I cannot recommend Paloma enough. I started working with her for muscle tension dysphonia, and she…read morehas been such a gift in this process. She's incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and thorough. The laryngeal massages and targeted vocal exercises she's guided me through have made such a difference in helping me understand my voice and reduce tension. What I appreciate most is how supported I feel during our sessions. She truly listens and tailors everything to what my voice needs that day. If you're struggling with vocal tension or MTD, Paloma is someone you absolutely want on your team.

I'm an actor currently based in New York, but I work with Paloma in LA as well, and she has helped…read moremy acting career tremendously. From mastering cadence and vocal technique to helping me find and replicate the voice of Malcolm X, she has an incredible understanding of the actor's instrument. She stays true to the fundamentals while bringing a real sensitivity to artistry, finding innovative ways to help you discover breath, voice, rhythm, and use your instrument to its fullest ability. I recently wrapped a TV show, have a Netflix film coming out next month, and we literally just finished another session today preparing for what's next. I'm grateful to have Paloma on my team, and anyone who gets to work with her is blessed to have her on theirs.

I came to Forbsey after months of pushing through my voice and hoping it would sort itself out on…read moreits own. I'd get through a set and be wrecked the next day. She figured out what I was doing almost immediately and never once made me feel dumb about it. She just went, okay, here's what's happening, let's fix it. What I appreciate most is that she actually coaches. She's not just running you through scales and calling it a lesson. She catches the one thing that's costing you and gives you something specific to work on, and she's encouraging the whole way through without it feeling fake. When something isn't there yet, she says so. When you finally land it, she's genuinely hyped for you. The biggest difference is how much less like work singing feels now. Stuff I used to muscle through I can just sing. No straining, no bracing for it. If you're grinding your voice down and can't figure out why, go see her.

Forbsey is an amazing vocal coach! She's knowledgeable, encouraging, and makes every less and…read moreenjoyable. Do the intro lesson with her and you'll notice a big improvement in your voice and confidence, like I did all in the first lesson??- YES!! I'm getting answers here that I couldn't from months of YouTubes. Highly recommend.!!

I sought out Laurel for my high school daughter's senior spring musical where she was playing…read moreDorothy in Wizard of Oz. Having received professional vocal training for high school, college and community productions earlier in my life proved invaluable, and I wanted my daughter to have a similar experience and really learn the technique, discipline and *joy* of effective performing/singing. Laurel was incredible- not only was my daughter sounding stronger and better within a day of her first lesson, Laurel taught her some hacks for how to deliver on those high notes that usually require head voice, how to handle diphthongs and so much more. Her approach is joyful and fun and this - coupled with her experience and getting actual noticeable results- made my daughter excited for each lesson. My daughter is now "show ready", thanks to Laurel. We cannot recommend her enough.

My First vocal lesson for singing for 1/18/21! I make the vocal lesson online on the website. The…read morevocal lesson was on zoom due to coronavirus. I learned a lot from yesterday! Laurel was friendly and nice! Laurel says that I did great on the exercises I did for the vocal lesson! I really enjoy the vocal lesson! $60 was worth it! I would recommend Laurel because it was a fun experience to have a vocal lesson for the first time that have a passion for singing.

Brian is hands-down one of the best vocal coaches out there. He really understands the anatomy and…read morescience behind singing, and he explains what's happening in your body in a way that makes it easy to understand and recreate on your own. He's not cheap, but he's absolutely worth it if you want to learn efficiently instead of spending money on endless lessons that don't move the needle. I've been learning from him for almost a year, and I've learned so much more in that time than I did in four years at another studio. Thanks Brian!!

A little update here on yelp. It's only been four lessons, but I just wanted to take a moment to…read moreappreciate you by saying thank you very much for doing what you do!!! Music has always been there for me through many difficult parts of my life, but I've always felt like there was this gap between music and I that I could never close. I never felt like I had any talent to immerse myself, or further myself in it. Always just singing to myself, or when I'm alone, because that's the only time I have the courage to explore my voice. I have to say I've never felt this great singing before and it's only been four lessons. This year for me is big on self investment and rediscovering myself and where my interests/passion lies. You've gotta take some risks in life sometimes and taking a chance on vocal lessons with you has been by far one of the best decisions I've made in a while!. I'm still super stoked and I'm looking forward to what's to come!! Thanks voice dad!

