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Completely transformed...
"Taking vocal lessons with Melissa has been a defining journey for me, spanning all the way back to when we first met when I was in middle school. Over the years, she hasn't just taught me how to sing. She has completely transformed my relationship with my own voice.
What makes Melissa so exceptional is that her guidance goes far beyond technical execution. She creates a space of immense trust, which allowed me to grow from a young student into the artist I am today. With her unwavering support and belief in me, she helped me achieve a lifelong dream of recording and releasing my own music.
Melissa teaches you how to find your artistry, step into your confidence, and share your authentic self with the world. I am endlessly grateful for the impact she has had on my music and my life.”
Taylor S, United States
Presence and Honesty
“Taking vocal lessons with Melissa has helped me find my voice—both literally and figuratively. As I’ve learned to shape my tone and strengthen my clarity, I’ve also uncovered a deeper confidence and authenticity in how I express myself.
Singing also has a way of exposing the truth; it asks you to be seen and heard in your most unguarded form. Through this work, I’ve started to recognize the patterns that hold me back—the urge to push too hard when things don’t go right, to control the outcome, or to hold back when I’m trying to be quiet. Learning to give the notes exactly what they’re asking for—no more, no less—has taught me that music isn’t about perfection or control, but presence and honesty.”
Lisbeth, United States
Judgment-Free, Deeply Supportive
“Working with Melissa completely transformed my relationship with my voice and with myself. Before we began, I was trying too hard, overthinking everything, and did not fully trust my own sound.
What surprised me most is how much of this work carried into the rest of my life. The reframing, the centering, and the reminder that I did not need to try so hard helped give me the confidence to leave a career that was burning me out and pursue music full-time. Melissa created a judgment-free, deeply supportive environment that empowered me not only as a singer, but as a person. She does not just teach you how to sing. She teaches you how to support yourself, trust your voice, and move through the world more grounded and connected.”
Kristin M, United States
Give Myself Grace
“Melissa provides a safe space where I can be myself. I can bring my personal experiences into my lessons which allows me to understand different things about myself. Then I incorporate that into my singing and songwriting.
My sessions with her helped me come out of my shell and brought me confidence in myself.
I’ve learned to appreciate my authenticity and now have the courage to see my goals through.
Also, I used to overthink because I felt like I wasn’t good enough. I have learned to keep going even when I mess up. I identify where I went wrong in a song, but still continue and try to correct in the next verse. Melissa taught me to give myself grace.”
Al-Nisa J, United States
Stay Grounded And Connected
"Working with Melissa has completely changed how I understand my voice. She helped me realize that the sound I’ve been searching for isn’t “out there” to be chased — it’s housed within my own body, my breath, and in how I ground myself.
This is Melissa’s sweet spot. She brings a constructive, holistic, and nurturing approach that helps you see what you uniquely bring to your craft, strengthens what already supports you, and encourages growth where needed. Her guidance helps you tap into breath, connection, flow, and dynamics — building long-lasting habits and a deeper mind-body awareness/relationship that lets your authentic self and capabilities shine.
I know I have a powerful instrument, but I’ve always struggled with inconsistency and have a history of not trusting my abilities. Years of self-criticism and external expectation pressures helped to create a disconnect that held me back. Melissa’s holistic, supportive work — at times reminiscent of Meisner technique — helped me rebuild trust in my instrument and form habits that elevate my abilities and allow me to be my best and most authentic self. Her judgment-free, deeply supportive space has transformed not only my voice but the way I show up in my life. I can say firsthand that the way I communicated before working with her and how I communicate now has been refined, and this is evident in how I perform and speak, is found in the trust and confidence I now have in my abilities, and especially shows in how I stay grounded and connected.”
Jessica I, United States
Moments Of Self Discovery
“This work has been very therapeutic for me. Melissa knows how to shift your voice on a deeper level. It’s a slow unraveling, revealing what's going on in real life. A sort of…finding your soul through finding your voice approach.
Mary J, United States
Direct And Honest
"I wanted to sing when I was a kid, but I felt ashamed of the sound of my voice. I became a drummer instead, and have been playing for almost 20 years. Now as an adult, I've begun to accept myself more and I sought out someone to help me learn to sing.
Sebastien D, Canada
Person You Want On Your Side
“I’ve been a musician my whole life, but singing always felt intimidating. Melissa made it easy for me to feel comfortable and start exploring my voice. Honestly, I thought I was starting from scratch, but she pointed out the strengths I already had and built on them.
Erik K, Pennsylvania, United States
Creating The Reality I Desire
“I’ve had the privilege of working with Melissa over the last 10 years. As a singer who has struggled to validate and be confident in my voice, Melissa’s guidance has changed the way I think about my instrument, my body, and who I am as a person.
Britney H, United States
Honestly But Kindly
When I started working with Melissa, I had already had about a year of vocal lessons and ample opportunities to perform at a local showcase,
She gave me many different exercises and ways to think about what I was doing, but largely it amounted to breath control. Melissa told me that breathing in the right places and using the amount of air I needed would come naturally with practice, and by gosh, that is what actually happened. With time, I began to connect my phrases together, breathe without having to overthink it, and, as a result, stay on pitch and be able to have fun interpreting a song. Recently I have been asked to join a band and I fully believe that is because I chose to work with Melissa.
I have recommended several of my friends to work with Melissa, and I recommend the same to you!”
Lee-Ann W, United States
Truly Changed My Life
“You may be pleased to know I sing every night when Frank goes to bed and off and on when he is awake. You even have me dancing!!! That’s a big WOW because I never expressively danced before.
Lynne B, United States
Be Aware And A Witness
“I have been studying with Melissa Ellen for only two months and can say my confidence level has gone from 0 - 85 (leaving room to grow). Not because I can sing flawlessly, but instead due to a greater awareness of what singing is and how it works.
Melissa's approach is straightforward - be aware and a witness to what you are doing. Her knowledge of how singing works and her ability to help you connect with the "mechanics" of singing ensure growth, progress, and a better performance each time you sing.
Vocal lessons have been insightful, engaging, and fun. I would highly recommend her to anyone who has a desire to sing, to sing better, and wants to develop greater confidence.”
Johanna M.
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