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Carolena Mátus Voice Studio


Specializing in vocal mechanics and artistry.

Encouraging your talent and musical
self-confidence to grow in a safe,
supportive environment.


" . . . even though a singer may have a profound understanding of musical style, an imaginative temperament that can serve as a vehicle for artistic expression and a vocal instrument of promise, these positive attributes cannot be perceived by the listener if the mechanics of technique are faulty.  It is not enough for the singer to have something to say; the means for saying it with ease must be present.  An understanding of physical function may make the difference between the emergence of a solid technique of singing and a lifelong struggle with the mechanics."

~Richard Miller from "The Structure of Singing"



 

Do You Love to Sing?


Do you want to sing?

Love
to sing?
NEED
to sing?


 

MusicHave you always wanted to sing? Are you a beginner who understands the importance of a strong foundation? Perhaps you have some singing experience, but now realize that you bypassed that all-important foundation (i.e., "vocal mechanics") and are experiencing problems or find that you are unable to progress any further as a result?  Has the absence of vocal training undermined your musical self-confidence?

The question that remains is ... Do you have the drive and desire to succeed – and with expert guidance – work to make your voice the very best that it can become?  If the answer is "Yes!" we can meet to discuss where you are now and where you wish to be.

Before our initial meeting, please take the time to seriously contemplate, "What are my vocal challenges?  What would I like to accomplish?  Am I experiencing vocal strain or pain?  Do I need artistic/creative direction? Am I lacking in musical self-confidence?  Experiencing fear?  What has thus far stopped me from being the singer that I've always desired to become?"  The answers to these and other questions will help me to assess your specific vocal needs.

What are some of the benefits of vocal training?

Vocal Excellence

Avoid Vocal Injury

Musical Self-Confidence

Preserve Your Voice for the Long Haul

Pleasure for Both You and Your Audience! 


Additional benefits for professional musicians:

 
Capture and Hold Audience Attention

Become More Employable and Better Able to Build a Following

Professional Musicians Add an Extra Dimension to Their Performances


If you have the drive and desire to learn the secrets of good singing technique – the things that will safeguard your vocal health, beautify and strengthen your voice, enhance your artistry and give you musical self-confidence – we can discuss crafting the right program for your individual needs.
  Please visit the "CONTACT ARTIST" page if you are interested.

 

Carolena Mátus is a collaborative partner for the
Virginia Mason Otolaryngology Voice Clinic

Carolena Mátus is also a member of the
National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS)


I accept male and female students – serious teens through adult, as well as children on a case-by-case basis. If you have the drive and desire to learn the secrets of good singing technique – the things that will safeguard your vocal health, beautify and strengthen your voice, and give you musical self-confidence – I invite you to my voice studio where you can learn them in a safe, supportive environment.  Please visit the "CONTACT ARTIST" page if you are interested.