Michelle is an incredible vocal coach, singer, and songwriter who has helped me immensely. I highly…read morerecommend her to anyone who needs a vocal coach or just someone to work on music with!!!!

My daughter's love for music has grown since she started at Michelle Ornest. She has Lilly and…read moreloves taking lessons with her. She has come so far vocally Highly recommended!

I am super grateful for the singing lessons that I took through the Knauer Music School. While I…read morehave been singing my entire life, I sought out lessons because I knew I was capable of more. The good people at Knauer matched me with Emily Greene, who has been a phenomenal vocal instructor. I appreciate her knowledge, her passion for singing, her sense of humor, and her patience with a pupil who brought up the average age of her students by a decade or two. I recommend Knauer and Emily to anyone who wants to step up their game. And if you ever get a chance to hear the band I've joined, Run Screaming, be sure to say hello!

I've been taking mandolin lessons with Ron Munn for several months now, and it's been a great…read moreexperience! I've been learning not just how to play my instrument with different techniques, but also music theory and even some song writing. Every time I'm done with a lesson I want to go home and keep on playing!

We hired Kateland for voice lessons to get my son ready for his show choir audition. She was…read morewonderful to work with! She is knowledgeable, a great communicator, and did an amazing job building my son's skills and confidence. I would highly recommend her if you are looking for voice lessons.

Great value with a coach who takes focused time and detailed effort to make her students do their…read morebest. She teaches a lot of helpful tips internal to her overall lesson. Professional, kind, and patient. Will study with her again. A+

Maria is amazing! I cannot recommend her enough, from the very beginning she made me feel…read morecomfortable. She challenges and pushes me and is so encouraging every step of the way. She has already helped so much with my confidence. I look forward to my lessons every time and love the progress I have made already. She is so kind and caring I am so grateful I found her!

I've been part of the church worship team for a few years now, and let me tell you, I hit a plateau…read morewith my vocals! But then I found Ms. Maria, and it feels like I've stepped into a whole new world! In just one month of lessons with her, I've already expanded my vocal range more than I did in a whole year of trial and error with YouTube videos. If you're new to singing or looking to elevate your voice to new heights, you absolutely need to check out Maria! Trust me, you won't regret it!

It's been less than a year, and already Lori has taught me techniques that have helped me become a…read morestronger singer while also increasing my vocal range. She has helped me become much more confident by teaching me how to sing with proper technique without straining or damaging my voice. What really stands out is how knowledgeable she is about human anatomy and how it relates to singing, which has made her instruction both practical and easy to understand. She's an incredible teacher, and I highly recommend her to anyone looking to improve their singing.

Lori has been coaching me for 6-7 months and I feel so much more confident in my range and tone…read more She is SO good at what she does. She makes you feel comfortable and has a way of teaching you how to sing. Looking forward to doing an open mic and I feel so much better about it thanks to her. It's even gotten to the point where I am doing the vocal warmups in my sleep. Not kidding, I have been woken up by my boyfriend saying that I was doing a vocal warm up.. and the best part was that he said I was ON KEY! Thank you Lori :)

Mike did a great job on my Gibson SG that wasn't staying in tune due to nut issues. I had someone…read moreelse install the nut but they left it cut way too tight and the strings were binding horribly. Mike knew exactly what it needed and now it stays it tune better than I thought possible. Very reasonably priced. I plan on bringing him another guitar to setup. No more having to drive to LA to get guitar work done.

My son has an acoustic guitar that needed a string repair. I called several places and Mike was…read moreone of two that called me back. He was quick, efficient and fair. I would defintely recommend him to anyone looking for guitar repair!