been singing with Shari for a while and what I can tell you is that she's amazing. She's got a rare ability to put even the shyest singers at ease and she'll help you get wherever you want to go as a singer. I went in with no confidence in my ability to sing, and a pretty weak ear, and am now singing songs for friends and family and the internet! She really knows the mechanics of how you sing can talk you through what your muscles need to do to make the sounds you want. Also, she's just plain cool. So no matter what level you are as a singer, or whether your lessons are virtual or live, I can't recommend Shari enough. read more

Shari is a very talented vocalist and gifted teacher to aspiring singers of any age. She has helped my daughter come out of her shell and explore her vocal talents and I've heard definite improvements in her voice. Shari is also very easy to work with, very organized about scheduling and billing, etc, overall excellent communication, which is much appreciated by a busy parent. I highly recommend Shari if you are looking for a gifted and personable singing coach for yourself or your child. You can see from her own videos and songs online that she is has a beautiful instrument and she loves helping others develop theirs! read more

I had been working on a long-term project that at the time started incorporating vocals. The sound was alright but I felt like something was missing, something that could potentially raise the level from acceptable to exceptional. Enter stage left Shari. The differences were noticeable as quickly as after her introductory lesson. We started off with an example of my work, and she constructively broke down HEALTHIER methods for betterment. Techniques were taught, her recommendations were solid, and the notes became stronger. She helped me discover a beautiful instrument, and my confidence peaked as a result. Regardless if you're somebody striving for a career in music or simply wanting to sing that car solo like it's one for the books, Shari's the one. She has the techniques, the degree, and overall qualities that you look for in a professional. Moral of the story: Shari gets the job done, beyond well. 10 out of 9. read more

With just two lessons from Shari to prep for a last-minute challenging performance ( in a singing style I'd not performed for an audience in 35 years), I nailed it! Shari showed me A few simple techniques and gave me the confidence to hit the high notes I'd thought impossible. read more

Shari is so perfect to my daughter she is amazing vocal teacher she make my daughter more comfortable in vocalization, Shari is very positive , energetic coach to my daughter I've heard the difference with my daughter's voice now she's performing with more confident & more enhanced. I am highly recommended Shari she is Awesome! My daughter & I loved her. read more

After months and months of looking for a vocal coach during the Pandemic, I was so grateful to come across Shari's youtube channel! I've been in choirs growing up and know some of the basics about singing but I really wanted to hone in on my technique and skills. I got to work with Shari these past three months, once a week for 30 minutes. While 30 minutes may not seem like a long time, we got A LOT done. My goals were to strengthen my vocals and to work on my runs. She gave me warm-ups and exercises to practice each week that were specific to the songs and skills I wanted to learn. I also loved that I was able to pick my own songs! She not only taught me technique and skills but she taught me how to bring out the emotion in my voice and to really feel what I'm singing. Over the course of three months, my vocals on high notes strengthened, I never thought I could sing high notes with strength but she taught me how in a way that does not hurt my voice! Shari is consistent and attentive, I really had an amazing experience working with her, and I hope to again in the future! read more

Shari led a singing class at my son's elementary school. She not only taught them the fundamentals of voice but also some music theory. He loved the class and would regularly sing the songs she taught at home. Shari has a gift for identifying students' strengths and giving them the confidence they need to use them to become better singers. I have been planning on taking lessons myself with Shari, even though I don't consider myself much of a singer, because of her ability to bring out the best in her students. read more